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Monday, February 2nd, 2026

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Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of February.

EDUCATION NEWS

  • A local author released a children book on Feb. 1 that promotes literacy and builds family values in our community. The book encourages reading + learning at home.  16 News Now
  • Operation Education is investigating why some school districts choose eLearning during dangerous winter weather to keep students safe and on track for IREAD testing. Local families and educators share how they balance remote learning with missed school days.  WSBT

HEALTH NEWS

  • Former Notre Dame football coach Lou Holtz, 89, is reportedly entering hospice care as his family asks for privacy for his comfort — he led the Fighting Irish from 1986 to 1996.  WSBT

SPORTS NEWS

  • Notre Dame secured a 78-66 win over Stanford inside Maples Pavilion on Sunday evening, with Hidalgo scoring 37 points to pass a program record and tie the all-time series ahead of an ACC matchup on Thursday, Feb. 5.  ABC 57

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Preschool Valentine’s Day Celebration: SuperKitties

    1-2 p.m. — Elkhart Public Library - Downtown Branch — Free entry — Celebrate Valentine’s Day with fun Super Kitties-inspired activities and stories.

    Wed, 2/4/26

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  • Valentine's Day Tribute to Anita Baker & Luther Vandross

    3-7 p.m. — Elkhart 112 Club — Refunds available up to 7 days prior — Celebrate Valentine's Day with soulful tributes and live performances.

    Sat, 2/14/26

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  • 2026 Home & Outdoor Expo

    12 PM – 6 PM — Northern Indiana Event Center — Free entry — Discover home and outdoor inspirations from local professionals and vendors.

    Fri, 2/20/26

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  • Cinderella Tea Party

    1-3 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $20 – $35 — Enjoy magical highlights from Cinderella with family-friendly dances and more.

    Sat, 2/21/26

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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