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Elkhart
Wednesday, February 4th, 2026
Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Elkhart Community Schools and other districts are using synchronous eLearning days so students do not have to make up days missed due to winter weather. Operation Education is examining how these virtual classes meet state law limits on asynchronous days (capped at three per school year) while allowing unlimited synchronous days. WSBT
- ➤ Wawasee High School announced today that assistant coach Nate OConnell is taking over as head coach for the boys basketball team after Joe Luce left his role. 16 News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Elkhart City Council approved a downtown outdoor drinking ordinance Feb. 3, paving the way for business owners to expand licensed outdoor spaces. Local owners are hopeful the new rule (after lengthy discussions) will boost downtown activity. 16 News Now
- ➤ The Hoosier Lottery released four new Gem 7’s Scratch-Offs on Tuesday, offering tickets from $2 to $20 with top prizes up to $575,000—available statewide for adults 18 and older. 16 News Now
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Vanilla Bean Creamery is celebrating National Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast Day this weekend at its Granger, Elkhart and Shipshewana locations—offering a special breakfast menu with waffle sundaes, cinnamon roll sundaes and cereal toppings. Guests can also enter a drawing for a Red Velvet Ice Cream Cake. 16 News Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana high school girls basketball sectionals ended Tuesday night as local teams posted tight scores and standout plays that thrilled fans — officials noted the competitive spirit that will drive the next round. 16 News Now
- ➤ Today, the Northridge Raiders have won nine straight games + the team credits strong leadership and pack mentality for their success as they prepare for key matchups later this season. 16 News Now
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Annual Meeting 2026
11:30 a.m. — Crystal Ballroom at the Lerner Theater — Registration required — Celebrate the achievements of the Greater Elkhart business community with key awards and recognition.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
You can't wake a person who is pretending to be asleep.
~ Native American Proverb
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