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Thursday, February 12th, 2026

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Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of February.

CULTURE NEWS

  • First Presbyterian Church in Elkhart is offering Ashes to Go for observers on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 18; the drive-through service runs at its tower portico at 200 E. Beardsley from 8 to 10 a.m. and 4 to 6 p.m. so people can receive ashes while staying in their cars.  WSBT

FINANCE NEWS

  • Notre Dame Federal Credit Union will open a new full-service branch at 101 S. Main Street this spring to serve local individuals, nonprofits and businesses with a full teller line, drive-up interactive teller machines and an integrated mortgage center. The branch will offer bilingual staff and financial education resources.  16 News Now

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • 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.

    Fri, 3/6/26

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  • Seussical the Musical

    7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $19.20 – $34.65 — Experience the whimsical adventures of Horton and the Whos in a vibrant musical journey.

    Fri, 3/13/26

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  • Seussical the Musical

    7:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $19.20 – $34.65 — Dive into a whimsical world where friendship and loyalty triumph in this delightful musical adaptation of Dr. Seuss's tales.

    Sat, 3/14/26

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REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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