Good morning, Elkhart.

Residents in Cedar Glen had their hot water restored after a 10-week outage (caused by months-long infrastructure problems) and can now enjoy hot showers at home.

Potawatomi Zoo announced a new electric train (set to begin service soon) that will let visitors tour animal exhibits in a fun, safe way.

Local church leaders at First Presbyterian Church in Elkhart are offering drive-through Ash Wednesday services today, where the pastoral team applies ashes at car windows in the parking lot.

The service runs from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. and from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Beardsley Avenue and Main Street location.

Tonight, 22 Investigates airs a report on AI deepfakes (videos made with AI that change faces and voices) which explains the risks of digital deception online.

The segment shows how simple tools are making it harder to spot fakes.

Granger residents voiced concerns about a proposed Microsoft data center at a town hall meeting yesterday and questioned its potential impact on local services; officials said they will review the feedback in upcoming discussions.

A new spring car maintenance guide warns local car owners that skipping checks after winter may lead to expensive repairs (it details essential steps and timing for inspections) and urges prompt action as the season approaches.

A settlement was reached for the Karl King Tower heating crisis on Wednesday, Feb.

18, as reported by Amanda Pirkowski and Matt Englebrecht — further details on repair plans and tenant support are pending.

Notre Dame announced a new start time for its home game against Georgetown and the matchup will serve as a big early season test for the Irish.

2026 Home & Outdoor Expo

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

Cinderella Tea Party

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

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.

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.

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.

Seussical the Musical

2-5 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $19.20 – $34.65 — Experience the whimsical journey of Horton and friends in a colorful musical adventure.

Preserving Family Treasures Workshop

1–2 p.m. — Elkhart Public Library - Downtown Branch — Free entry — Learn how to preserve family treasures like photographs and textiles with expert tips.