Good morning, Elkhart.

High school students across Elkhart, including those at Goshen, Concord, Northridge and Elkhart High Schools, supported local food pantries by competing in a food drive that began Thursday and will run until March 6.

Osteria Amicia is coming to Eddy Street Commons next to the parking garage entrance at the site (former Urban Outfitters).

Construction is underway and details on the opening remain to be announced.

Dutch Maid Bakery will close its current location at 508 W Lincoln Ave on Feb.

28 from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.– offering a limited menu as it prepares to reopen at 113 E Lincoln Ave.

Microsoft met privately with Granger residents yesterday to discuss its proposed data center & answer local questions, with more project details expected as planning moves forward.

Das Essenhaus train show celebrates a rich legacy by displaying vintage trains and memorabilia at its traditional venue this weekend near downtown; community members will enjoy guided tours and local history insights + family-friendly activities.

Local organizers announced plans for the 11th annual Black History Awards ceremony to honor community achievements and celebrate Black heritage.

The event is scheduled for a future date (details pending) and promises to bring neighbors together.

State lawmakers approved a bill banning cellphones in classrooms before sending it to the governor for signature.

The measure may soon restrict phone use in local schools (pending the governor's approval).

Elkhart City Council approved three redevelopment incentives along South Main Street (including 210 new housing units, commercial space, and a public plaza featuring a Kelby Love mural recreation) on Thursday, Feb.

26. The measures aimed to extend downtown past the railroad tracks.

Elkhart City Council approved support for a new 42-unit affordable housing development on Sterling Avenue next to Sterling Park on Thursday — the project will add seven townhome-style units under a rent-to-own model for residents earning below 80% of area median income.

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.

Take It To The Limit - The Music & Legacy of the Eagles

7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — Tickets available — Celebrate the timeless music of the Eagles with acclaimed tribute band Take It To The Limit in an unforgettable live performance.

Field Of Dreams Career Expo

8 AM – 3 PM — Michiana Event Center (MEC) — Free entry — Explore diverse career paths at this engaging, baseball-themed expo for local students.