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Wednesday, March 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Elkhart Chapter of the Indiana Black Expo celebrates its 53rd anniversary with an event honoring founder Leroy Robinson and raising scholarship funds, featuring speeches and a performance by Glenn Jones. ABC 57
- ➤ First Light Mission in Goshen, Indiana, is organizing a resource fair to provide food, mental health services, and other essential resources to those experiencing homelessness in Elkhart County. WSBT
- ➤ The Elkhart Police Department is addressing a phone system issue, ensuring 911 services remain operational and providing an alternative contact number for non-emergency assistance. ABC 57
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ During Severe Weather Preparedness Week, some Indiana areas tested warning sirens, encouraged by the National Weather Service of Northern Indiana to promote readiness for severe weather events. WSBT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Elkhart Clinic in Indiana will reopen after installing a vapor intrusion mitigation system, following a closure due to gasoline vapors of unknown origin. ABC 57
TRAVEL NEWS
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Golden Ticket Event: A Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Themed Experience
The Golden Ticket event features a themed evening of painting and customizing tickets inspired by Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, followed by a weekend viewing of the play at Premier Arts.
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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Musical
Premier Arts presents a theatrical adaptation of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, where Charlie Bucket and other golden ticket winners explore Willy Wonka's magical factory.
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5-Mile Leprechaun Chase and 1-Mile Leprechaun Leap
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day by participating in a themed running event featuring a 5-mile race and a 1-mile fun run at Nappanee Public Library.
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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Premier Arts
Experience the magical journey of Charlie Bucket and the golden ticket winners at the Lerner Theatre as they explore Willy Wonka's whimsical chocolate factory with Oompa-Loompas and fantastical inventions.
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Eslabon Armado Concert
9 PM - 12 AM | Concord Event Center | Ticket prices vary | Experience a night of vibrant music with Eslabon Armado in Elkhart.
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Fall Prevention Clinic - Fleet Feet Mishawaka
Firefly Home Care and Senior Outpatient Services will lead a clinic, at Fleet Feet Mishawaka, on how to equip your home, body and lifestyle for safety and ease as you age.
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On-Site Tour at Woodland Manor
9 AM - 7 PM | Woodland Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation | Free entry | Explore exceptional senior living options and discover top-rated amenities and care.
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