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Elkhart
Tuesday, March 17th, 2026
Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Potawatomi Zoo in Elkhart will open on March 28 with regular hours of 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. until May 31 + summer extended hours through Aug. 31 offer rides on the new electric Zoo Express Train and a fun Endangered Species Carousel. WSBT
- ➤ Portage Township Food Pantry is welcoming t-s-a and federal employees during the shutdown period. The pantry provides essential food assistance today to help workers affected by reduced income. 16 News Now
- ➤ Caroline, a 3-year-old dog, was featured as this week’s 2nd Chance Pet on Mar. 16 and is now seeking her forever home. 16 News Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Microsoft will break ground soon on its new data center in Granger — a project expected to boost local tech investment and create jobs. The development is set to enhance regional business activity. 16 News Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Unity Gardens is planning to host Irish Day & Earth Day events later this week, as executive director Sara Stewart shared on local TV. The festivities will focus on celebrating cultural traditions & environmental awareness in the community. 16 News Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former WNDU sportscaster Chuck Freeby recalled how Lou Holtz’s deep faith — which influenced his Notre Dame coaching career — left a lasting impact on the game. 16 News Now
- ➤ Former WNDU sportscaster Chuck Freeby reflected on Notre Dame coach Lou Holtz's humble beginnings and lasting influence, noting that a part of his journey has long been underappreciated. 16 News Now
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Celtic Woman Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — The Lerner Theatre — Tickets from $45 — Experience the enchanting music of Celtic Woman live in Elkhart.
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Easter Brunch at Hotel Elkhart
1-3 p.m. — Hotel Elkhart, Tapestry Collection by Hilton — $55 adults, $21 kids — Celebrate Easter with a lavish buffet and special moments with the Easter Bunny.
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Classic Seger: A Bob Seger Tribute Show
7:30-9 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $28.95 – $66.05 — Celebrate 50 years of Bob Seger's classics with an unforgettable tribute concert.
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The Lerner Loves You: Grease – Rockin' Rydell Edition
3-9 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — Free entry — Enjoy a nostalgic sing-along of the classic film 'Grease' with a community chorus in a historic venue.
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