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Elkhart
Tuesday, April 21st, 2026
Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Country singer Luke Combs donated to A Rosie Place for Children to support local children and families, and his contribution will help the charity expand its programs in the community. 16 News Now
- ➤ Elkhart residents objected to a mobile home placed along east Beardsley Avenue after a recent permit revocation. The homeowner said it was set up to care for a sick mother and a compromise was reached+ converting the home to an auxiliary dwelling unit; next steps remain unclear. ABC 57
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ 7 Brew Coffee will open at the former Windy City Gyros site on N. Main Street in Mishawaka after the planning commission approved its final site plan last week. This location will mark the chain’s first venture in Michiana. 16 News Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Author Emily Lampkin discussed her new book 'Duct Tape and White Lies' on WNDU 16 News Now at Noon on Apr. 20, explaining its unique mission and approach to leadership. The discussion highlighted how the book distinguishes itself from typical leadership guides. 16 News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fairfield High School held a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday in Goshen for its $7 million project to upgrade athletic and band facilities; construction is underway on the new access road and track with the football field set to be ready by mid-August (home game on Aug. 28). ABC 57
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Families gathered today at Lexington Events Center for Remembering Rio: Cookies and Canvas for the Heart to honor 12-year-old Rio and raise awareness about children’s mental health and bullying; the event offered face painting, board games, and music — encouraging open dialogue among parents and children. ABC 57
- ➤ An Indiana mother who received an organ transplant shared her life-saving story in a recent local interview, stressing the impact of organ donation on lives in our community. 16 News Now
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Elkhart County Commissioners approved zoning changes Monday for the Riverbend Townhomes near Middlebury — the project was scaled from 152 to 112 units after community concerns about traffic were noted. WSBT
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Disney's Frozen the Musical
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $19.20 – $34.65 — Experience the magical tale of sisterhood and acceptance in this delightful musical.
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Lizz Wright Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Sauder Concert Hall — Cost info not provided — Experience the smooth and captivating voice of acclaimed vocalist Lizz Wright.
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Disney's Frozen Youth Production
2-5 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a magical youth rendition of Disney's Frozen at The Lerner Theatre.
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YWCA Safe Haven SOS Dinner & Auction
5-10 p.m. — Crystal Ballroom at the Lerner Theater — Fundraising event — Celebrate local leaders while supporting women and children in need.
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Dogapalooza
11 AM – 2 PM — Ox Bow Park — Entry fee required — Enjoy a fun-filled day of dog-centric activities including a 5K and a mile walk.
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Elkhart County Symphony Season Finale
4-7 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the vibrant conclusion of Season 78 with innovative compositions and guest soloist Caitlin Edwards.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.
~ Henry Ford
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