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Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Elkhart County Parks Department is hosting two free events at River Preserve County Park on Friday. Families will meet at the Benton Dam parking lot at 5 p.m. for a 'Polliwogs in a Bog' session and at the Benton Spillway from 8:30 to 10 p.m. for a Night Hike—both led by a naturalist exploring local wildlife. ABC 57
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Four Elkhart residents were arrested on April 14 after police executed a search warrant at an apartment on W. High Street—officers seized drugs, firearms, and about 356 grams of synthetic marijuana—and the suspects were booked into jail with bond amounts from $1,500 to $150,000 pending review by the prosecutor's office. ABC 57
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Michiana will host Earth Day and Arbor Day events this week with clean-ups, plant exchanges, and tree giveaways planned across community centers and parks. Elkhart Environmental Center is hosting a free family event (10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 26) that will include a tree giveaway and educational activities for local residents. 16 News Now
- ➤ The Elkhart Environmental Center will host an Earth Day event on Saturday and has planned community activities—residents will get a preview of environmental programs designed for the celebration. 16 News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Elkhart Mayor Rod Roberson delivered his 2025 State of the City address Tuesday night at The Lerner Theatre and outlined last year’s achievements plus plans to convert the Benham underpass and add accessible curb ramps downtown — steps designed to boost the city’s current growth and investment. 16 News Now
- ➤ Indiana State Police began the Wolfpack Patrols initiative to focus on proactive community policing and made stops during the weekend in Elkhart and South Bend that resulted in 64 tickets—130 warnings, 2 O-W-I’s, 31 drug arrests, 4 felony arrests, 36 misdemeanor arrests with 5 taken to jail, 16 referred for prosecution and 2 reckless driving charges near the state toll road. 16 News Now
- ➤ Mayor Rod Roberson delivered the 2025 State of the City address Tuesday night before more than 300 residents—highlighting $90 million in private development from 17 permits, reimagined malls, 450 planned multifamily units, and key public safety and infrastructure upgrades. He added that storm recovery projects, including a $35 million treatment plant upgrade and a new fire station breaking ground this summer, will build on last year’s momentum. WSBT
- ➤ Elkhart Mayor Rob Roberson gave his 6th State of the City address Tuesday evening at Lerner Theatre to about 300 residents and leaders as he spoke about last year’s progress—like a $35 million upgrade to the storm and wastewater plant, a drop in crime by over 10 percent, and plans to add 450 multifamily housing units by the end of 2025 with more coming in 2026. ABC 57
- ➤ Elkhart Mayor Rod Roberson will deliver his 2025 State of the City address tonight at The Lerner Theatre and review the past year's progress and upcoming Aspire projects. Doors open at 5 p.m.—the presentation begins at 5:30 p.m.—as he outlines his plans for the city's development. 16 News Now
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Randy Travis: More Life Tour
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $39.50 – $225 — Experience the legendary Randy Travis returning to the stage alongside James Dupré, performing iconic hits and sharing unforgettable moments.
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Rend Collective: Folk! Tour
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $25 – $75 — Celebrate joy and community through music and heartfelt worship with Rend Collective.
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Air Supply - 50th Anniversary Celebration
7-9 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — Last-minute concert tickets available — Celebrate timeless hits with the iconic duo at their anniversary show.
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Euchre Club
1-3:30 p.m. — Owls Club — No registration required — Drop in to play euchre and make new friends in a friendly atmosphere.
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9th Annual A Year in Dance
6:30-8 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the joy of dance with various styles showcasing their talent and hard work from the past season.
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Daly Dash 5K Run/Walk
9-11 a.m. — Mary Daly Elementary School — Participant ribbons for all — Run or walk through the Strong Avenue neighborhood in this community-friendly 5K event.
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Fiddler On The Roof
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $13 – $28 — Experience the heartwarming tale of Tevye and his daughters in this timeless musical.
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Fiddler on The Roof by Premier Arts
2-6 PM — The Lerner Theatre — $13 – $28 — Experience the timeless tale of tradition and community through the eyes of Tevye and his daughters.
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4th Annual Oaklawn's Got Talent
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — Fundraiser event — Enjoy an evening of local talent supporting mental health and addiction treatment.
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Elkhart Police Department 5K-9 Fun Run
7-10 a.m. — Elkhart Academy — $25 entry — Participate in a scenic 5K run or 1-mile walk benefiting the Elkhart Police Department K-9 Unit.
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