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Thursday, April 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lacasa got a $55,000 grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis Community Multiplier Member Match Program—made possible by a $5,000 donation from Lake City Bank matched 10 to one—to help its Financial Empowerment Program let clients build credit, lower debt, and plan for homeownership. ABC 57
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The South Side Soda Shop reopened today after a month of repairs for water and smoke damage from a fire in an apartment above the diner on March 26—its closure occurred less than 48 hours before a Food Network show featuring the retro diner aired. 16 News Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Goshen Community Schools Transportation Director Don Graves said reports of stop arm violations occur daily and police cited a 25-year-old woman for reckless driving Tuesday in Brookside Manor after her car rolled past a stopped school bus — nearly putting children at risk. ABC 57
- ➤ A 15-year-old girl named Jorden Woodley, who left a group outing on April 7 at Crawford Park in Mishawaka and was found in Illinois last night, was reported missing again from Elkhart early this morning—police urge anyone with information to come forward. 16 News Now
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The American Lung Association released its annual report showing very poor air quality in Michiana, with St Joseph, LaPorte, Berrien and Cass counties receiving F grades for particulate pollution — while Elkhart County earned a C — and several other counties were not graded due to missing data. 16 News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ St. Joseph County Police Department said it will take part in the DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on April 26 from 10 a.m.—2 p.m. so residents can safely turn in unused or expired medications free and anonymously. ABC 57
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Saint Mary's College Belles became the first NCAA Division III college in Indiana to add STUNT as a varsity sport and earned a spot in nationals plus they will face Concordia Chicago in the opening round today. ABC 57
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Lunchtime Live: Kimball Organ Concert with Celia Weiss
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — Free entry — Enjoy a captivating performance by renowned local organist Celia Weiss on a historic 1924 Kimball Organ.
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