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Elkhart
Saturday, April 25th, 2026
Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 25th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Salvation Army of Goshen is hosting its 63rd annual Pancake Day event in Goshen to offer pancakes and community fellowship — organizers will share details on timing and location soon. 16 News Now
- ➤ The Golic Family Foundation hosted its 5th annual SubPar Classic at Warren Golf Course on Friday, Apr. 24 during Notre Dame’s Legacy Weekend, drawing local golfers and community members together for a day of spirited play. 16 News Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ NIPSCO and United Steelworkers finalized an agreement for field employees locked out for nearly a month, and those workers will return to work today while clerical staff remain locked out. Negotiations continue for clerical workers. 16 News Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Wakarusa Maple Syrup Festival, which started yesterday and runs through Sunday, offers kettle popcorn, barbecue, amusement rides and games. The Lions Club serves pancakes and sausages today with shuttle service from downtown. WSBT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students at Roosevelt STEAM Academy in Elkhart explored how values shape identity and news reporting today during a lesson on perspective and community impact. The interactive unit engaged 4th and 5th graders in linking classroom learning to real-world reporting (a key part of their curriculum). 16 News Now
- ➤ Seventh and eighth graders from St. Adalbert's experienced hands-on work with Electrical Workers on Friday, April 24. IBEW Local 153 led the program to show future career options (a fresh path for local students), opening minds to skilled trades. WSBT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Strong to severe storms will approach late Monday with wind gusts over 60 mph, heavy rain likely to cause localized flooding, and potential tornado warnings — local officials are on alert for developing conditions. 16 News Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Dani Gaff from Messy Speech and Language Therapy in Elkhart explained best practices for communicating with people facing language processing differences during Autism Awareness Month. She said play-based speech therapy activities ease conversations in sessions at her office (1620 W. Bristol Street). 16 News Now
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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
Be fearful when others are greedy and greedy when others are fearful.
~ Warren Buffett
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