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Thursday, May 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 1st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A local feature spotlights a 13-year-old multi-sport athlete who loves fashion and is hoping to find a new home—her profile highlights her athletic skills and personal style. 16 News Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Elkhart police are searching for missing 68-year-old Linda Faye Robinson, who was reported missing on March 10 and is a special needs adult with a limp—standing 5-foot-5, weighing 175 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. 16 News Now
- ➤ Elkhart police are searching for Linda Faye Robinson, a 68-year-old special needs woman reported missing on March 10 (she stands about 5 ft 5 in, weighs 175 pounds and walks with a limp) and ask anyone with information to come forward. WSBT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday night, IDEM hosted a public hearing at New Prairie High School in New Carlisle where over 30 residents voiced concerns that AWS's data center project might build over about 10 acres of wetlands. One resident argued that AWS was not doing enough to protect the wetlands and IDEM did not answer locals' questions, with updates on AWS’s application expected as the situation develops. ABC 57
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 12-year-old Willow Townsend met with Mayor Rod Roberson to highlight the need for more curb ramps and Accessible Pedestrian Signals downtown so that visually impaired residents have safer streets. The mayor promised to implement these improvements based on Willow's research and plan—marking a step toward better city accessibility. ABC 57
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Notre Dame’s men's lacrosse team will face Syracuse in the ACC Tournament semifinals as they seek revenge for their only multi-goal loss to the Orange in early April. 16 News Now
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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