Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of May.
Good morning, Elkhart.
New Prairie High School community gathered Friday evening at the baseball field to pray for those hurt in a chain-reaction crash late Thursday in LaPorte County—two victims remain in the hospital including 16-year-old Lucas Bradshaw in life-threatening condition.
On Thursday at 8:41 p.m., deputies from the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Office responded to a two-vehicle crash on C.R.
30 — S.R. 19 when a 16-year-old North Liberty teen in a 2007 Ford van failed to stop at a stop sign and hit a 2016 Dodge Ram truck; the truck driver, a 38-year-old from Pottsville, Ark., was taken to Elkhart General Hospital for pain — and the teen was cited for the violation.
Premier Arts held an educational matinee on Friday morning at the Lerner Theatre that featured local school children as performers—this weekend the theatre will host four Fiddler on the Roof shows including an all-youth production today at 2 p.m., with tickets from $13 to $28 available.
Officials said phase 3 of the construction project at the Ireland, Ironwood intersection began on May 9 (work focused on the center lanes of Ironwood Drive) and is still underway.
The Elkhart Police Department held its annual Peace Officers Memorial Service near Central Park to honor fallen officers by reading their names and hearing chaplain Jim Bontrager's remarks.
Mayor Rob Roberson, police officers, firefighters and community leaders attended the event — a local tribute to officers who died in the line of duty.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Conservatory of Dance and Music Student Concert
10:00-11:30 a.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $23.20 – $37.65 — Experience an annual showcase of Tap, Jazz, and Modern dance performances by talented students.
Tutu School Spring Bravo Bash
10:00 – 11:30 a.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $20 – $26 — A whimsical and family-friendly performance featuring students in adorable tutus.
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