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Elkhart
Saturday, May 16th, 2026
Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Construction on an electric vehicle battery plant in St. Joseph County has been paused as local officials review future plans. The update follows a report from yesterday and marks a shift in regional business developments. 16 News Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Vintage Store Day brings local vintage shops together today for community building. Hanah Klodzinski from Beauty Bull Vintage explained on 16 News Now at Noon how the event supports cultural collaboration. 16 News Now
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A school district in Elkhart County switched its diesel buses to propane models yesterday to cut rising fuel costs and reduce operating expenses, a change announced to yield long-term savings. The district will track results as it moves forward with the switch. 16 News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The school board approved a plan in February to consolidate the district's elementary schools, and Woodland Elementary will close at the end of the school year. A send-off event is planned to honor the school’s legacy. 16 News Now
- ➤ Saint Mary’s and Holy Cross colleges have commencements today at noon and 2 p.m., while Notre Dame graduates will walk on Sunday at 9 a.m.—local forecasts warn of a Saturday lightning threat before 1 p.m. that may affect outdoor ceremonies. 16 News Now
- ➤ Woodland Elementary held its farewell event Friday night - alumni, families, and students gathered to mark nearly six decades of memories before the school closes at the end of the school year. The celebration featured foam fights, toilet paper basketball and snow cones as kids now look ahead to joining Cleveland Elementary. 16 News Now
- ➤ Fourth graders from Concord Community Schools launched two weather balloons Friday morning at Concord High School. Students from four elementary schools joined the effort to practice classroom lessons. 16 News Now
- ➤ Wa-Nee Community Schools in Elkhart County is switching from diesel to propane buses to lower energy costs after rising fuel prices have increased pressure; the district will add two new buses soon (each saving about $5,000 per school year) to expand its fuel-efficient fleet. 16 News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Indiana officials unveiled a new Medicaid payment model that increases reimbursements for hospitals with lower commercial prices while capping increases for high-cost systems. The revamped structure, in effect since Jan. 1, directs up to $1.866 billion & extra funds to rural providers to lower healthcare costs. 16 News Now
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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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Epic Unstoppable 2026
2-10 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $29.50 — A celebration of over 200 local dancers showcasing their talent and resilience.
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2026 Conservatory of Dance: Student Concert
10 a.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $20 – $35 — Enjoy a delightful showcase of Tap, Jazz, and Modern dances performed by students.
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