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Tuesday, May 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Communities across Michiana will honor military members who died with Memorial Day events on May 26. In Elkhart, a parade will run on Main Street from Marion Street to Lexington Avenue at 11 a.m. (theme: Honor and Remember) while other cities hold parades and ceremonies with varied schedules. 16 News Now
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ LaPorte County police are asking for information after a tire assembly flew off a trailer and smashed through a fence—hitting two parked cars in a driveway off U.S. 35. 16 News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lippert and Goshen College have partnered to offer a 16-week language course for Lippert employees to learn English or Spanish — classes meet twice a week to boost communication and inclusion across the company. The program may continue if team members remain interested. ABC 57
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Drivers on U.S. 3` between 13th and 14th Road will face lane closures for three weeks as INDOT contractors finish work on an overpass bridge near the Elkhart Western Railroad — all four lanes will reopen when construction wraps up in the first week of June. ABC 57
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Over the weekend, Joshua Short asked his girlfriend to marry him—she said yes. 16 News Now
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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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.
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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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A Toast To Bread - The Ultimate Bread Experience
7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $43.30 – $72.20 — Experience the nostalgic sounds of the 70s hit band BREAD performed by the top tribute band in the world.
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Elkhart Jazz Festival featuring Diana Krall
Thursday, Jun 19th — The Lerner Theatre — Ticket prices starting at $34 — Experience the soulful sounds of jazz legend Diana Krall at the kickoff of this internationally acclaimed festival.
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