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Wednesday, May 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local food banks saw a 13.5% rise in visitors and more than 2,500 new households seeking help as they brace for a proposed federal spending bill that will cut SNAP funding by nearly 30%. Advocates warn that reducing benefits by about $110 a month could deepen food hardship and strain donations + volunteer efforts in the region. WSBT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Phase 4 of the Ireland Road and Ironwood Drive Intersection Improvement Project begins today with work shifting to the southwest corner of the intersection; drivers will face one through lane and one left turn lane restrictions and must follow a detour (east on Ireland Road, south on Bremen Highway, then west on U.S. 20 Bypass to rejoin Ironwood Drive) as the project moves toward early July completion, weather permitting. 16 News Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health leaders from Trinity Health and Ascension held a news conference Tuesday to warn that proposed Medicaid cuts under the 'One Big Beautiful Bill' could reduce care for Hoosiers and strain local hospitals already struggling with low reimbursements (Medicaid covers 20% of our population and 3 out of 8 babies are on the program). WSBT
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ City leaders celebrated the groundbreaking for the new 515 East Apartments this evening on East Street; the four-story building will provide 48 income-based units and community amenities—community room, kitchen, fitness center, dog park, and rooftop deck with views over the river and downtown. Additional funds come from a housing tax credit and the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority. ABC 57
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Notre Dame baseball team played Boston College in the first round of the ACC tourney on Tuesday night — the team played with hopes to earn a spot in the NCAA Tournament. 16 News Now
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Elkhart Jazz Festival
7-11:15 p.m. — Elkhart Public Library - Downtown — Free entry — Kick off festival weekend with local indie-folk and Americana vibes outdoors.
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