Good morning, Elkhart.

Indiana Michigan and Power is offering scam safety tips — customers should check official guidance as warmer weather may encourage increased scam attempts.

The Better Business Bureau Northern Indiana warns job seekers that employment scams are on the rise as texts offering high-paying, easy work lure victims, with more than half the reported cases beginning via text; local officials advise residents to verify offers & ignore unsolicited contacts.

Concord High School will implement a new system using (Yondr) pouches to keep students off their phones from first bell to last starting in a few months.

The move will help reduce distractions in classrooms.

Volunteers gathered in Elkhart today to plant over 100 trees — an initiative that will boost local green spaces and support community environmental efforts.

Indiana Michigan and Power offered new tips to help customers avoid scams involving fake employees and urgent payment threats (warning against using gift cards) after receiving 75 scam reports in April.

On Friday, June 26, the Elkhart County Health Department will host a QPR suicide prevention training at Ivy Tech Community College Community Center in Goshen from 2-3:30 p.m. The $15 course teaches crisis recognition & certification to help save lives.

In Elkhart, a mental health breakfast event is set to bring local men together using House of Proverbs, a mobile living room that offers a safe space to shed masks and share challenges.

The event aims to break stigma around mental health.

Epic Unstoppable 2026

2-10 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $29.50 — A celebration of over 200 local dancers showcasing their talent and resilience.

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.

Elkhart Jazz Fest: Larkin Poe

8-9 p.m. — Elkhart Jazz Festival — $45 – $89 — Experience GRAMMY-winning Larkin Poe as they kick off the festival with heartfelt storytelling in contemporary blues.

2026 Elkhart Jazz Festival - Friday Evening

8-9 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of jazz with celebrated drummer Jeff Hamilton and talented musicians Tadataka Unno and Jon Hamar.

2026 Elkhart Jazz Festival Brunch

10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Crystal Ballroom at the Lerner Theater — $14.05 – $50.15 — Enjoy a delightful jazz brunch with an array of delicious dishes and live music.

E3 Robotics Summer Camp: Space Week

9:00 AM – 3:30 PM — Ivy Tech Community College — $65-$75/week — Campers dive into robotics and engineering challenges while exploring the mysteries of space.

Micro Wrestling: Elkhart, IN!

8-10 p.m. — Galley Sports Pub — Ticket prices include service fees — Catch exciting micro wrestling action with an all-ages lineup of unique performers.

Way Down Wanderers Concert

7-11 p.m. — Ignition Music Garage — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of live music from The Way Down Wanderers in a vibrant local venue.

2026 Adult and Teen Challenge Charity Golf Outing

8 AM – 2 PM — Maxwelton Golf Club — Support men recovering from addiction and enjoy a day on the greens.