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Saturday, June 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Elkhart’s Salvation Army served 40-dozen free donuts to veterans and active-duty service members on Friday to honor their sacrifice and mark the 81st anniversary of the D-Day invasion. The donuts were available from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the downtown parking lot where volunteers known as the Donut Lassies prepared the treats. WSBT
- ➤ Families in need near Bristol are receiving extra help from The HUB’s Adopt-A-Family program which offers $10 for dairy staples and $25 for toiletry items as it serves over 200 families today — up from 70 when the program began three years ago — with donations available monthly or as one-time gifts. ABC 57
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Deputies responded at 5:39 p.m. Thursday near S.R. 19 and Roseland Road to a two-vehicle crash in which Dixie Athy, 64, driving a 2015 Chevy, failed to yield and was struck on the driver's side by a 67-year-old man in a 2002 GMC truck—Athy was taken to Elkhart General Hospital and subsequently arrested for OWI after a blood test. ABC 57
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Smoke from wildfires in Canada is drifting into Michiana because of strong winds — experts warn that the haze could worsen breathing problems for those with conditions like asthma. Models predict that air quality will get even worse as the weekend goes on — residents should try to limit outdoor time and use air filters to protect their health. ABC 57
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The South Bend Medical Foundation is hosting several blood drives in June across Michiana—donors will receive free t-shirts, snacks and drinks after giving blood. A few events will take place in Elkhart, including on June 10 at the County Prosecutor’s Office and on June 12 at Elkhart General Hospital. 16 News Now
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Indiana and Michigan can fish for free this weekend as licensing fees are waived on Free Fishing Days & all fishing rules remain in effect. Local events include a free kids fishing clinic at High Dive Park in Elkhart from 8 a.m. to noon and a fishing derby in Goshen on Saturday. 16 News Now
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Elkhart County Symphony featuring Sam Greenfield
8:30-10 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — Included with Saturday or Weekend Pass — Experience the dynamic sounds of Sam Greenfield blending jazz, pop, and funk.
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Elkhart Jazz Festival - Jazz Brunch
10:30 a.m. — Crystal Ballroom at the Lerner Theater — $11.95 – $48.00 — Delight in a morning of jazz and a delectable brunch featuring the Ben Davis Trio.
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Greater Elkhart Chamber Golf Outing 2025
8:30 a.m. — Elcona Country Club — Dinner all day — Enjoy a day of golf, dining, and awards at this exciting community event.
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Porsches on the River
Time TBD — Sears Public parking lot — Free entry — Experience a showcase of stunning Porsches along the riverbank in Elkhart.
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