Good morning, Elkhart.

The Humane Society of Elkhart County has waived adoption fees for dogs and cats until Saturday, June 14th as its shelter reached critical capacity, urging families to adopt to help ease the overcrowding.

A train blocked traffic on Tomahawk Trail in Nappanee Monday morning when it hit a trailer being pulled by a truck — no injuries were reported as the scene was cleared.

A 63-year-old Millersburg man, Ronald Mast, died just before 3:45 a.m. Monday when his Ford SUV struck a horse on County Road 38 west of County Road 43—police said—at the scene.

South Bend Medical Foundation encourages blood donation to save lives after donor Dan Wesolowski needed 50 units following a serious car accident.

Local blood drives continue throughout June with one in Elkhart today at 301 South Main Street from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.

The Northern Indiana Hispanic Health Coalition will hold a symposium on June 13 at Elkhart Health and Aquatics to address high infant mortality in the Hispanic community—featuring state health commissioner Dr. Lindsay Weaver and other experts—while discussing barriers in prenatal care.

Local landlords in St. Joseph County will raise apartment rents in June—local renters should prepare for higher monthly costs.

Notre Dame standout Hannah Hidalgo is one of 21 basketball players invited to try out for Team USA on June 17 at the U.S. Olympic — Paralympic Training Center in Colorado Springs.

If she makes the team, she will travel to Santiago, Chile from June 28 to July 6 for the FIBA Women's AmeriCup that will decide a spot in next summer's FIBA Women's World Cup.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Porsches on the River

Time TBD — Sears Public parking lot — Free entry — Experience a showcase of stunning Porsches along the riverbank in Elkhart.