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Monday, June 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Elkhart County Parks will introduce the North American Beaver on June 27 at 9 p.m. with a taxidermy display and a guided hike from the Black maple Shelter in Ox Bow County Park — registration is required and a $3 vehicle fee applies. ABC 57
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ One person died and 11 were injured from a shooting that happened Sunday in the 700 block of Johnson Street in Elkhart — neighbors and city leaders voiced their shock as authorities continue investigating. 16 News Now
- ➤ Elkhart police responded to a shooting in the 300 block of W Garfield Avenue at approximately 1:11 a.m. today where one person died & eleven were injured as investigators ask the community for tips. ABC 57
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The City of Elkhart Parks and Recreation and the Downtown Elkhart Merchants Alliance are bringing back Art Walk Wednesdays, a free event held on the last Wednesday of each month from June through September in downtown. Families will enjoy art, music and local stores from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and local artists and musicians can apply to be vendors + performers. ABC 57
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ An update from First Alert Forecast on June 15 predicted pleasant weather for Father’s Day in Elkhart—residents enjoyed calm skies and mild conditions during their outdoor celebrations yesterday. 16 News Now
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Teen Takeover Night
8-11 p.m. — Pierre Moran Pool — $8 entry — Dive into an inflatable-themed night of fun and games at this exclusive teen pool party.
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Open House at Rosewood Villa
2-4 p.m. — 1916 Wild Rose Ln, Mishawaka, IN — $265,000 — Experience serene one-story living in a beautiful condo with an open concept layout.
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