Good morning, Elkhart.

A three vehicle accident on the 800 block of North Main Street in Goshen yesterday afternoon left Grace Beard, aged 24, dead and two drivers injured as police began investigating the incident.

A house was damaged by fire in Elkhart on June 18th; firefighters rescued two cats (and no injuries were reported).

Today, the Elkhart Jazz Festival kicks off downtown with more than 100 performers including headliners Diana Krall, the Headhunters and the Yellowjackets and is expected to draw 15,000 to 20,000 visitors.

Festival acts will be held on outdoor + indoor stages until Sunday afternoon.

A new episode of Rv There Yet? will air this Saturday at 8:30 a.m. on the Discovery Channel & feature Elkhart as the crew visits the Hall of Heroes: Superhero Museum.

The show also highlights the 100-year celebration at the Lerner Theatre & showcases the city's rich history.

The Midwest Museum of American Art in downtown Elkhart is debuting two new exhibits this weekend — one alongside the Elkhart Jazz Festival and another that highlights photography history through people and places.

ABC57’s Julianne Grohowski reported storm damage in Michiana on Wednesday — many areas had downed trees and power lines.

In Goshen, local residents cleared a tree from South Main Street to reopen the road.

Edwardsburg began cleanup after Tuesday night's storm that dropped up to four inches of rain between Granger and Edwardsburg—causing damage in the area.

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.

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.

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.

The Little Mermaid

7:30-11:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $17.10 – $32.55 — Experience the enchanting tale of Ariel as she navigates between two worlds in this captivating Disney musical adaptation.