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Tuesday, June 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On June 20, officers responded to a call from the 52000 block of Conestoga Court in Granger after a local six-year-old, believed to be autistic and non-verbal, went missing and was found unresponsive in a neighborhood pool around 9:02 p.m.—despite life-saving efforts, he passed away and authorities are treating the case as an accidental drowning. ABC 57
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Kroger announced it will close 60 stores nationwide, including the South Bend Western Ave location and the Elkhart Johnson Street store, with local closures scheduled for early August. UFCW Local 700 said it is negotiating potential reassignment opportunities for affected workers — efforts that follow the collapse of merger plans with Albertsons. WSBT
- ➤ Kroger announced it will close its South Bend and Elkhart stores this summer amid a company restructuring—shifting regional focus and affecting local operations. 16 News Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Elkhart police reported a shooting at Daylight Inn on Cassopolis Street — further details will be provided as they become available. ABC 57
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Local teachers Mary Dansky and Amy Zache launched Bridges Learning Lab in Granger last summer to help elementary students avoid summer slide—using small-group tutoring, reading and math prep, and fun learning events. Their program has boosted student confidence at the start of the school year—many parents continue with the service year after year. WSBT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bridge 332 just south of Goshen is closed today for repairs on County Road 142 over the Elkhart River—work will finish Dec. 8. 16 News Now
- ➤ Elkhart County officials closed Bridge 332 in Goshen on June 23 due to safety concerns—drivers are urged to use alternate routes until inspections are completed. 16 News Now
- ➤ Elkhart County commissioners announced that C.R.142 will be closed immediately for bridge repair after an unauthorized removal of barricades on June 10 created a public safety hazard plus bidding will open on July 7 with the new bridge expected to reopen on December 8. ABC 57
- ➤ Goshen’s Mayor Gina Leichty said the city will see a 30% revenue drop after Governor Braun signed Senate Bill 1, which changed property and local income taxes—forcing officials to review the budget and consider delaying infrastructure projects. She urged residents to call lawmakers as the city works with financial consultants to find new revenue options. WSBT
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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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.
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Parade 5K Road Run
10 AM – 3 PM — Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds — Check the event for registration fees — Run with thousands of spectators along the Elkhart County Fair Parade route.
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