Good morning, Elkhart.

Four new homes are under construction in the Homer Avenue neighborhood while Diamond Avenue is closed for road work, and a heat wave with index values of 100 to 105 is forecast early next week.

Executive Chef April Howell credits Cultivate Food Rescue with helping her recover from illness as the Donate to Cultivate campaign nears its end.

The program brings local support and healing — true community strength in action.

Kemps and Martin’s Super Markets are donating over 27,000 shelf-stable milk cartons to the Food Bank of Northern Indiana.

Feeding America reports nearly 1 million locals face hunger, including 300,000 children.

A rainy Wednesday forced downtown Art Walk indoors at 16 venues, where more than 20 local artists showcased their work along with live music & family fun.

Organizers encouraged those who missed it to join the next walk on July 29.

Michiana Brits will host the B.I.G.

Auto Show Saturday in Elkhart so car enthusiasts can view classic and specialty European vehicles. The event features the Jaguar brand and welcomes cars built in Britain, Italy and Germany.

Four new families are set to move into newly built Habitat for Humanity homes in the Homer Avenue neighborhood after a dedication on Wednesday.

The homes, built under a plan for 15 affordable units, were announced by Habitat for Humanity of Elkhart County (in partnership with Lippert).

Way Down Wanderers Concert

7-11 p.m. — Ignition Music Garage — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of live music from The Way Down Wanderers in a vibrant local venue.

2026 Adult and Teen Challenge Charity Golf Outing

8 AM – 2 PM — Maxwelton Golf Club — Support men recovering from addiction and enjoy a day on the greens.

Saturday Morning Cartoons: 80’s Cartoons

9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Goshen Theater — Free entry — Relive your childhood with 80's cartoons on the big screen for a nostalgic morning.

Guys & Dolls by Premier Arts

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $19.20 – $34.65 — Enjoy an exciting rendition of the classic romantic comedy set in a whimsical New York City.

Guys & Dolls Musical Performance

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $19.20 – $34.65 — Enjoy a classic romantic comedy set in the vibrant world of New York City's gamblers and missionaries.

Guys and Dolls

2-5 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $19.20 – $34.65 — Enjoy a classic romantic comedy set in New York City with gamblers and missionaries.

Ludacris Concert

8:00 p.m. — Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds — Tickets required — Experience an electrifying evening with hip hop superstar Ludacris at the fairgrounds.

Brett Young Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of country music with Brett Young at a local favorite venue.