Good morning, Elkhart.

Elkhart will hold a Patriotic Program Series at Ruthmere Museum on July 3 with free tours and special pricing for active duty service members and families—tours run hourly from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. On July 4, the city will host an Independence Day Celebration at Central Green with live music, food trucks and a fireworks show from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

A 35-year-old Middlebury man, Nicholas Stanley—a family member of a sexual assault victim—was charged with killing convicted sex offender Allen Cogswell at the Daylite Inn on Cassopolis Street in Elkhart just before 1 a.m. Tuesday after witnesses said he fired a long gun when Cogswell opened his door.

Flash flooding struck parts of Michiana on June 24th and in Granger on June 18th when heavy rain fell on dry soil—water pooled in low areas and on roads.

South Bend remains short on rain as more isolated storms will bring further flooding hazards—residents are urged to stay alert.

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.

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.