Good morning, Elkhart.

The St. Joseph County 4‑H Fair kicks off today with attractions including goat shows, rodeo thrills, coffee stands, and bacon pickle pizza — offering local families a fun taste of summer at the fairgrounds.

Elkhart nonprofit Hunger Ends Here is packing and delivering food boxes to victims affected by six tornados and prolonged power outages—volunteers from Gym Town Pantry are helping families staying in motels.

They will continue deliveries throughout the week.

The Salvation Army partners with The Window to offer one meal in July to families in need in Southern Elkhart County (Goshen, New Paris, Wakarusa, Nappanee, and Millersburg); residents must bring a photo ID as the pantry will resume one visit every 60 days on Aug.

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Mishawaka native Mike Mrozinski has dedicated a room in his home to honor veterans and received a new flag just in time for today’s Fourth of July; he said the tribute shows the freedom they fought to protect (a nod to America’s 250th birthday).

Hesston Steam Museum in La Porte County offers steam-powered train rides today and through Fourth of July weekend; rides run from noon to 5 p.m. on three historic railroads, letting families see a steam sawmill and a large steam tractor (key to America’s industrial history).

South Shore Line will add an extra train on weekdays starting July 6 to ease delays caused by a June 24 freight derailment while busing substitution remains in effect between Hammond Gateway and East Chicago stations; the additional service runs on both westbound and eastbound routes making all stops.

Clay Fire provided holiday safety tips for fireworks and grill set-ups yesterday, offering advice on avoiding injuries and safely handling misfires (including setup guidance) across Michiana.

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.

Charley Crockett Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of live music with Charley Crockett at the fairgrounds.

Bluey's Big Play

6-9 p.m. — Morris Performing Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience Bluey in a vibrant live theatre adaptation with puppets.

Wyatt Marshall Live at Fruit Hills Winery

2-5 p.m. — Fruit Hills Winery & Orchard — Food available from Taste of Caribbean — Enjoy live country music from rising star Wyatt Marshall on the deck.