Monday, July 7th, 2025

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Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Voices for the Movement will bring together residents from Elkhart, St. Joseph, and Kosciusko Counties for a night of social justice storytelling and creative expression that highlights voices behind child safety and human rights movements. Organized by the Speak Our Truth Project, the event will take place from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on July 12 at LangLab—1302 High Street in South Bend with food trucks available. ABC 57
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 46-year-old bicyclist was hit by a car on Saturday night along County Road 18 in Elkhart County and taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries—police have not yet identified the suspect vehicle. 16 News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews closed State Road 119 from State Road 19 in Wakarusa to State Road 15 in Goshen today to replace four culverts—detours are posted along State Road 19, US 6 and State Road 15. The road will reopen in one week, weather permitting. WSBT
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Banda Machos Live in Elkhart
9 PM – 1 AM — Concord Event Center — General Admission $50 — Experience the vibrant sounds of Banda Machos and Banda La Zeta for an unforgettable night.
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