Good morning, Elkhart.

Mary Powell from Pet Refuge introduced three kittens (Red, Sandy, and Buffy) on 16 News Now at Noon yesterday, delighting local pet lovers with a triple dose of cuteness.

Elkhart business owner Danny Reynolds of Stephenson’s of Elkhart was named the 2026 America’s Retail Champion by the National Retail Federation.

This honor recognizes small retailers who support the industry and engage in public policy + highlights a local success story.

FDA confirmed that an initial test linking Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce to cyclospora was a false positive and apologized after the recall.

The CDC had connected over 1,600 cases (including in Indiana) to shredded lettuce at Taco Bell restaurants.

Dune Coast Baseball named Blagica Bottigliero as its general manager as the team prepares for its inaugural Northwoods League season.

She will manage business operations — including community programs and game-day fan experience— to build the club’s brand.

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.

BBQ & Brew Fest 2026

4-10 p.m. — Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds — $80 adults, $45 designated drivers, $20 students, free for kids under 12 — Enjoy craft beer, burgers, and live music while supporting a great cause.

Leroy Robinson Southern Soul & Soul Music Festival featuring The Bar-Kays

7-10 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $64 – $167.10 — Celebrate the legacy of Leroy Robinson with a night of Southern Soul and R&B featuring Lakeside and T.K. Soul.