Good morning, Elkhart.

Elkhart County 4-H Fair (Indiana’s largest county fair) is set to open on Friday at the fairgrounds with rides, animal exhibits, and new sweet treats like Tang Hulu and Dubai chocolate strawberries.

Admission is $5 on Friday, free on Sunday, and $10 from Monday with free parking.

Special Olympics Indiana’s Elkhart County program is planning a golf outing fundraiser to help around 200 local athletes, who pay nothing for participation and rely on community donations for uniforms, equipment and fees (Jeri Lambert, Kristi Baker-Ott, Colt and Clay Kalb discussed details).

The Goodyear Blimp Wingfoot One touched down at Elkhart Municipal Airport yesterday afternoon, drawing local onlookers before spending the night.

It will fly to Oshkosh (Wisconsin) for the annual air show.

Dylan, an 8-year-old foster child who loves biking & swimming, is looking for a forever home in our community.

He hopes a new family will offer him lasting care and a supportive environment.

Westside BBQ and Craft Fest will support Unity Gardens this Sunday, July 26 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 3701 Prast Boulevard, featuring food trucks + craft vendors, open garden tours, a kids area, animals, a dunk tank and a 50/50 raffle.

Goshen Heart and Vascular Center earned prestigious recognition from the American College of Cardiology — a nod to its swift, expert care during heart attacks.

A free Pilates mat class for all levels will soon take place in Seitz Park + donations will benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities Michiana.

PT Organics Limited recalled its Pumpkin Tree Peter Rabbit Organics Banana & Strawberry fruit puree pouches sold at Target, Kroger, and Meijer due to a packaging defect that could release a strand of food-grade plastic.

The 4-ounce pouches, identified by a specific barcode and best-by dates, should be returned or discarded.

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.