Good morning, Elkhart.

Crews installed barriers and signage on Thursday to prep downtown for the Elkhart Grand Prix.

The event will feature kart racing, live music and fireworks this weekend — with several street closures already in place.

Goshen First Fridays runs today from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and features competitive climbing, pickleball tournaments, a spin class, kids’ activities, board and lawn games & special promotions from downtown shops.

Christ the King Lutheran Church is hosting its annual two-day rummage sale today and Saturday to offer locals a great selection of items.

Communication director Sarah Felde described the well-organized event on 16 News Now at Noon.

On August 6, Baugo Township Fire Department responded to a house fire in the 56000 block of County Road 1 that injured one adult and resulted in a cat's death — firefighters treated another cat with oxygen.

The Amish Acres Arts and Crafts Festival returns this weekend with about 100 vendors offering traditional crafts, music, and food.

The owner said he is working to rebuild the event space with Amish-made quilts and furniture.

LaVille Jr.-Sr. High School is enforcing a new cellphone ban where phones will be confiscated by staff and a $25 fine will be charged for every subsequent offense.

The policy takes effect immediately to help maintain classroom order.

Indiana Gov. Mike Braun said the state utility regulatory commission partially denied NIPSCO’s rate tracker request (the first such rejection in decades), challenging plans for a rate increase that could impact future customer rates.

The FDA has recalled fresh jalapeno peppers linked to a salmonella outbreak that sickened 345 people across 27 states, including cases in Indiana, and affected restaurants have stopped using the recalled product & Coast Citrus Distributors is notifying its customers.

Notre Dame aired a 30-minute preseason special last night that recapped last season and previewed an offseason with updates on recruits, NFL draft picks, and a schedule change featuring the return of the USC rivalry and removal of Indiana from 2030 to 2031.

On Thursday, Aug. 6, Notre Dame began fall camp for the 2026 season.

Offensive coordinator Mike Denbrock praised the depth in the wide receiver room for a strong upcoming performance.

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.