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Thursday, August 21st, 2025
Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Davon, a friendly local known for his sportsmanship, now has a shot at a new beginning—neighbors appreciate his kind character and look forward to his future. 16 News Now
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, a head-on crash occurred on S.R. 120 east of C.R. 17 when a Ford Fusion left center and hit a Chevrolet Silverado—sending a 24-year-old man to South Bend Memorial Hospital and two older adults to Elkhart General Hospital for injuries. ABC 57
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Larry Lippert—a co-founder of Lippert Components—died at 100, and the company said his vision and people-first leadership laid the foundation for its lasting legacy. WSBT
- ➤ Michiana PBS station laid off 25% of its workforce on August 20th, affecting many employees. The station has not yet provided details on the restructuring—leaving local workers uncertain about their future. 16 News Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Joseph Bailey—23 years old—was arrested and charged with failing to remain at the scene after he rear-ended a moped on C.R. 4 around 2:18 a.m. on Aug. 16, which caused the death of driver James Thoman and injured passenger David Hamilton, and his initial hearing is today. ABC 57
- ➤ Elkhart Police arrested three men after stopping a Buick LeSabre near 5th and Marion on Tuesday around 4:15 p.m.—officers detained driver Tommie Moreno, along with passengers Ian Alexander from Elkhart and Parrin Garner from Goshen, after detecting a marijuana odor, a missing seatbelt, multiple firearms, and synthetic marijuana; Alexander fled on foot before being caught. ABC 57
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Elkhart Fire Department told drivers to avoid the Botanical Center at 921 N. Main St. on Wednesday morning during a hazmat training exercise—a drill that simulated a chlorine leak—with teams from South Bend, Cleveland Township, Osolo Township, and Elkhart General Hospital. Officials said the realistic drill helped crews get ready for real emergencies. ABC 57
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Monthly Euchre night at Brentwood at Elkhart Independent Living
Your Local Independent Living is hosting a monthly Euchre night that is open to the public! We will have snacks, raffles, and a grand prize of a $100 gift card for the winning team! We will be hosting on the 2nd Thursday of the month starting on August 14th, beginning at 6pm! Please call 574-262-1626 for information
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Curbside Concerts: Abbie Thomas and the Crazy Hearts
7-9:30 p.m. — Elkhart Public Library - Downtown — Free entry — Abbie Thomas kicks off the fall season with soulful tunes and a vibrant community atmosphere.
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