Sunday, August 31st, 2025
Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 31st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Bristol Corndog Festival will be held on Saturday, September 6th in downtown Bristol from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The event offers free entry with food trucks competing in a best corndog-inspired dish contest, live music, vendor booths, and a corndog king contest—fundraising for local nonprofits. ABC 57
- ➤ The Food Bank of Northern Indiana announced drive-thru mobile food distributions that will offer free, pre-packed food boxes in September—local events in Elkhart County are scheduled on September 4 and 15 among other counties, with each household receiving one box while supplies last. ABC 57
- ➤ Carter's Ride is an annual motorcycle event that honored lives lost to suicide and supported families with crisis intervention and grief counseling. Since it began four years ago, the non-profit has aided seven families and helped over 30 individuals cope with their loss. WSBT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The WNDU 16 News Now GAMEDAY team has outlined key details for the Notre Dame at Miami contest by noting Marcus Freeman’s pace in comparison with past legends and CJ Carr's upcoming first collegiate start—points that clarify the challenges ahead for the team. The analysis offers essential insights as the game unfolds. 16 News Now
- ➤ Notre Dame legend Chris Zorich joins 16 News Now GAMEDAY to reflect on his Notre Dame-Miami rivalry and share his experience from key matchups—including Elkhart at Northridge along with games from St. Joseph, Mishawaka, NorthWood and Jimtown. 16 News Now
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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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Felipe Esparza Live Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — Tickets from $34 — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Felipe Esparza.
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Bristol Corndog Festival
Get ready for the best day of the year at the Bristol Corndog Festival with a full day of music, food, contests and family fun in the heart of Bristol.
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Elkhart County Symphony Season 78 Premiere
4-7 p.m. — Wellfield Botanic Gardens — $21.20 – $34.60 — Experience the breathtaking orchestral music of Mozart and Shostakovich in a serene outdoor setting.
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Coffee Hour
9-11 a.m. — Owls Club — Free entry — Meet someone new or catch up with an old friend over a hot drink in a relaxed café setting.
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Curbside Concerts: Jake Miller and The Midwest Heat
7-9:30 p.m. — Elkhart Public Library - Downtown — Free entry — Enjoy country and western music under the stars with Jake Miller and friends.
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New Paris Indiana Community 250th Anniversary Block Party
10 AM-7 PM — Sunnyside Park — Free entry — Celebrate 250 years of community spirit with fun, local vendors, and activities.
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Coffee Hour
9-11 a.m. — Owls Club — Free entry — Enjoy a hot drink while meeting new friends or catching up with familiar faces in a casual setting.
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Lunchtime Live: Kimball Organ Concert with Celia Weiss
11 AM – 1 PM — The Lerner Theatre — Free entry — Enjoy virtuoso performances on the historic Kimball Organ by local favorite Celia Weiss.
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Coffee Hour
9-11 a.m. — Owls Club — Free entry — Meet new friends and catch up over a warm drink in a relaxed cafe setting.
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Scrambler Lineup Demo Day
10 AM – 3 PM — Elkhart Triumph — Free entry — Experience thrilling test rides on Triumph's iconic Scrambler lineup and receive a complimentary gift for the first 20 riders.
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