Good morning, Elkhart.

Carton Alley will open soon in downtown Nappanee — it is expected to boost the local business scene.

The Lerner Theatre will host The Great Gatsby in Elkhart soon - the production will bring the classic story to local fans and ticket details will be announced later.

The Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum in North Judson will run Pumpkin Trains every Saturday in October along the junction of four former railroads.

Passengers can choose a diesel train for a 10-mile, 45-minute round trip that begins after an hour-long Not-So-Scary, Scary Animal Show at 4:15 p.m. CT or a shorter 25-minute steam train ride that ends at a Pumpkin Patch for games and carving.

Crews in Goshen will flush 1,400 hydrants overnight from Tuesday to Friday between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m. to remove iron buildup from the water lines—residents may see brown water in laundry hookups for two to six hours after the cleaning.

St. Joseph County Emergency Management Agency began a $1.5M upgrade for its Early Outdoor Warning Siren System by updating 67 sirens and adding five new locations with ARP funds.

Officials said the project includes new electrical parts such as radio receivers, antennae, and backup batteries—tests will be held when service trucks visit each site on the first Thursday of the month.

Elkhart County health officials are warning residents to protect themselves from mosquito-borne illnesses after an unvaccinated horse in LaGrange County was confirmed to have eastern equine encephalitis + the state reported 26 human West Nile virus cases, including one in Elkhart County.

Elkhart County breweries have brewed three limited-edition fall beers available throughout October, including a Red IPA from Goshen Brewing, a mulberry sour from Iechyd Da Brewing, and a Pumpkin Spice Latte Amber Ale from Brass Elk Brewing.

Terry Mark (director of communication) and Jesse Sensenig (Goshen Brewing founder) said the new offerings highlight a creative spirit in local craft traditions.

A buggy crash that injured three and killed a horse has raised community concerns over a proposed development of 152 townhomes on County Road 16 near Middlebury—residents including Amish have petitioned against the plan as safety worries grow ahead of a county rezoning vote on October 20th.

Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman said CJ Carr has a rare competitive fire—he now shows an elite mindset and strong talent—and that his drive will help him stand out as the season continues.

Notre Dame women's basketball coach Niele Ivey is set to receive the Woman of the Year award from YWCA North Central Indiana this week — the honor recognizes her leadership on and off the court.

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

Coffee Hour

9-11 a.m. — Owls Club — Free entry — Connect over coffee in a relaxed atmosphere perfect for meeting new friends or catching up with old ones.

World Ballet Company: The Great Gatsby

7-8:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $49.90 – $100.90 — Experience the dazzling Broadway-style ballet showcasing the glitz and glamor of F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic novel.

Hometown Jams: Starship and Foghat Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $52.49 – $125.69 — Experience an unforgettable night of classic rock anthems from Starship and Foghat.

Meet the National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature

6-7 p.m. — Elkhart Public Library - Downtown — Free entry — Celebrate the joy of picture books with award-winning author Mac Barnett and enjoy a book signing.

Disney's Descendants - The Musical

2-3:30 p.m. — Crystal Ballroom at the Lerner Theater — Ticket info available — An exciting musical experience featuring the beloved characters from Disney's Descendants.

Disney's Descendants - The Musical

2:00-3:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $17.10 – $32.55 — Experience the tale of villainous teens as they face choices between good and evil at this musical performance.

Japanese Tea Tasting

2-3:30 p.m. — Apothica Teas — Free entry — Explore a variety of premium Japanese teas with expert guidance and enjoy a relaxing afternoon.

Coffee Hour

9-11 a.m. — Owls Club — No cost — Meet new friends or catch up with old ones over a hot drink in a cozy cafe setting.

Trick or Trap Halloween Party

9 PM - 2 AM — The Arena Nightclub — Free entry — Elkhart's BIGGEST Halloween party featuring DJ STICKY BOOTS and a costume contest.