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Elkhart
Sunday, October 5th, 2025
Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Twelve local high school marching bands performed today at the C.G. Conn Invitational in Elkhart, an event partly sponsored by Conn Selmer (which has built instruments locally for 150 years) and celebrating hard work from weeks of band camps. WSBT
- ➤ Charity networkers and SHINE are hosting the Fall Craft Show at Moose Family Center in Elkhart where over 80 vendors will offer crafts and proceeds will benefit local organizations — the event will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with lunch served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and include a bake sale and ticket raffle. ABC 57
- ➤ Community leaders and advocates will meet at the Lexington Event Center on Oct. 16 to discuss a child safety campaign honoring children lost to bullying and community violence—panelists include crisis peer Takisha Jacobs, child and parent advocate Rachel Van Alstine and Rep. Dale Devon. They will share insights and call on the community to address these tragic losses. 16 News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Goshen College allowed the class of 2020 to finally walk the stage during homecoming weekend—alumni reunited and signed a historic book to complete a long-delayed milestone after their virtual graduation five years ago. ABC 57
- ➤ The Beacon Youth Summit will give kids and teens a chance to learn about the medical field at the Tolson Center in Elkhart on Saturday, Oct. 25. Beacon leaders Pam Morrison and Michale Nixon will guide the event—offering networking and career insights for young people. 16 News Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Notre Dame beat Boise State 28-7 Saturday at Notre Dame Stadium—showing a strong defense that marked a major step for the team. 16 News Now
- ➤ Notre Dame fans in Elkhart are gathering at tailgates as they prepare for the upcoming Boise State game — local supporters are setting up early for a day of team spirit. 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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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.
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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.
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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.
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~ Tony Robbins
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