Good morning, Elkhart.

Dirty Roots pantry plans to add 12 more (24/7) locations around Elkhart after a successful first month to give families round-the-clock access to food and hygiene items.

A scavenger hunt by The Toasted Turtle Tavern raised over $15,000 for local charities — winner Brittani Ann Crowley donated part of her prize to Angeles in the Attic, Cultivate Food Rescue, and the Elkhart High School School Band Boosters earlier this month in Elkhart.

The Ronald McDonald House Michiana launched its new look and name today, continuing to serve families with children 21 and younger at Beacon Children's Hospital — sharing stories of its impact on thousands of lives.

The American Red Cross is helping an Elkhart homeowner displaced by a house fire late Wednesday near the intersection of Franklin — Harrison streets.

Firefighters took about 20 minutes to put out the blaze and no injuries were reported, though the cause is still unknown.

Southgate Crossing’s Fall Fest returns on Saturday, Oct.

17 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the venue located at the corner of County Road 26 and State Road 19—featuring over 160 vendors including more than 40 antique sellers, local artisans, food stands, and face painters.

Innova Federal Credit Union marked International Credit Union Day on Oct.

15 by helping members build credit, reach financial goals and support local entrepreneurs. The event underscored community efforts to boost financial empowerment.

Beacon Health Systems is consolidating its behavioral health services in Elkhart by transferring patients from the Center for Behavioral Medicine to the Memorial Epworth Center (the consolidation will be complete by Dec.

1) to offer a broader range of care and programs.

The Savannah Bananas will visit Michiana during their 2027 tour as Notre Dame hosts games at Frank Eck Stadium on June 24 and at Notre Dame Stadium on June 26; fans can join the Banana Ball Lottery by Oct.

31 for tickets starting at $35 & meet options at $125.