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Friday, October 17th, 2025
Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Michiana nonprofit Five Star Life received a surprise $25,000 grant from Amazon on Oct. 16th—part of a new partnership that will support its local programs. 16 News Now
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Heavy rain and gusty winds brought flash flooding and travel delays to the West Coast as the North American Monsoon season winds down, while the Midwest and East Coast stayed dry with warm weather. Storms will shift east this weekend — areas in Indiana face a slight risk for severe weather, and Notre Dame tailgating fans should prepare with rain gear. ABC 57
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Child health advocates and state legislators launched the Indiana Child Safety campaign to boost child well-being and prevent injuries among children. The campaign will provide new educational initiatives and safety resources to parents and caregivers—officials said. 16 News Now
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A local couple is restoring former Notre Dame coach Knute Rockne’s house — a project that aims to preserve this historic property for the community. 16 News Now
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Two local high school boys tennis teams, Penn and Saint Joe, will compete for a Final Four berth today at North Central High School at 10 a.m. + Penn reached the semifinals last season while Saint Joe has not advanced since 2005 + the state quarterfinal match will decide which team improves its season with a crucial win. WSBT
- ➤ Notre Dame announced that a key defensive lineman was ruled out for the USC game—this injury raises concerns as the Irish prepare for a top 25 matchup against the Trojans. 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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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Southern Soul Blues Festival
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — VIP packages available — Celebrate an electrifying night filled with soul and blues featuring legends and rising stars.
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The Fab Four - The Ultimate Beatles Tribute
7:30-10 p.m. — Blue Gate Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable tribute to The Beatles with note-for-note renditions and dynamic performances.
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Dusty Slay: The Night Shift Tour
7-8:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughter with stand-up comedian Dusty Slay sharing his unique southern charm and relatable humor.
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95.3 MNC Noise with Jimmy Failla
3-7:30 p.m. — Northern Indiana Event Center — Starts at $55.20 — Enjoy an evening of laughs and entertainment with special guest Jimmy Failla.
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Mutts Gone Nuts: Unleashed
7:00 – 8:30 PM — The Lerner Theatre — $22.60 – $44.75 — Experience a comedy dog spectacular with talented rescue pups that will leave you howling with joy.
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