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Wednesday, October 29th, 2025
Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ RV shipments increased in October as a survey found that 25,684 units were shipped—a 4.4% rise from the 24,595 units recorded in September. Motorhomes and Park Model RVs saw the largest gains with increases of 21.2% and 20.4%, while total shipments to date reached 267,234 units. WSBT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Blake Eckelbarger follows a three-generation family tradition as he cares for a 155-year-old clock above the old courthouse in Goshen after renovations from 2019 to 2020 improved its accuracy. County commissioners support the rare motor-driven clock—one of only two left in the U.S.—as a treasured piece of local history. WSBT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Charlie Garner, age 102 and a World War II veteran from Syracuse, was honored when Gov. Mike Braun presented him with the Sagamore of the Wabash—Indiana’s highest civilian award. He enlisted in 1943 and later taught in Indiana for nearly 40 years. 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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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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Midland Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Lerner Theatre — $42.20 – $319.50 — Experience a night of classic country music with Midland and special guests, featuring high-energy performances and unique sounds.
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The Snow Queen Ballet
4:00 – 5:30 PM — The Lerner Theatre — $49.25 – $100.80 — Experience the enchanting story of Gerda's quest to save Kai from the Snow Queen's spell set to classic music.
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Air Fryer Demo & Recipe Swap
12-11 a.m. — Elkhart Public Library - Downtown — Free entry — Discover the benefits of air fryers while sampling fall recipes and swapping your own delicious ideas.
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Magic of Motown
7:30-9 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $40.15 – $104.05 — Experience a dynamic celebration of Motown classics with powerful performances from a cast of 15 vocalists.
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