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Tuesday, November 4th, 2025

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Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 4th of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Downtown Goshen will host the Light Parade on Friday, November 7 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. — the event will extend into the weekend with light displays, shopping deals, and a Holiday Open House on November 9.  ABC 57
  • Local businesses in Elkhart are helping families face delays in SNAP benefits this month. Freshieez Pizza has launched an Adopt-a-Family program that offers a full dinner and $500 gift card for every 25 $20 donations while a countywide feed campaign has raised funds for food pantries—both efforts supporting those affected by the shutdown.  ABC 57
  • SNAP payment delays and reduced benefits left many families in Elkhart and across Michiana struggling to pay bills and buy food. The Salvation Army and Elkhart Community Schools are running a food drive until Nov. 24—neighbors are coming together to help.  16 News Now

EDUCATION NEWS

  • On Monday, the Penn-Harris-Madison Superintendent and district administration presented a tentative teachers’ agreement that raises the overall base salary by about 3.45% and sets the starting salary for new teachers at $50,000. The School Board will vote on the agreement next Monday—if approved, the changes will benefit teachers.  WSBT

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Penn-Harris-Madison school board held a special meeting on Monday morning to announce a new Penn Township representative—this member will fill the vacancy left after Matt Chaffee resigned.  WSBT
  • Local officials said that recent SNAP benefit cuts have strained low-income families in Elkhart as they struggle to purchase enough food. Community groups are reviewing programs to help affected residents — steps that may be announced soon.  16 News Now

HEALTH NEWS

  • Agriculture officials in Elkhart and LaGrange counties are urging poultry and livestock owners to use strong biosecurity measures after new bird flu cases were reported — they advise disinfecting equipment and changing clothes after handling sick animals.  16 News Now

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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

    Thu, 8/14/25

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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.

    Thu, 11/6/25

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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.

    Fri, 11/7/25

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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.

    Sat, 11/8/25

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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.

    Fri, 11/14/25

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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.

    Sat, 11/15/25

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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.

    Sun, 11/16/25

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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.

    Tue, 11/18/25

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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.

    Sat, 11/22/25

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  • A Classical Christmas with Girl Named Tom

    4-6 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — Free entry — Experience a festive orchestral collaboration featuring the acclaimed group Girl Named Tom and the Elkhart County Symphony.

    Sun, 11/23/25

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  • Aurinko Ballet Presents Nutcracker

    3:00-4:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $21.55 – $36.55 — Experience a modern twist on the Nutcracker featuring a heartfelt story and diverse cultural dances.

    Sat, 11/29/25

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.

~ Theodore Roosevelt

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