Good morning, Elkhart.

After losing their home in a Black Friday fire, a former teacher and her three adopted sons received widespread support from neighbors in Elkhart — community members are offering help — as they work to rebuild their lives.

Local holiday light displays return as the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds will light up this weekend from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m., Light up the Bluff in St. Joseph will begin Friday with shows from 5 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., and Winding Brook Christmas lights will start Friday evenings from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. and Saturday from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. (all events continue until February 15).

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Michiana is hosting several events this holiday season to support its mission to help families in need—volunteers and donors are encouraged to join upcoming initiatives.

Food Bank of Northern Indiana is hosting mobile food distribution sites this month—residents can get food support during December.

The program will help those in need across the community.

The fifth annual 'Coolest Thing Made IN Indiana' tournament is underway as Michiana companies compete in a single-elimination vote to decide the state's coolest product—Elkhart Brass Manufacturing and Polaris Marine are among the contenders.

Round 1 voting closes this Thursday—voters will determine which products move on to the next round.

Amazon’s new Elkhart delivery station is processing hundreds of thousands of packages during the Cyber Monday rush—helping the company manage high holiday demand.

The modern facility uses advanced sorting technology to speed order delivery.

The South Shore Line secured local funding for a new shorter route to South Bend International Airport and will seek a federal match to move its station from the east side to the west side, cutting travel times and road crossings — it also approved plans for a station in New Carlisle on US 20 east of the American Legion Post.

A Michiana expert shared practical tips for snowblower maintenance—covering inspection, cleaning, and proper storage to help locals keep their equipment running as winter nears.

Elkhart County is known as the modular home production capital of the U.S.—modular homes are built in factories and assembled on-site faster and cost about 10-20 percent less than traditional homes.

Local experts expect the market share to grow from 5-7 percent now to 15-20 percent in the next five to ten years as the industry gains acceptance.

Purdue held its top spot in the AP poll by earning 40 of 61 first-place votes on Monday — Michigan jumped to No. 3 while Michigan State and Indiana moved higher in the rankings.

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

Weekly Coffee & Conversation Round Table

9-11 a.m. — Owls Club — Free entry — Enjoy a warm cup of coffee and engage in thought-provoking discussions with great company.

Ugly Sweater 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Stroll

8:30 AM – 2:30 PM — North Side Middle School — Registration fee required — Sport your ugliest sweater while enjoying a festive run or walk for all ages.

Home for the Holidays Concert featuring Sheena Easton

7-8:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $39.10 – $144.25 — Celebrate the season with music from Grammy-winning artists including Sheena Easton and Peabo Bryson.

101 Dalmatians Youth Edition

2-3:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $17.10 – $32.55 — Experience the daring rescue of puppies in this charming adaptation of Disney's classic tale.

Lunchtime Live Featuring Celia Weiss

11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — Free entry — Experience the local talent of Celia Weiss on the historic Kimball Organ in this delightful concert series.

Throwback Theatre: Home Alone Screening

5-6:30 p.m. — Elkhart Public Library - Osolo branch — Free entry — Relive childhood memories with a classic holiday film and free popcorn.

RV and Home Surplus Auction

10-11 a.m. — Brolyn Auctions — Online bidding only — Explore a collection of excess RV and manufactured home parts in this auction event.

Hadestown Musical Performance

2:00-3:30 p.m. — Morris Performing Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience a hell-raising journey through love and mythology in a Tony Award-winning musical.

Weekly Coffee & Conversation Round Table

9-11 a.m. — Owls Club — Free entry — Enjoy a warm cup of coffee and connect with others through meaningful conversations.

A Roaring 20's New Years Eve Celebration

8 PM - 1 AM — Hotel Elkhart, Tapestry Collection by Hilton — $399 for Classic Package, $475 for Suite Package — Step into the glamorous Roaring 20's and enjoy a night filled with entertainment, dining, and champagne toasts.