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Saturday, December 6th, 2025

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Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Hannah's House of Michiana held an 'Igniting Hope' fundraiser on Dec. 5 + organizers expect the funds will boost local programs.  16 News Now
  • Marian High School's football team participated in its annual Toys for Tots drive on Dec. 5, collecting toys & holiday gifts for families in the community.  16 News Now
  • The Hoosier Lottery introduced festive holiday Scratch-offs and Fast Play games to add cheer this season, and it will award a $50 prize pack to ten winners starting Dec. 8 (contest details apply).  16 News Now

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Seven Michiana businesses advanced from the first round of the Coolest Thing Made in Indiana tournament, with finalists including BraunAbility, Elkhart Brass Manufacturing, and Polaris Marine. Voting will end on Wednesday, Dec. 10.  16 News Now

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Nuner Elementary School and Fine Arts Academy formed the area's first elementary marching band with a color guard on Dec. 5 — a historic milestone for student art and music programs.  16 News Now

SPORTS NEWS

  • No. 2 Indiana is set to face No. 1 Ohio State in today's Big Ten Championship Game at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, marking the first No. 1 vs. No. 2 matchup in conference play since 2009 and the Hoosiers' first championship appearance since 1967.  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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  • 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.

    Tue, 12/9/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 12/13/25

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  • 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.

    Wed, 12/17/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 12/18/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 12/19/25

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  • 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.

    Sun, 12/21/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 12/25/25

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  • 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.

    Wed, 12/31/25

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

It's not the mountain we conquer, but ourselves.

~ Edmund Hillary

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