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Thursday, December 18th, 2025
Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents at Cedar Glen Apartments have been without reliable heat and hot water for several weeks, and the issue remains unresolved. WNDU reported these problems last week. 16 News Now
- ➤ Residents at Hellenic Senior Living are returning home after a water main break earlier this month, with the center on track to have 100 residents back by the end of this week and the kitchen providing hot meals on Thursday night. WSBT
- ➤ The Bears in the Air program delivered 2,600 teddy bears to hospitals in Mishawaka, South Bend, Elkhart, St. Joseph, and Plymouth on Wednesday, bringing holiday joy to young patients. WSBT
- ➤ At a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, Dec. 17, the former Jimtown Historical Museum reopened as The Acres of Jimtown, a new community campus for gathering & learning. Organizers believe the site will offer local support and future growth opportunities. WSBT
- ➤ South Shore Line has expanded its Kids Ride Free program so that children 13 and under ride free when with an adult through New Year. Families can enjoy free travel on every train and should check service details for times and conditions. 16 News Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Hoosier Harley-Davidson in Elkhart announced on Facebook Wednesday night that it will close after 19 years of service. Customers are encouraged to check the website for updates on the closing date. WSBT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Elkhart Community Schools Superintendent Dr. Larry Huff will leave next July for a superintendent role in Rockford Public Schools in Illinois with a $285,000 salary, and he will work with the board until June 30 to ensure school consolidation goes smoothly. 16 News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Some drivers who deck out their vehicles with Christmas lights risk a $500 fine under Indiana law, as Elkhart County Sheriff's Office advises that colored lights are reserved for emergency vehicles + officials urge legal decoration methods to keep roads safe. WSBT
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Youth Basketball Clinic with University of Notre Dame Athletes
4-7 p.m. — Tolson Center for Community Excellence — Early Bird Admission from $2.38 — Train with Notre Dame athletes while honing your basketball skills through fun competitions and educational sessions.
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