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Thursday, December 19th, 2024

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Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • A new power substation is underway on Auten Road and State Road 933 in Indiana to enhance electrical service reliability and reduce outages, expected to finish by fall 2025.  WSBT
  • South Bend International Airport concludes its 2024 Bears in the Air campaign by delivering over 2,400 stuffed bears to children in five hospitals across Michiana.  ABC 57

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A driver was cited for failure to yield, resulting in a crash in Elkhart County, with one individual hospitalized for non-life-threatening injuries.  ABC 57

CRIME NEWS

  • In Elkhart, Indiana, a police standoff involving the deployment of gas to enforce arrest warrants on Jeffrey Flores Gonzalez resulted in his capture and the arrest of Celine Gonzalez Mejias on an unrelated charge, without injuries.  ABC 57

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Forest River plans to lay off 160 workers in Elkhart and Bristol, with the majority in Elkhart, adding to previous layoffs earlier in the year.  16 News Now
  • The South Bend/Elkhart Regional Development Authority allocated $42.5 million in state READI grants to 13 projects to support housing and community development across St. Joseph, Elkhart, and Marshall counties.  16 News Now

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Indiana is ranked 39th for higher education attainment, underscoring efforts by institutions and officials to boost post-secondary credentials and economic prosperity in the state.  WSBT

SPORTS NEWS

  • The upcoming college playoff game between Notre Dame and Indiana has sparked a friendly rivalry, dividing allegiances among families and fans in Indiana.  WSBT

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Shawn Richards Live at Snappers Sports Bar

    Enjoy a live performance by Shawn Richards at Snappers Sports Bar in Elkhart.

    Sat, 12/21/24

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  • Shawn Richards Live at Simeri's Beardsley St Tavern

    Shawn Richards will perform live music at Simeri's Beardsley St Tavern in Elkhart.

    Thu, 12/26/24

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  • Shawn Richards Concert

    Shawn Richards will perform live at Simeri's Beardsley St Tavern in Elkhart.

    Fri, 12/27/24

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  • Soulful Celebration New Year's Eve at Hotel Elkhart

    Celebrate the New Year with a 1970's themed party featuring Abbie Thomas and the Heartbreakers, including accommodations, dining, and entertainment at Hotel Elkhart.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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  • LA SONORA DINAMITA CUMBIA FEST 2025

    The LA SONORA DINAMITA CUMBIA FEST 2025 is a vibrant musical event featuring cumbia music, taking place at The Arena Nightclub in Elkhart, Indiana.

    Fri, 1/10/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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