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As of this week, the Elkhart Salvation Army has raised $294,000, far below its $500,000 target.
01/08/2026

As of this week, the Elkhart Salvation Army has raised $294,000, far below its $500,000 target.

ELKHART — The Salvation Army of Elkhart on Tuesday announced that it is falling drastically short of its Christmas fundraising goal, putting critical assistance programs for local families at risk

Departure comes five years after football coach, in his first year, led his team to a state title game.
11/25/2025

Departure comes five years after football coach, in his first year, led his team to a state title game.

MIDDLEBURY — Chad Eppley, who coached the Northridge High football team to the program’s only trip the IHSAA state finals in his first season, resigned his post after five years

As the city’s behavioral health response coordinator, James Ballard uses an “Educate, Encourage, Enforce” model to conne...
10/09/2025

As the city’s behavioral health response coordinator, James Ballard uses an “Educate, Encourage, Enforce” model to connect people in crisis with shelter, treatment and long-term support.

GOSHEN — The Goshen officer who responds to mental health crises has been honored by state lawmakers.

Anderson cites misunderstanding over flexible schedule, tells investigators office workers always put in the required ho...
09/03/2025

Anderson cites misunderstanding over flexible schedule, tells investigators office workers always put in the required hours over any given period of time.

GOSHEN — Clerk of the Court Chris Anderson and his deputy have been indicted on charges of official misconduct and criminal conversion for allegedly overpaying employees.

Community leaders lament loss of "neighborhood asset."
06/25/2025

Community leaders lament loss of "neighborhood asset."

ELKHART — City leaders say they’re disappointed to learn that Kroger will close one of its Elkhart locations in August.

His service to the city dates back to 1960. He worked as a firefighter, fire chief and street commissioner before being ...
04/25/2025

His service to the city dates back to 1960. He worked as a firefighter, fire chief and street commissioner before being elected mayor.

ELKHART — Nobody loved Elkhart like Dick Moore, friends said after learning of the former mayor’s death Thursday morning.

Fourth-quarter comeback spoiled by Manchester's 3-pointer with 8 seconds left.
03/23/2025

Fourth-quarter comeback spoiled by Manchester's 3-pointer with 8 seconds left.

MICHIGAN CITY — Manchester's Ethan Hendrix delivered a lethal shot Saturday at the Class 2A Michigan City Semistate game between Jimtown and the Squires.

Seniors help lead Jimtown past Westview for regional championship
03/17/2025

Seniors help lead Jimtown past Westview for regional championship

BOURBON — Branden King admitted he couldn't stop smiling.

Elkhart Clinic clears the air; investigation into contamination in area continues.
03/13/2025

Elkhart Clinic clears the air; investigation into contamination in area continues.

ELKHART — The Elkhart Clinic’s main campus is scheduled to reopen to the public Monday just six weeks after it closed due to a strong odor of fuel in the

Aggressive plans for infrastructure, housing and highways all separate but focus on a shared vision for the city, offici...
03/12/2025

Aggressive plans for infrastructure, housing and highways all separate but focus on a shared vision for the city, officials say

ELKHART — More than a dozen projects under the city’s ASPIRE plan umbrella will result in millions of dollars more invested in the city this year and will address issues

Strong odor forced facility to close in January; investigation continues.
03/06/2025

Strong odor forced facility to close in January; investigation continues.

ELKHART — A strong odor that closed Elkhart Clinic is petroleum-based, but its source has not been confirmed and an investigation is ongoing, environmental officials say.

House Bill 1001, the two-year budget bill that advanced to the Senate last week, cuts local public health spending from ...
03/01/2025

House Bill 1001, the two-year budget bill that advanced to the Senate last week, cuts local public health spending from $150 million annually to $100 million.

GOSHEN — State lawmakers are undermining efforts to improve Hoosiers’ health by proposing 33 percent cuts to public funding, local health officials warn.

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