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Elkhart History: Bill Phillips
Bill Phillips was a pioneer; the first Black Elkhart city councilman, a Jaycee, a community servant, airport manager and later, a bank manager. A lifelong Elkhart native, he served in […]
Judge Redding wanted reform but failed to beat Cosentino
A brigade of men in light-colored suits moved confidently on the sidewalk leading to the Elkhart County Courthouse. In the middle of this who’s who of local lawyers was the […]
Looming over downtown, the costly Arch was toppled by critics
The Arch was memorable, costly and criticized as a short-lived 1960s Main Street attraction.
The Klan wanted influence. One Elkhart leader took a stand.
A KKK grand dragon wielded great political power in 1920s Indiana. But one man made sure he knew he wasn't welcome in Elkhart.
Things to do: Halloween activities at EPL
This post is from a previous Halloween. Please click here to find the current year’s information. With October underway it’s the season of spooky, scary and fun and the Elkhart Public […]
With public health in the balance, Dr. Tomchik declared war on the patient
A struggle for power over public health in Elkhart County eventually came to a messy end and forced a doctor's resignation.
Learning never stops with LinkedIn
Whether it’s job skills or creative, LinkedIn Library let’s you learn at your own pace. LinkedIn Learning, available through the EPL Digital Library, has thousands of courses across a wide […]
Ben Barnes ‘was second to none, but never better than anyone else’
Role model, author, leader - Ben Barnes was a powerful and caring presence for Elkhart
