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The Local History Index provides only a citation to the article or item. Please visit the Elkhart Public Library’s downtown location at 300 S. Second St. to access the Elkhart Truth newspapers and other collections referenced in this index.


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ID104049
Title of ArticlePolice chase takes vehicle through backyard, swing set
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionKaila Tapia
DateJul 03, 2026
PageA1, A5


ID104050
Title of ArticleCocaine dealing charge follows undercover purchase
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionJames Fields
DateJul 03, 2026
PageA3


ID104051
Title of ArticleCommunity Health Clinic welcomes Miller as the foundation director
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionClayton Miller
DateJul 03, 2026
PageA3


ID104046
Title of ArticleBand members, audience beat the heat
NotesAdditional photo A6 titled PERFORMANCE AT MCNAUGHTON PARK
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionElkhart Municipal Band performs; Bret Deardorff directs; Kelly Rider plays saxophone
DateJul 02, 2026
PageA1, A6
SubjectsElkhart Municipal Band, Concerts


ID104047
Title of ArticleThe Window announces 30-day suspension
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
DateJul 02, 2026
PageA1
SubjectsWindow, The


ID104048
Title of ArticleChoosing coaching
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionJacquie Rost coaches volleyball
DateJul 02, 2026
PageB1, B2
SubjectsElkhart High School, Volleyball


ID104022
Title of ArticlePatrick Industries, LCI Industries announce merger
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionAndy Nemeth; Johnny Sirpilla
DateJul 01, 2026
PageA1, A6
SubjectsPatrick Industries Inc., Acquisitions and Mergers


ID104023
Title of ArticleFourth of July events planned
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture Captionfireworks at Black Squirrel Golf Course, Goshen; Elkhart’s Fourth of July display
DateJul 01, 2026
PageA1
SubjectsIndependence Day, Fireworks


ID104018
Title of ArticleCounty opens bids to fix two Millersburg bridges
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionBridge 193 carries C.R. 43 over Stoney Creek.
DateJun 30, 2026
PageA1
SubjectsMillersburg, IN, Bridges


ID104019
Title of ArticleRemote-controlled model aircraft take to the skies
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionFrom left, Fox Valley Aero Club member Bob Bowe, FVAC member and owner of the Hansa Brandenburg John Howe and President of the FVAC Dale Gathman prepare to launch the bi-plane Saturday during the Air Supremacy Over Goshen event on Saturday; Steve Forrest shows off his Grumman TBF Avenger for the Air Supremacy airshow at Goshen Municipal Airport on Saturday; Model remote controlled aircraft enthusiasts show off their planes during the Air Supremacy Over Goshen event on Saturday; Pilots showcase their remote-controlled aircraft at Goshen Municipal Airport on Saturday, part of the Air Supremacy Over Goshen event
DateJun 30, 2026
PageA1, A6
SubjectsGoshen Municipal Airport


ID104020
Title of ArticleHorizon Education Alliance to relocate main office to Ivy Tech campus
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
DateJun 30, 2026
PageA1, A6
SubjectsHorizon Education Alliance


ID103992
Title of ArticleParks department celebrates opening of Corson Riverwoods
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionElkhart County Parks staff and supporters; Corson Riverwoods Park
DateJun 26, 2026
PageA1, A6
SubjectsElkhart County Parks and Recreation Department, Parks


ID103993
Title of ArticleNew laws take effect July 1
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
DateJun 26, 2026
PageA1, A6
SubjectsLaws


ID103995
Title of ArticleHabitat dedicates four Homer Avenue homes
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionKristin Alwell
DateJun 26, 2026
PageA1
SubjectsHabitat for Humanity, Elkhart


ID103996
Title of ArticleCommunity Foundation names Julian first chief operating officer
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionKen Julian
DateJun 26, 2026
PageA3
SubjectsElkhart County Community Foundation


ID103997
Title of ArticleA learning summer
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionLilly Scholl; Doug Springer, Cam Conley, Macey Riegsecker.
DateJun 26, 2026
PageB1, B2
SubjectsNorthridge High School, Basketball


ID103988
Title of ArticleStill recovering from storm
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture Captiondamaged house on Hyde Park Drive in Bristol; Workers clean up trees and debris from the June 11 tornado on Bruce Drive in Bristol
DateJun 25, 2026
PageA1, A6
SubjectsStorms, Tornadoes


ID103989
Title of ArticleThe Window announces 30-day ‘stabilization period’
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture Captionpeople browse food pantry
DateJun 25, 2026
PageA3
SubjectsWindow, The


ID103990
Title of ArticleA unique lifestyle
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionJolie Clopton performs on the balance beam; Jolie Clopton puts chalk on her hands
DateJun 25, 2026
PageB1, B2
SubjectsGymnastics, Jimtown High School


ID103991
Title of ArticleHamsher is new coach at NorthWood
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
DateJun 25, 2026
PageB2
SubjectsNorthWood High School, Track and Field


ID103984
Title of ArticleOlympic dreams
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionDenise Chandler holds up the City of Elkhart flag alongside Elkhart Mayor Rod Roberson prior to her race at the Indiana State Games; Denise Chandler, 64, earned a gold medal at the Indiana State Games for her performance in the 5K race.
DateJun 24, 2026
PageA1, A6
SubjectsRunning, Awards


ID103985
Title of ArticleGoshen Common Council raises building permit fees
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionShawn Gulec
DateJun 24, 2026
PageA1, A6
SubjectsCity of Goshen, Building Permits, Fees, Municipal


ID103986
Title of ArticleThor Industries partners with Habitat for Ihrig family panel build
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionThor Industries volunteers raise wall panels during the Ihrig Family Habitat panel build on Thursday
DateJun 24, 2026
PageA3
SubjectsHabitat for Humanity, Thor Industries Inc.


ID103987
Title of ArticleMidwest Museum of American Art receives $500,000 grant from Lilly
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionInterior of Midwest Museum of American Art
DateJun 24, 2026
PageA3
SubjectsMidwest Museum of American Art, Grants


ID103975
Title of ArticleCounty to cut ribbon at Corson park
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionPictured is the south wetland at the future site of Beech Grove County Park; Pictured is a concept for developing Beech Grove Park. It marks the location of features such as an entrance sign (1), nature trail stops (4), and a boardwalk and wetlands overlook (6 and 7).
DateJun 23, 2026
PageA1, A6
SubjectsParks, Elkhart County


ID103976
Title of ArticleJazz Fest returns, in style
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionThe Edwardsburg High School Jazz Band perfoms on Main Street in the Jazz Lounge on Saturday during the Elkhart Jazz Fest; Three of the Frownin’ Mawgs perform on Main Street on Saturday during the Elkhart Jazz Fest. The Mawgs are a group of Conn-Selmer employees; Dave Bennett preforms in the Crystal Ballroom on Saturday during the Elkhart Jazz Fest; Drummer Mark Ferber performs with The Eric Rasmussen Quartet in the Library Atrium on Saturday during the Elkhart Jazz Fest.
DateJun 23, 2026
PageA1, A6
SubjectsElkhart Jazz Festival


ID103977
Title of ArticleDaycare owners challenge allegations in court
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
DateJun 20, 2026
PageA1, A6
SubjectsGoshen, Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA)


ID103978
Title of ArticleBlack RV group tours city sites
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionNational African-American RVers Association Inc. members tour an RV plant in Elkhart; Breanna Allen speaks about the history of the Tolson Center; Norman Ellis is served food
DateJun 20, 2026
PageA1, A6
SubjectsRecreational Vehicle Industry


ID103979
Title of ArticleWoman killed, 2-year-old injured crossing street
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
DateJun 20, 2026
PageA1
SubjectsTraffic Accidents


ID103980
Title of ArticleJIMTOWN’S 2026 COMMENCEMENT
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionJimtown High School seniors throw their caps; Baylea Creech, valedictorian for the Jimtown High School senior class, gives her address to the audience, while Jimtown High School Principal Tim Pletcher sits nearby; Members of the Jimtown High School graduating senior class await to sit down; Kalea Sparks (right), salutatorian for the Jimtown High School senior class, makes a hashtag symbol with her fingers during her salutatorian address; Baugo Superintendent Byron Sanders shakes the hand of a graduating senior; Brayden House (top right), Jimtown High School senior class president, leads his fellow graduating class in the turning of the tassels
DateJun 20, 2026
PageA3
SubjectsBaugo Community Schools, Jimtown High School, Commencements


ID103982
Title of ArticleINOVA Federal announces planned leadership transition
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionDallas Bergl; Joseph Messenger
DateJun 20, 2026
PageB1, B4
SubjectsINOVA Federal Credit Union, Leadership


ID103983
Title of ArticleA new chapter
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionMark Mikel coaches
DateJun 20, 2026
PageC1
SubjectsNorthWood High School, Retirement


ID103953
Title of ArticleResidents record oral histories to commemorate 250th anniversary
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionAndrea Hutslar interviews Cathy Ellsworth;
DateJun 19, 2026
PageA1, A6
SubjectsRuthmere Museum


ID103954
Title of ArticleKaler earns top INSC honor
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
DateJun 19, 2026
PageB2
SubjectsBaugo Community Schools, Baseball


ID103955
Title of ArticleDivido is top northern finisher at state finals
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionBen Divido
DateJun 19, 2026
PageB2
SubjectsElkhart High School, Golf


ID103943
Title of ArticleGoshen City Court relocation complete at Historic Courthouse
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionElkhart County Courthouse; Elkhart County Courthouse
DateJun 18, 2026
PageA1, A6
SubjectsGoshen City Court


ID103964
Title of ArticleSurrounded by royalty
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionFormer Concord quarterback Brian Conn (right), poses with former CHS coach Tim Dawson at the Indiana Hall of Fame Induction Banquet earlier this month in South Bend.
DateJun 18, 2026
PageB1,B2
SubjectsConcord High School, Football, Indiana Football Hall of Fame


ID103945
Title of ArticleJayco, Thor bring RV Day to Boys & Girls Club
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionRV Day; RV Day; RV Day
DateJun 18, 2026
PageA3
SubjectsBoys and Girls Club of Middlebury, Jayco Inc., Thor Industries Inc.


ID103936
Title of ArticleNeighbors speak against new 72-lot Indian Creek subdivision
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionBarbara Lynch speaks out against development plans in Jefferson Township
DateJun 17, 2026
PageA1, A5
SubjectsConstruction, Housing, Infrastructure


ID103937
Title of ArticleHundreds of pets get vaccinations, microchips
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionAndrew McDonough, left, a pre-vet student Michigan State University, holds a dog still while Dr. Muhammad Shakeel administers a shot during a Community Boost event at the Elkhart Moose Lodge; Cat owners wait while veterinarians administer shots during a Community Boost event hosted by the Humane Society of Elkhart County; Dogs and their owners wait in line during a Community Boost event at the Elkhart Moose Lodge. More than 600 pets received vaccinations during the event and vochers for another 120 were distributed
DateJun 17, 2026
PageA1
SubjectsHumane Society of Elkhart County, Vaccinations


ID103938
Title of ArticleCommunity comes together after storm damage
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionVolunteers from organizations across Elkhart County pack boxes in an assembly line during the Hunger Ends Here emergency food response on Monday; The Hunger Ends Here Collaborative brought together an emergency food response volunteer team on Monday to prepare and deliver food boxes for 250 families across the county in the wake of last week’s storms;
DateJun 17, 2026
PageA1, A5
SubjectsHunger Ends Here, Storms, Power Failure


ID103939
Title of ArticleMiddlebury to dedicate vertical sundial
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionMerlin Miller poses with his vertical sundial at Krider World’s Fair Garden in Middlebury
DateJun 17, 2026
PageA3
SubjectsMiddlebury Parks and Recreation Department, Krider Garden


ID103940
Title of ArticleGoshen’s DuBois earns NLC coaching honor
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionJJ DuBois
DateJun 17, 2026
PageB2
SubjectsGoshen High School


ID103950
Title of Article100 Black Sons partners with library for Juneteenth celebration
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
DateJun 17, 2026
SubjectsElkhart Public Library, Elkhart Jazz Festival, Juneteenth


ID103931
Title of ArticleStand Down event helps veterans
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionSunny Sifuentez gets a haircut from Kaitlyn Smith while mom Desirae offers him snacks at the Military Veteran Stand Down event at Oxbow Park Koty Flora, a driver for Cultivate Food Rescue, loads fresh fruit into attendees’ vehicles during Elkhart County’s Military Stand Down; Operation BBQ Relief served 250 meals to attendees and volunteers Saturday during Elkhart County’s Military Stand Down at Oxbow Park
DateJun 16, 2026
PageA1, A6
SubjectsVeterans, Ox Bow County Park


ID103932
Title of ArticleRhapsody returns to Island Park
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionTest of Time performs on the main stage at Rhapsody Art and Music Festival; Cade Dorsch splatters paint onto paper at an art station in the family area during the Rhapsody Art and Music Festival on Island Park in Elkhart; Audience members get a close look at a lamprey during a presentation on local river life by the Elkhart-South Bend Aquatic Community Monitoring Program during the Rhapsody Art and Music Festival
DateJun 16, 2026
PageA1, A3
SubjectsRhapsody Arts and Music Festival, Island Park


ID103933
Title of ArticleConcord honors spring athletes
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionSome of the Concord award winners pose for a picture. Front row from left: Brynn Weirich, Allison DeFreese, Esmeralda Perez, Kendall Hodge, Cheyenne Collins. Second row: Jacob Hernandez, Deangelo Lucas, Myles Jones, Alex Kridler, Parker Nyikos. Third row: Bri Koontz, Ellie Krause, Nathan Potter, Savannah Phillips, Gabby Light
DateJun 16, 2026
PageB2
SubjectsConcord High School, Awards


ID103929
Title of ArticleCity implements artificial intelligence tool
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionMadrigal
DateJun 13, 2026
PageA1
SubjectsCity of Elkhart, Artificial Intelligence (AI)


ID103924
Title of ArticleStorms cause widespread outages
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
Picture CaptionPeople clean up a large tree down on Mishawaka Road in Elkhart on Friday morning following destructive storms that took place Thursday night; Damaged tree branches lie on a street in Elkhart on Thursday following a severe weather system in the area.
DateJun 13, 2026
PageA1
SubjectsStorms, Weather


ID103925
Title of ArticleState seeks injunction to stop Goshen daycare
SourceElkhart Truth
LocationMicrofilm - Reference Desk
DateJun 13, 2026
PageA1
SubjectsGoshen, Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA)