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EPL assists with David Robinson Reading Room
When Robert Taylor, president of 100 Black Sons, was looking to open a place for the community inside the Roosevelt Center, he knew what he wanted. A place for education. […]
Summer Reading grows with families
After six summers of being in the Summer Reading Challenge, Brittney Pickett knows what’s changed with her kids. Clay, now age 10, and Adeline, now age 7, now read to her. Brittney used to be able to choose any book. Now, the kids are picky about […]
Summer Reading Challenge includes adults in 2026
Rebecca Steffen needs no motivation to read. The retired executive assistant says she usually has three or four books going at a time on her Libby app. That includes the title she’s reading for the […]
Immigrants in Northern Indiana face complex system
Thousands of immigrant families live and work in Elkhart County. For many, navigating the United States’ immigration system is not only complex — it is deeply personal. At the Center […]
Free tacos, pizza and more motivates kids to read, managers say
Steve Olinger feels good when a free pizza leaves his restaurant, Freshieez. Providing 2,000 free pizzas for EPL’s Summer Reading Challenge means kids are happy and reading. “It’s the joy of seeing […]
Ten Commandments and four years debating the First Amendment
The unveiling of the Ten Commandments monument at Elkhart’s city hall was worth a headline at the top of the following day’s newspaper. For 40 years of days and 40 […]
Things to do during spring break in Elkhart
With most local schools on spring break during the first full week of April, families staying local are looking for things to do. Luckily, Elkhart Public Library has a packed […]
Osolo Branch remains accessible during Bristol Street construction
City of Elkhart officials announced the 2026 road improvement schedule for Bristol Street, which may disrupt regular travel routes to the Osolo Branch throughout the summer. However, the branch will […]
