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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 […]

Journey to 1,000 books: We’re going streaking!

Editor’s note: This is the fourth part in a series documenting one parent’s approach to 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten. Part 1 can be found here Part 2 can be found here […]

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.

Journey to 1,000 books: Book Bundles add titles

Editor’s note: This is the third part in a series documenting one parent’s approach to 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten. Part 1 can be found here Part 2 can be found here […]

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.

Holiday gift guide from Consumer Reports

Get a jump on your holiday shopping with some help from Elkhart Public Library and the Digital Library. Consumer Reports, available through the EPL Digital Library has the information smart […]

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 […]

Introducing Book Bundles: Selections for your child

We know many families are missing the ability to browse the library shelves, especially those who check out lots of books for young children. We’ve created a way to get […]

Journey to 1,000 Books: Reading to 300

Editor’s note: This is the second part in a series documenting one parent’s approach to 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten. Part 1 can be found here. The first hundred came and […]