South Bend to host Mural Mania
For five days in July, six artists will be painting six murals in South Bend as part of Downtown South Bend’s annual Mural Mania, a celebration of public art in the community.
Place making
Block Grant to fund riverfront music event
Greenleaf Condominiums residents are using an award from Elkhart’s Vibrant Communities Block Grant program to plan an evening of music along the St. Joseph River June 27.
Michigan City to host artist in residence
The Lubeznik Center for the Arts is bringing Bernard Williams, sculptor and painter, to Michigan City’s Uptown Arts District as artist-in-residence from mid-June through August.
Ancon Construction earns community award
The Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce presented the Fairbanks Award to Ancon Construction in recognition of its contribution to the beautification of Elkhart County.
La Porte earns high marks in national rankings
The City of La Porte received national recognition from USA Today and Bottom Line Magazine for its quality of place, history, scenery, recreation and affordability.
Elkhart county block grants underway
Elkhart County’s Vibrant Communities Block Grant program is now accepting submissions for proposals, with the goal of enhancing the county one neighborhood block at a time.
Elkhart County Area Guide released
Elkhart County Convention & Visitors Bureau released its 2025 area guide featuring events, destinations, historical milestones and new amentites in the county this year.
Little BIG Idea Grant announces winner
Elkhart’s Little BIG Idea Grant program awarded $500 to Rebekah Whirledge of Goshen to fund her idea of a Halloween book giveaway event.
Business recognition nominations open
The Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber is looking for outstanding individuals and businesses in the community for their 2025 Business Recognition Awards.
Elkhart’s Quilt Gardens earn recognition
Elkhart County’s Quilt Gardens earned Best of the Best recognition from the American Bus Association’s Destinations, a travel guide to destinations across North America.