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Library bookmobile: Elkhart pioneered, and now reinvented
The library bookmobile has roots right here in Elkhart. A century later, it's now the vehicle for Free Books to Feed Minds.
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The best newspaperman Ernie Pyle ever knew called Elkhart home
Ernie Pyle was a legendary writer, but he often told friends the best newsman he knew worked in Elkhart, Ind.
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Jazz fest delivered fantastic high notes at ill-fated Midway Motor Lodge
The hotel never quite delivered on its promise, but it gave life to the city's biggest event.
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Palm Sunday tornadoes revealed Huffman’s strong will and steady hand
The Palm Sunday tornadoes brought death and destruction to Indiana in 1965. The photographer capturing that history had a story of his own.
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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…
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Al and Helen Free understood science and changed the world
Meet Al and Helen Free. They raised six kids, committed themselves to educating youth, served the community, and changed the world.
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