On The Beat
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Welcome to On The Beat. This is your source for interesting stories and interviews about what matters in Elkhart and Elkhart County — especially those you may not otherwise get. Join us as we chat with business leaders, political representatives, community leaders, keepers of the area’s history and sometimes just someone with a story to tell. We’re putting the spotlight on the innovative and dynamic community that is Elkhart County.
All Episodes
110921 Thanksgiving Nutrition and Vive Recipes
Tommie Lee speaks On The Beat with dietician Preeti Bansal Kshirsagar about how to stay healthy during the Thanksgiving holiday, and she even shares a couple of recipe ideas for beverages that can accentuate your get-together. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy[...]
110321 Salvation Army
Wednesday is the annual Salvation Army Kettle Kickoff in Elkhart. Their Wayne Benedict speaks with Tommie about the work they do for and with the community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
101121 Audubon Event
Wednesday at the Potawatomi Zoo, Great Lakes Audubon and The Audubon Society of South Bend-Elkhart hosted Birds & Brews, a chance to meet other bird enthusiasts while learning about the latest conservation efforts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
100821 Greater Elkhart Chamber
The day after Amazon announced two big investments coming to Elkhart County, Tommie spoke with Chamber President/CEO Levon Johnson about the impact. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
091721 Greater Elkhart Chamber
Chamber President and CEO talks with Tommie Lee to break down some of the things happening in the economy in and around Elkhart, including Hotel Elkhart, infrastructure projects...and the elusive "Project Winnie." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
091621 Railroad Museum
Matt Hughey of the National New York Central Railroad Museum in Elkhart tells Tommie about a special Rock The Rails event this weekend that benefits a new children's area at the museum. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
091621 Alzheimers Walk
The Walk to End Alzheimer's is happening this weekend in Mishawaka, and organizer Abby Geha tells us about how you can help her no longer have to do this job by supporting research. Click here for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener[...]
091521 Premier Arts – Aristocats
Premier Arts Director of Education Ashlea Harrington talks with Tommie about this weekend's special youth performances of The Aristocats at The Lerner Theatre, and about the upcoming Fall semester. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rainbow Farm 20th Anniversary on ABC57
Tuesday was the 20th anniversary of an incident between law enforcement and the residents of Rainbow Farm in Cass County, who were advocates for the legalization of marijuana and held frequent events promoting its use. Reporters Tiffany Salameh and Tim[...]
Job Fair at The Lerner Theatre
Michelle Frank spoke with Tommie Lee about the job fair that's happening Wednesday at The Lerner, as well as other upcoming events. You can learn more at https://thelerner.com/job-fair/. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
BBB: Watch out for Selfie Scams
Marjorie Stephens of the Better Business Bureau says there are a number of scams being reported in Northern Indiana right now involving selfies that are used to protect your identity on some social media platforms...but at the same time, enabling[...]
081221 Boys And Girls Club BBQ Brews Fest
Saturday, August 14th is a special day for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Elkhart County...and for anyone who enjoys burgers. On The Beat host Tommie Lee from The Hart 1340/101.9 talks with Jim Pinkerton about BBQ and Brews Fest.[...]
Soup Of Success
Soup of Success is providing support to women in need in Elkhart. Here's a discussion of what they do, and how you can help. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Elkhart Education Foundation and Elkhart FD are teaming up for a School Supply Drive
During August, the Foundation and the Fire Department are looking to provide support for area educators ahead of another busy school year. They're looking to stockpile many of the items teachers have to pay out of pocket for each year[...]
Kate’s Kart
Kate's Kart is an organization that delivers reading materials, coloring books, and comfort to children (and their families) in northeast Indiana. You can help them grow. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
ADEC prepares to expand into Elkhart
Host Tommie Lee talks with Troy Smith and Dr. Donna Belusar of ADEC, an agency that provides services and supports to families that are struggling with developmental disabilities. Soon, ADEC will be expanding in Elkhart County. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy[...]
Elkhart’s Hall of Heroes Superhero Museum
Host Tommie Lee talks with Allan Stewart of the Hall of Heroes about how the popular Elkhart attraction is bouncing back from the pandemic shutdown, the upcoming Comic Con in the city, and more. From On The Beat, Aug 3rd[...]
Mondays With Mayor Roberson – Aug 2 2021
Mayor Roberson talks with host Tommie Lee about READI Grants, a recent shooting, the future of The Tolson, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coach Kurth Tribute Show for On The Beat 080521
With thanks to Carl Stutsman for his interview with Coach Kurth earlier this year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
BBB: RV Season is Underway
Marjorie Stephens of The Better Business Bureau of Northern Indiana has a number of tips to make sure you make the most out of your RV travels this summer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sports Update with The Elkhart Truth’s Ken Fox
Ken Fox joins us to talk about the potential benefits of 5A sports to our area schools, the importance of Freshman Football programs, Chicago baseball, the Olympics...and the new name of Cleveland's Baseball team. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Greater Elkhart Chamber – There’s a lot happening in Elkhart
Levon Johnson, the President & CEO of the Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce, talks with Tommie Lee about what's going on in and around Elkhart this summer, and beyond. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Tolson Center will salute the past and look ahead to the future this weekend
Tommie Lee talks with Cyneatha Millsaps from The Tolson Center about a very special Reunion event. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Make plans to enjoy a great boat regatta in Cass County
July 24th will see the return of The Michiana Inner Lake MC Regatta. Jon Zimney spoke with Jim Ward and Jackie McGowski about the event. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Audubon Society says you should still avoid feeding the birds in your backyard
Tommie Lee chats with Marnie Urso from The Audubon Society about the latest details surrounding the mysterious illnesses and deaths among birds in our part of the country. She says there are still far more questions than answers. See omnystudio.com/listener[...]
Are We Alone?
Tommie Lee is joined On The Beat by ABC 57 reporter Tiffany Salameh to discuss her report about UFOs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mondays with the Mayor Episode 15
Tommie Lee has his first chat with Elkhart Mayor Rod Roberson and they touch on several subjects, including recent COVID-19 developments and potential changes at the Elkhart Police Department. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 19th, 2021 – The Mackinac Bridge and The Potawatomi Zoo
Tommie Lee welcomes his mother On The Beat, because she was in one of the vehicles waiting to cross the bridge during a tense bomb scare situation over the weekend in northern Michigan. He also talks with Josh Sisk from[...]
July 15th, 2021 – Humane Society
Janet Graham of The Elkhart County Humane Society is only too happy to introduce you a potential new member of your family. She talks to Tommie Lee On The Beat about the overpopulation at their facility. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy[...]
July 14th, 2021 – The Hopebridge Autism Center
Chris Sutton from The Hopebridge Autism Center joins Tommie Lee On The Beat to talk about Elkhart's future autism center. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
July 13th, 2021 – Bristol 2030
On The Beat host Tommie Lee speaks with Bristol Town Manager Mike Yoder about the recent plan to take Bristol into the next decade. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Meet the new host of On The Beat, Tommie Lee
Tommie Lee took over as the host of On The Beat on July 6th, 2021. Here is his first segment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Monday’s with the Mayor Episode 14: Elkhart Jazz Fest and Economic Diversity
Host Carl Stutsman welcomes Elkhart Mayor Rod Roberson for their usual weekly segment to talk about what's happening around town. This week they focus on the upcoming Elkhart Jazz Festival and talk about what it takes to diversify Elkhart's economy[...]
June 16th 2021: The Music Village- Fathers Day is Here!
Host Carl Stutsman welcomes regular guests from the Music Village in Board Member Bill Schmitt and Executive Director Josh Aerie. This week they talk about special fathers day presents from TMV in the form of "Fathers Day Serenades" that can[...]
The Elkhart Municipal Band is back!
Host Carl Stutsman welcomes Elkhart Municipal Band Director Dave Swihart to the program to talk about the group and their long history. Swihart walks Carl through the bands performances and explains their unique position as one of only a few[...]
Elkhart Jazz Fest: Jim Catalano
As part of his week long coverage of the Jazz Festival host Carl Stutsman welcomes percussionist Jim Catalano to talk about his involvement in the event. Jim is a well known performer that has been with the Jazz Festival since[...]
Elkhart Jazz Festival: Kris Brownlee
As part of his week long coverage of the Jazz Festival host Carl Stutsman welcome saxophonist and Talent Coordinator Kris Brownlee to talk about his involvement in the event. Kris is a well known performer that is part of several[...]
Elkhart County’s own is the new Ms. Indiana for America!
Carl Stutsman is joined by Amelia Dean, recently crowned Ms. Indiana for America 2021. Amelia walks Carl through her pageant experience and what led her to compete. They talk about her passions for childhood literacy and expectations for the months[...]
Elkhart Public Library Issues Summer Reading Challenge!
The challenge is to read everyday, and Marketing Director Trevor Wendzonka walks listeners through how the challenge works. Participants have the opportunity to win small prizes along the way as they progress and win big prizes at the end! He[...]
Supply Chain Trouble with Tom Stout
Tom Stout with Burston Marketing joins the program to talk about difficulties in the national supply chain. As a marketing expert Tom walks through why there has been such a disruption and how it is effecting businesses far and wide. [...]
6-8 Bil Murray Vibrancy Survey
Host Carl Stutsman welcomes Vibrant Communities Project Manager Bil Murray to the program to talk about the new community engagement survey that has been sent to Elkhart County residents. Murray talks about the goals of the survey and previous actions[...]
May 26th 2021 The Music Village: Meet the Staff
Host Carl Stutsman is joined by representatives from the Music Village to talk about the organizations mission to support musical education around Michiana. Joining the program is regular guest Bill Schmidt, along with TMV Administrative Assistant Connie Wendt and Chairman[...]
Tracking in the Shadows: Saving Mans Best Friend
Tracking in the Shadows Volunteer McKenzie Yoder joins On the Beat to discuss their ongoing mission to rescue dogs on the run around Michiana. Yoder shares some of her own stories including that of her personal pet who went from[...]
Monday’s with the Mayor Episode 13: Public Safety and Potpourri
Carl Stutsman is joined by Elkhart Mayor Rod Roberson for their weekly segment. In this episode the two discuss public safety downtown along with a host of other issues effecting the city. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
June 9th, 2020 The Music Village and the Jammers
On the Beat Host Carl Stutsman welcomes representatives from The Music Village that includes Executive Director Josh Aerie and Board Member Bill Schmidt along with a musician guest. During this edition TMV talks about their "Jammers" a group of volunteer[...]
Mondays with the….Muir?
Elkhart County 4H Fair GM Miranda Muir joins Carl for his normal Mondays with the Mayor segment to talk about the fair. Miranda talks about the concert lineup, changes to ticketing, and mitigation efforts that will be ongoing during the[...]
Fix Salon is Spreading the Love
Elkhart Salon owner Julene Jackson joins the program to talk about her businesses efforts to give back to the community however they can. Fix Salon and Spa operates a philanthropic aspect that has in years past raked leaves, given free[...]
When Calls the Heart, A Stutzman Original
Roundbarn Theatre Director and Barns of Nappanee co-owner Christy Stutzman joins On the Beat to talk about a musical she wrote, When Calls the Heart. Based on a Canadian novel series Stutzman wrote and developed the music herself along with[...]
Premiere Arts Back in Action!
Premiere Arts Education Director Ashlea Harrington joins the program to talk about upcoming shows with Premiere Arts and preview some of their summer camps that will be open to children start at age 5. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Combining Special Needs Care with Traditional Childcare
Guest Bridgette Chambers, a Middlebury mom with a special needs child, talks about her plan to design and build a new child care facility that would be one stop shopping for families with special needs children. Designer Space, as it[...]
Making Sense of New Child Tax Credit Laws
On the Beat Host Carl Stutsman talks with Mike Bernard of Korhorn Financial about changes tot eh Child Care Tax Credit and the Child Tax Credit. What may confuse some taxpayers is that one of those will mean money directly[...]
Merging Early Life Education with Late Life Dementia care
On the Beat Host Carl Stutsman talks with Patrick Pingle with Hubbard Hill about new efforts to combine their Wisdom Center with the Early Learning Center of Granger Community Church. Pingle explains why bringing the two together is beneficial for[...]
May 18th 2021. The Music Village: Music Lessons on the Web
On the Beat Host Carl Stutsman is joined by representatives from the Music Village including Executive Director Josh Aerie, Board Member Bill Schmidt, and a musician guest. In todays interview they discuss the challenges that come with remote teaching, and[...]
June 2nd 2021, The Music Village- A Return to Normal and Upcoming Camps
On the Beat Host Carl Stutsman is joined by representatives from the Music Village including Executive Director Josh Aerie, Board Member Bill Schmidt, and a musician guest. In todays interview they discuss TMV returning to Normal and promote summer camps[...]
Flock of Siegel; catching up with the sheriff
Host Carl Stutsman welcomes Sheriff Jeff Siegel onto the show for the first time. The two talk about managing COVID spread at the jail, and keeping officers safe on the street. They also talk employment barriers as the department needs[...]
Long live the Queen!
Host Carl Stutsman talks with Tom Shoff, manager of the Elkhart River Queen, about how the ship is doing early in the season. As it prepares to hit the water Shoff talks about effects of the pandemic on the queen,[...]
The History of Industry in Elkhart County
Host Carl Stutsman and Curator of Education Patrick McGuire from the Elkhart County Historical Museum talk about upcoming events at the museum. They also discuss the history of industry in Elkhart and how it came to shape how the region[...]
The Quilt Gardens and Marketing Elkhart County
Host Carl Stutsman talks with Terry Mark from the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau about what's going on around the county now that spring has sprung. Terry previews The Quilt Gardens and talks about what it takes to market[...]
Happy Birthday Captain America!
Host Carl Stutsman catches up with The Hall of Heroes Super Hero Museum Founder Allen Stewart as they prepare for a big event celebrating the birthday of Captain America. The event includes a celebrity appearance and a memorial to one[...]
Business of the Week: The Vine
Host Carl Stutsman and Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce President LeVon Johnson welcome The Vine in Elkhart as their business of the week. Owner Jeanne Kern talks about the restaurant, how they got started, and what goes into making their[...]
Extra credit for students is saving parents millions in Elkhart
Host Carl Stutsman talks with Gail Draper, Director of Counseling at Elkhart Schools, about their dual credit programs. The Dual Credit program allows students in certain classes to earn college credits alongside their usual high school credits. These classes mean[...]
The Taste of Elkhart is looking for the best food in town
Host Carl Stutsman is joined by Elkhart Assistant Director of Economic Development Ashley Elsasser and Communications Assistant Mayra Garcia to talk about the recently announced Taste of Elkhart that will be happening this fall. The event is a food vendor[...]
What makes you curious? The Elkhart Public Library wants to know
Host Carl Stutsman catches up with Trevor Wendzonka from the Elkhart Public Library as they wrap up their Curiosity Survey of residents in Elkhart County. The survey is designed to gauge what makes resident want to engage with the library[...]
Business of the Week: DG Visionaries
Host Carl Stutsman and Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce President LeVon Johnson welcome Derald Gray to the program. He is the owner of DG Visionaries, a local company that does videography for weddings and other events. Derald talks about going[...]
Getting Back to Work and More from DC with Rep. Jackie Walorski
2nd district Rep. Jackie Walorski updates host Carl Stutsman on her latest efforts in Washington D.C. This includes a call to end extended unemployment payments to incentivize people to get back to work. She also discusses the massive infrastructure bill[...]
Monday with the Mayor Episode 12: Racial barriers to the vaccine and Elkhart potpourri
Host Carl Stutsman and Elkhart Mayor Rod Roberson join up for their weekly segment. This Monday they talk about the vaccine and how the city has been working to identify barriers between it and local minority communities. They also run[...]
The Plauts Family Secret: A legacy of giving, selflessness, and surviving genocide
In one of the best stories to come out of Michiana in recent years Steve Gruber, a descendant of the Plauts family, tells the story of how his grandfather and great-grandfather helped rescue Germans Jews ahead of the holocaust. This[...]
Healthy Rivers and Unique Fishies
Host Carl Stutsman gets teh rundown on Elkhart's waterways from City Aquatic Biologist Daragh Deegan. Daragh's job revolves largely around battling the impression that our rivers are dirty and polluted, something that hasn't been the case for decades. The proof[...]
RV Industry Going Strong;Education is the Future
Host Carl Stutsman and RV Industry Association Executive Director Curtis Hemmler discuss the health of the RV Industry as the pandemic winds down. The industry as a whole has seen a massive boom, but there continues to be a huge[...]
ElkLogics; student focused competitive robot building
Host Carl Stutsman talks with Nick Siedl, engineering teacher at Elkhart School's, and coach of ElkLogics. Elk Logics is Elkhart's Robotics team that allows students at the high school level to build and compete with robots on an international level.[...]
The Barns at Nappanee: Opening up the Roundbarn
Host Carl Stutsman talks with owner operator Christy Stutzman from the Barns at Nappanee as they open up for their spring season. Christy, who heads up the Round Barn Theater, walks listeners through the performance schedule and the changes that[...]
The Barns at Nappanee: Opening up the Round Barn Theater
Host Carl Stutsman talks with owner operator Christy Stutzman from the Barns at Nappanee as they open up for their spring season. Christy, who heads up the Round Barn Theater, walks listeners through the performance schedule and the changes that[...]
Elkhart High School’s spring sports have started
Host Carl Stutsman and Athletic Director Brian Buckley talk about the spring sports season. Last year spring sports were cut short or cancelled entirely due to the pandemic, and it's Elkhart first season as a unified high school. Brian offers[...]
Monday with the Mayor Episode 10: COVID Mitigation and the Elkhart Referendum
As part of their weekly Monday with the Mayor feature Carl Stutsman and Elkhart Mayor rod Roberson catch up on issues around the city. This week they talk about the ongoing effort to get more people vaccinated around the city,[...]
Michiana Small Businesses Have Friends on Facebook
Host Carl Stutsman welcomes Andi Swanson back to the program, she is the founder of the Michiana Small Business FB page that has gained thousands of followers over the past several weeks. Her goal is to create a positive resource[...]
Monday with the Mayor Episode 11: More on COVID and Opening Elkhart for Events
Host Carl Stutsman and Elkhart Mayor Rod Roberson join up for another Monday with the Mayor. Mayor Roberson gives updates on the latest regarding COVID positivity rates, mitigation efforts, and preparing the city to host events in 2021.
Single game tickets up for sale!
Host Carl Stutsman talks with South Bend Cubs president Joe Hart as the team opens up its single game ticket sales. They also discuss other events at the ballpark and the teams relationship with the surrounding community.
Business of the Week: Bella’s Boutique
Host Carl Stutsman and Greater Elkhart Area Chamber President Levon Johnson welcome the owners of Bella's Boutique for this week's episode. They walk Carl through the process of operations in a fashion based business, talk trends, marketing, and customer service.[...]
Spring has arrived at the Wellfield Botanic Gardens
Host Carl Stutsman talks with Wellfield Director Eric Garton about how the gardens are faring to start the 2021 spring season. The two discuss features of the property, ongoing events, upcoming events, and what makes the ground so unique.
Women of Elkhart: Michelle Frank
On the Beat host Carl Stutsman took the week of March 23rd to highlighting prominent women around Elkhart and their contributions to the community. For this episode of the Women of Elkhart Carl talks with show regular Michelle Frank. Michelle[...]
Women of Elkhart: Mom
On the Beat host Carl Stutsman took the week of March 23rd to highlighting prominent women around Elkhart and their contributions to the community. For this episode of the Women of Elkhart Carl talks with Mom...specifically his mom. Since Carl[...]
Women of Elkhart: Lisa Carreno
On the Beat host Carl Stutsman took the week of March 23rd to highlighting prominent women around Elkhart and their contributions to the community. For this episode of the Women of Elkhart Carl talks with Lisa Carreno, Director of the[...]
Women of Elkhart: Ashley Elsasser
On the Beat host Carl Stutsman took the week of March 23rd to highlighting prominent women around Elkhart and their contributions to the community. For this episode of the Women of Elkhart Carl talks with Ashley Elsasser, Assistant Director for[...]
Women of Elkhart: Summer Lewis
On the Beat host Carl Stutsman took the week of March 23rd to highlighting prominent women around Elkhart and their contributions to the community. For this episode of the Women of Elkhart Carl talks with Summer Lewis, co-owner of Iechyd[...]
Women of Elkhart: Tonda Hines
On the Beat host Carl Stutsman took the week of March 23rd to highlighting prominent women around Elkhart and their contributions to the community. For this episode of the Women of Elkhart Carl talks with Elkhart Common Council Member Tonda[...]
Women of Elkhart: Ashley Molyneaux
On the Beat host Carl Stutsman took the week of March 23rd to highlighting prominent women around Elkhart and their contributions to the community. For this episode of the Women of Elkhart Carl talks with Ashley Molyneaux from the Elkhart[...]
Women of Elkhart: Dr. Bethany Wait
On the Beat host Carl Stutsman took the week of March 23rd to highlighting prominent women around Elkhart and their contributions to the community. For this episode of the Women of Elkhart Carl talks with Elkhart County Health Officer Dr.[...]
Women of Elkhart: Suzie Weirick
On the Beat host Carl Stutsman took the week of March 23rd to highlighting prominent women around Elkhart and their contributions to the community. For this episode of the Women of Elkhart Carl talks with Elkhart County Commissioner Suzie Weirick[...]
Women of Elkhart: Dayna Bennett
As part of his Women of Elkhart Week Carl Stutsman revisits and interview with Dayna Bennett as she transitions from the Mayors Chief of Staff to Director of Development for the city of Elkhart. She tells her story and how[...]
Elkhart, One of America’s Strongest Towns?
On the Beat! Host Carl Stutsman talks with Ashley Elsasser Assistant Director for Economic Development for the City of Elkhart, as she makes Elkhart's case as one of the strongest towns in America. Voting is underway for a contest pits[...]
Monday with the Mayor Episode 9: Director of Communications Corrine Straight-Reed and her On the Beat Debut
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman gets a surprise guest for this week's Monday with the Mayor. Corinne Straight-Reed, Elkhart's Director of Communications steps in for Mayor Roberson to discuss her role with the city, talk about her personal background,[...]
No long if, but HOW there will be an Elkhart County 4H Fair
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman talks with Elkhart County 4H Fair President Trent Hochstetler. In his second term as president after the pandemic he talks about the fair planning process and what has gone into deciding what will happen[...]
No longer if, but HOW there will be an Elkhart County 4H Fair
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman talks with Elkhart County 4H Fair President Trent Hochstetler. In his second term as president after the pandemic he talks about the fair planning process and what has gone into deciding what will happen[...]
No longer if, but HOW, there will be an Elkhart County 4H Fair
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman talks with Elkhart County 4H Fair President Trent Hochstetler. In his second term as president after the pandemic he talks about the fair planning process and what has gone into deciding what will happen[...]
Catsnip Etc Loves all the Cats No Matter What!
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman talks with Catsnip Etc, an Elkhart County organization dedicated to helping curb the feral cat population through TNR, adoption, and rehabilitation. Carl is joined by Paige Stutsman (his hesitant spouse) to talk about fostering[...]
Loveway Looking for Love with Online Auction
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman, Loveway Director Shelley Becker and Andrew Stanfield with Misty Harbor discuss an online auction to raise money for the Elkhart County organization. Becker talks about how the money supports Loveway and their mission, and[...]
Monday with the Mayor Episode 9: More talk about Vaccines, City contracts, and Enjoying Springlike Weather
On the Beat! Host Carl Stutsman and Elkhart Mayor Rod Roberson discuss more vaccine news this week and also look at some changes in the city's proposed Axon contract for the police department.
Business of the Week: Dutchmade Popcorn
As part of a new regular segment with the Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce Carl Stutsman and Chamber President Levon Johnson bring in Dutchmade Popcorn to discuss their business. Dutchmade opened its doors in downtown Elkhart mid-pandemic and the story[...]
Business of the Week: The Dutch Kernel- Elkhart
As part of a new regular segment with the Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce Carl Stutsman and Chamber President Levon Johnson bring in Dutchmade Popcorn to discuss their business. Dutchmade opened its doors in downtown Elkhart mid-pandemic and the story[...]
Premiere Arts is Ready for 2021!
On the Beat! Host Carl Stutsman talks with Premiere Arts Education Director Ashlea Harrington about their upcoming 2021 season. PA has released their schedule for the year that includes some popular titles and familiar shows that they hope will add[...]
Why so high, gas prices? Huh!?!
On the Beat! Host Carl Stutsman interviews Gasbuddy.com Head of Petroleum Analysis Patrick DeHaan as gas prices across the country continue to rise. Its a simple question why? DeHaan explains the main factors that go into fluctuating prices, and much[...]
Monday with the Mayor Episode 8: Vaccines, Honor Frontline Workers, and Elkhart Townhalls
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman and Elkhart Mayor Rod Roberson meet for their weekly segment to catch up on what is happening around Elkhart. Roberson last week received his COVID vaccine and hopes that the local minority community will[...]
Monday with the Mayor Episode 8: Vaccines, Honor Frontline Workers, and Elkhart Townhalls
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman and Elkhart Mayor Rod Roberson meet for their weekly segment to catch up on what is happening around Elkhart. Roberson last week received his COVID vaccine and hopes that the local minority community will[...]
History of the Tolson Center with Patrick McGuire
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman talks with Patrick McGuire of the Elkhart County Historical Museum ahead of their virtual event about the history of the Tolson Center in Elkhart. During the interview he gives a quick overview of the[...]
COVID Improvements and Vaccine Distribution with Dr. Bethany Wait
On the Beat! Host Carl Stutsman catches up with Elkhart Health Officer Dr. Bethany Wait to get the latest on Elkhart County's COVID numbers. It's mostly good news from Wait as the county has shown significant improvements. However, Dr. Wait[...]
Interview with an Elkhart Legend: HOF Coach Tom Kurth
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman welcomes HOF Coach Tom Kurth to the program. Coach Kurth led Elkhart Central's program for 51 years before retiring and has remained left a lasting legacy that can't be compared. Carl and coach talk[...]
Monday with the Mayor Episode 7: Elkhart Potpourri and Being a Proud Dad
On the Beat! Host Carl Stutsman and Elkhart Mayor Rod Roberson meet up for their weekly Monday with the Mayor Segment. This episode they cover a host of topics including street department workings, updates to the Elkhart Clinic, and just[...]
Let’s Play Ball! The South Bend Cubs
On the day that the South Bend Cubs announced their 2021 Schedule team president Joe Hart joined On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman to talk about the upcoming season. Hart also talks about changes made within Minor League baseball and[...]
Opening up the Lerner! A Thumbs Up for Events and Shows
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman and Director of the Lerner Theater Michelle Frank discuss recently approved plans that will allow the venue to once again host events and shows. Frank breaks down plans to start hosting live shows again[...]
It’s Tax Time! Personal Tax Tips with Patrick Lee
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman talks with CPA Patrick Lee about what people should be looking out for during tax season. They also break down how stimulus checks and extra unemployment will effect taxes for those impacted during the[...]
Monday with the Mayor Episode 6: More Legislative Agenda and Growing Up Black in Elkhart
On The Beat! host Carl Stutsman and Elkhart Mayor Rod Roberson meet up for their weekly segment. This week they discuss more of the mayor's legislative agenda and dive deeper into his Elkhart roots. The mayor discusses his life growing[...]
Soup of Success helping women get back into the workforce
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman talks with the director of Soup of Success with Church Community Services about how their program is helping local women rejoin the workforce. Soup of Success gives women in need job experience and income[...]
Horse therapy in Elkhart County a chat with LoveWay
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman talks with Shelley Becker and Arica Freshour of LoveWay about how their program is inspiring special needs children in Elkhart County through equine therapy. The program is also looking for more volunteers as their[...]
Will there be an Elkhart County 4H Fair in 2021?
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman talks with Elkhart County 4H fair General Manager Miranda Muir about whether or not there will be a fair this year. She talks about the decision making process and what all will go into[...]
The Chief expands for the first time
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman talks with The Chief owner Tracy Klopfenstein as they announced an expansion of operations for the first time in their multi-decade history. We also learn about operations during the pandemic and how they managed[...]
Monday with the Mayor Episode 5: Legislative future and new police tools
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman and Elkhart Mayor Rod Roberson join up for their weekly segment. This Monday they talk about goings on around Elkhart, what he will be proposing as part of his legislative agenda to the city,[...]
The entire History of Elkhart and whatever else we can fit into 15 minutes
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman catches up with Patrick McGuire with the Elkhart County Historical Museum in Bristol to talk about a new phenomenon from the pandemic, virtual history. Patrick along with the rest of the staff have worked[...]
Keeping our kids engaged with Five Star Life
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman talks with Seth Maust of Five Star Life about house his organization has operated during the pandemic. Maust says it has all been about innovating the way they engage children in a digital world.[...]
To Jazz or no to jazz? An interview with Rasmus Jorgensen
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman talks with Elkhart Truth report Rasmus Jorgensen about the Jazz Festival in Elkhart, and whether organizers will be able to host it this year. Rasmus spoke with multiple event leaders about its future in[...]
A phoenix in Middlebury; The Hilltop Restaurant is back open!
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman talks with The Hilltop owner Karen Miller as their restaurant reopened in Middlebury last week. Their original restaurant that stood for decades as a community icon burned to the ground in 2018. Thanks to[...]
Monday with the Mayor Episode 4: An Elkhart Post-COVID
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman and Elkhart Mayor Rod Roberson talk this week about how you prepare for running a city post pandemic. What are the difficulties in predicting the future, and how do you decide where to start?[...]
New program aims to help area employees and employers increase financial literacy
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman learns about a new program from La Casa designed to help area employers and employees learn more about handling their finances. The new LEAP program is designed to help people better prepare themselves in[...]
Another big swim event coming to downtown Elkhart, as investments start to pay off
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman talks with Grand Lakes Valley Conference Commissioner Jim Naumovich about their decision to host their 2021 and 2022 Swimming and Diving Championships at the Elkhart Health and Aquatics center. Naumovich breaks down why Elkhart[...]
Fighting COVID and expanding operations? An interview with Goshen Health
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman checks in with Goshen Health CEO and President Randy Christophel and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Daniel Nafziger. The trio talk about how the system has been handling the COVID pandemic, efforts towards immunization, and[...]
Jumbo Jelly Beans aren’t going anywhere
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman interview Mac Mcnally owner and operator of The Wakarusa Dime Store in Wakarusa and Granger. Carl checks in with the well known business after a hard 2020 battling the pandemic. McNally says that overall[...]
Monday with the Mayor Episode 3: Plans for 2021
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman is joined by Elkhart Mayor Rod Roberson for their weekly Monday with the Mayor Segment. In this episode they look at some of the best assets of Elkhart and preview his financial plans for[...]
Legislating a State and leading a congregation with State Rep. Tim Wesco
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman talks with State Rep. and Pastor Tim Wesco about being a state legislator during a pandemic and leading his congregation at the same time.
Athletics during a pandemic a conversation with Elkhart Athletic Director Brian Buckley
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman talks with Elkhart High School athletic director Brian Buckley about managing an athletic department during a pandemic, also they discuss their strategy in merging Elkhart Central and Elkhart Memorial teams into one this season.
Trevor Wendzonka and the adventures of Dewey Decimal
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman catches up with Trevor Wendzonka at the Elkhart Public Library as they have announced changes to several locations that will upgrade buildings for the next generation of library goers. They also preview an online[...]
Keeping the Lerner alive during a pandemic with Michelle Frank
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman checks with Michelle Frank at the Lerner Theater to get the scoop on how the staff and venue has faired during the pandemic. Michelle breaks down their efforts to do as much as they[...]
How to help Elkhart college kids with CARES University
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman talks with the founder of CARES University, a non-profit group that takes in donations for local students in college. Their goal is to help students with day to day needs like toiletries, snacks, and[...]
January 18th 2021: Monday with the Mayor- Elkhart Mayor Rod Roberson on MLK Jr. Day
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman talks with Elkhart Mayor Rod Roberson to answer some listener questions and discuss things around Elkhart. Being MLK jr. day Carl and the Mayor take some time to discuss race relations in the city[...]
From nearly dead to county health officer an interview with Dr. Bethany Wait
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman interviews Elkhart County Health Officer Dr. Bethany Wait for the first time. Dr. Wait, who recently took the position, nearly died from COVID in 2020. She tells the story of her recovery, why she[...]
Taking care of Elkhart’s kids during the pandemic with Ashley Molyneaux
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman talks with Ashley Molyneaux with the Elkhart Education Foundation about their ongoing efforts to ensure students a positive learning environment during the pandemic
Elkhart: A business climate built to survive
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman talks with Great Elkhart Chamber of Commerce President Levon Johnon about the business climate and Elkhart and how it has fared during the pandemic. With a positive look back and an optimistic look forward[...]
Monday with the Mayor Episode 1- Welcome to the New Year
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman welcomes Elkhart Mayor Rod Roberson for the shows first edition of Monday with the Mayor. This week they look back on the successes and challenges of 2020 and forward the plans for 2021. Roberson[...]
A New Years update on Elkhart County’s COVID crisis
On the Beat! Host Carl Stutsman gets the rundown on how the battle against COVID is going in Elkhart County with Emergency Management Director Jen Tobey. Jen provides her insight on mitigation efforts and the ongoing process of vaccinating residents.
A New Years update on Elkhart County’s COVID crisis with Jen Tobey
On the Beat! Host Carl Stutsman gets the rundown on how the battle against COVID is going in Elkhart County with Emergency Management Director Jen Tobey. Jen provides her insight on mitigation efforts and the ongoing process of vaccinating residents.[...]
Bringing good food to The Barns at Nappanee
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman talks with The Barns at Nappanee owner Marlin Stutzman about a new restaurant he has added to the venue. Marlin also discusses surviving the pandemic after buying the business just weeks ahead of the[...]
What’s up with the Stimulus? An interview with Congresswoman Jackie Walorski
On the Beat! host Carl Stutsman interviews Indiana's 2nd Congressional District Representative Jackie Walorski about what's going on with the latest round of stimulus talks? Will Americans get their $2,000, and where does she stand? Aslo, what is Jackie looking[...]