Mike Murrell
ReporterMike Murrell joined the WVPE family in August of 2024. Mike is in his second career in journalism and broadcasting, since retiring from the Army after 20 years of service. Mike is originally from Dayton, Ohio, but calls Elkhart his home. Mike has a master's degree in Military Science from the Air Force's War College, a bachelor's degree in broadcasting from Goshen College, and a bachelor's degree in history from Excelsior University. Mike is an avid Cincinnati Reds, Cincinnati Bengals, Arizona State Sun Devils, and Florida Panthers fan. He lives in Elkhart with his wife, Jen. Mike enjoys rooting on his favorite teams, traveling, and playing bass guitar.
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City officials cut a ceremonial metal ribbon Monday to celebrate the grand opening of Elkhart’s redesigned western gateway at Exit 92 off the Indiana Toll Road. -
The Boys & Girls Club of the Northern Indiana Corridor is one of just five organizations statewide receiving support through the “Expanding What Works” grant. -
Nearly 2,000 demonstrators gathered Saturday afternoon in Jon Hunt Memorial Plaza as part of the nationwide No Kings protest. -
Protesters in communities across the region are preparing to rally Saturday as part of a national day of action organized under the banner “No Kings." -
Juneteenth events are planned throughout Michiana this week and weekend, offering opportunities to celebrate freedom, culture and community. -
The Humane Society of Elkhart County has installed a self-serve microchip scanner at Studebaker Park in Elkhart, offering a new way to help lost pets return home. -
The future of South Bend’s school leadership dominated Monday night’s school board meeting, with calls for the official termination of former superintendent Todd Cummings. -
Drivers across northern Indiana are facing a growing list of traffic delays as major road construction projects get underway for the summer. -
While LGBTQ+ organizations across the country face increasing political and financial pressures, the OutCenter of Southwest Michigan is not only surviving—it’s thriving. -
The University of Notre Dame has partnered with Ancora, a Washington-based investment firm, to begin development on the Tech and Talent District.
