Goshen, Indiana

Goshen, Indiana is a town of 29,383 people (As of the 2000 census). It is located about 100 miles east of Chicago, Illinois and 30 miles east of South Bend, Indiana in north-central Indiana. It is the county seat of Elkhart county. The town's preferred nickname is the Maple City.

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2000 - Chicago, Illinois - South Bend, Indiana - Indiana - County seat - Elkhart county

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In 2005, the Mayor is Allan Kauffman.

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2005 - Mayor

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It is primarily known as a center of manufacturing for recreational vehicles and accessories. It is also home to Goshen College, a nationally recognized liberal arts college.

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Recreational vehicle - Goshen College

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On December 6, 2001, Goshen was in the national news due to a shooting at Nu-Wood. While initial reports said that 35 people had been shot, the actual facts were that the gunman, Robert Wissman killed one co-worker (plant general manager Greg Oswald), wounded 6 others, and took his own life.

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December 6 - 2001 - Nu-Wood

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