The Indiana Department of Transportation announces that SR 19 (Main Street) is scheduled to close at 6 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 18, due to The Nappanee Apple Festival. The closure will be in effect through Monday, Sept. 23.

The closure is between Lincoln Street and U.S. 6 (Market Street). The detour is CR 1350 North to CR 700 West/CR7 to U.S. 6. The road will reopen by noon on Monday.

INDOT wants all drivers, event participants and their families to stay safe on the roads. It is important that drivers plan for additional time, maintain a safe speed and be alert for changing road conditions during festival and fair season. To check highway conditions before departing, visit TrafficWise.in.gov or indot.in.gov for links to the latest INDOT news and information.