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Valpo
Thursday, January 1st, 2026
Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 1st of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Brothers Breakfast and Lunch, a traditional Greek diner spun off from Round the Clock, is set to open soon in Valpo (bringing its storied Greek tradition to local diners). NWI Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lubeznik Center for the Arts will host its First Friday open mic night soon + local performers are invited to share their work at the center. NWI Times
- ➤ Valpo.Life highlighted 2025’s top entertainment events, including the city’s takeover of the historic Memorial Opera House, a whiskey and weddings bridal show, a free summer concert series, and the annual Popcorn Fest (bringing neighbors together) that showcased the city’s vibrant cultural scene. Valpo Life
- ➤ Across Northwest Indiana, microbreweries are on the rise and creating a vibrant craft beer culture as long-standing favorites like Three Floyds (Munster) are joined by newcomers like Hunter’s Brewing, inviting residents from nearby Porter and Lake counties to explore new brews. PanoramaNOW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Taylor Minter changed her path from pre-med to nursing after her mom suggested she try it and now works as a nurse extern at Methodist Hospitals' Northlake campus, providing hands-on care for local patients & advocating for underrepresented community members. NWI.LIFE
- ➤ Northwest Health is hosting a free seminar (about weight loss surgery and GLP-1 medications) on Monday, Jan. 19 at its Porter location on E. U.S. Highway 6. Dr. Andrew Martin will explain bariatric surgery benefits along with recovery and lifestyle impacts. Valpo Life
- ➤ Hunting season safety tips urge local enthusiasts to follow guidelines to avoid falls from elevated deer stands. Officials stress that careful preparation will help hunters reduce injuries and enjoy a safe experience. NWI Times
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Veterans of Comedy
7-10 p.m. — Art Theater — $25 General Admission — Enjoy a night of laughter hosted by Alex Ortiz with featured performances from Zako Ryan, Kirk Mchenry, and Robert Day.
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Bad Momz of Comedy
7-10 p.m. — Memorial Opera House — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughter with the amazing Bad Momz of Comedy as seen on the Kelly Clarkson Show.
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Vision Book Workshop
5:30 p.m. — Cooks Corners School — Free entry — Create a vision for your life through collaging images and affirmations.
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Art: Paint and Pour
5-7 p.m. — Valparaiso Public Library — Registration required — Create a funky painting while enjoying your favorite beverage in a relaxed atmosphere.
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PCMGA Gardening Show
8 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Porter County Fairgrounds — $10 entry, children under 12 free — Celebrate your love for gardening with door prizes and community spirit.
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