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Porter County Recycling collaborates with Valparaiso Public Library to offer a no-cost repair event for various items, underlining the importance of reuse.

The 19th Annual Gardening Show on January 25, 2025, at Porter County Expo Center features expert seminars and over 100 vendors, aiming to benefit gardeners of all levels.

The Times recaps key local news, including a vigil for a closing Quiznos in Valparaiso, Nippon Steel's production capacity guarantee, increased New Year's Eve police patrols, and a public ceremony to bless Lake Michigan.

A 26-year-old man from Valparaiso was arrested for DUI after crashing into a parked vehicle in Portage, exhibiting a blood alcohol level nearly three times the legal limit.

Indiana's teacher salaries surpassed $60,000 for the first time in the 2023-24 school year, showing an increase from the previous year and highlighting ongoing efforts to improve educator compensation.

Porter County Government has launched an Opioid Crisis Committee to distribute $125,000 annually from 2025 to 2038 to local entities for combating opioid addiction.

Comfort Dog Visits at the Library

PCPLS collaborates with LLC K-9 Comfort Dog to offer monthly visits with Caleb the Comfort Dog at the library, providing a comforting experience for community members.

Harlem Globetrotters Live at Valparaiso University

The Harlem Globetrotters will showcase their unique basketball skills and entertaining performances at Valparaiso University's ARC, featuring exclusive VIP experiences and merchandise.