Daily
Valpo
Saturday, January 10th, 2026
Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ USW Local 7-1 is negotiating a new contract with BP Whiting Refinery, one of the region's largest industrial employers. The talks will look to secure better benefits for workers & keep operations steady. NWI Times
- ➤ Crossroads Chamber has opened nominations for its 6th Annual Business Excellence Awards scheduled for March 12 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Dean and Barbara White Center + community members can now nominate local businesses and leaders who drive regional growth. NWI.LIFE
- ➤ Catch 22 Table & Tap offers fresh catering packages for dine-in and to-go events, including a breakfast bar, finger food, and casual wraps with free non-alcoholic drinks. The restaurant plans to feature sports-themed specials for the Super Bowl with a $30 delivery fee when orders are placed three days ahead. NWI.LIFE
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students from Hanover Central High School visited Valparaiso University on Dec. 4 to attend a Business Model Canvas training at the Innovation Hub, where professor Dushan Nikolvski led a collaborative workshop with peers from nearby schools — each participant earned a certificate for completing the session. NWI.LIFE
- ➤ On Thursday night the Valpo School Board approved over $12 million in contracts for two upcoming projects that will support improvements in local school programs. The projects are set to boost facilities and enhance educational efforts. 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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Fire Officer Strategy and Tactics Course
6-10 p.m., 8 a.m.-4 p.m. — MAAC Foundation - First Responder Training Campus — Registration required — Enhance your firefighting leadership skills with essential strategies and tactics.
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