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Thursday, January 15th, 2026

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Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of January.

CULTURE NEWS

  • Penguin Players will present High Tide Cabaret on Jan. 18 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at 104 Indiana Ave — a production featuring inclusive performances by artists with developmental disabilities and peer mentors.  PanoramaNOW
  • Valpo food writer Carrie Clark Steinwig began her blog ChicagoFoodieSisters in 2011 and has since become a key figure in the local food scene. She now writes for NWITime, hosts radio segments on WVLP, and manages the farmer’s market to bring the community together around great food.  Valpo Life

HEALTH NEWS

  • Valparaiso Fire Department will distribute 100 free carbon monoxide alarms donated by Pratt Industries to residents through its home safety program.  NWI Times

SPORTS NEWS

  • Governor Mike Braun said during his State of the State address Wednesday night that he is working to bring the Chicago Bears to Indiana — officials are in talks to develop a new stadium that highlights the state’s strong business environment.  ABC 7

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 1/17/26

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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.

    Thu, 1/22/26

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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.

    Sat, 1/24/26

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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.

    Wed, 1/28/26

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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.

    Sat, 1/31/26

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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.

    Sat, 2/7/26

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  • Galentine’s Day Party

    7-11 p.m. — Social Goat — Exciting event — Celebrate friendship with a fun Galentine’s Day party featuring a western twist.

    Fri, 2/13/26

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

A smooth sea never made a skilled sailor.

~ Franklin D. Roosevelt

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