Saturday, February 1st, 2025

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Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Valparaiso is opening a new shelter to combat housing insecurity, though residents and former candidates urge continued city coordination and involvement beyond just emergency solutions. Lakeshore Public Media
- ➤ NIPSCO highlights available energy assistance programs to help customers with financial difficulties manage energy bills, in observance of National Energy Assistance Day on Jan. 31, 2025. NWI.LIFE
- ➤ Grieger's Motor Sales significantly supports Valparaiso's youth through charitable donations and involvement in local high school and technical education programs to foster community growth and create job opportunities. Valpo Life
- ➤ The South Shore Line in northwest Indiana will launch a new train schedule on February 18, 2025, reflecting changes based on passenger feedback and service analysis. XROCK 103.9
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Memorial Opera House will present a live adaptation of 'Singin' in the Rain', crafted by Broadway legends and running from February 18 to March 16, 2025. NWI.LIFE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Valparaiso will implement Frost Laws starting February 3, 2025, to preserve road quality by imposing weight limits and requiring permits for heavy vehicles. City of Valparaiso
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Books, Blocks, and Balls Playgroup
An open playgroup at the library where parents and caregivers can connect and engage while receiving expert advice on early child development milestones.
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Grown-Up Book Fair at Dagger Mountain Coffee Roasters
The Grown-Up Book Fair features a variety of books and bookish merchandise available for purchase at Dagger Mountain Coffee Roasters, accompanied by coffee.
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Weekly NA Meeting for Drug Addiction Support
This event is a weekly meeting for individuals seeking help with drug addiction, providing a supportive environment and resources for recovery.
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Valparaiso University Women's Basketball vs. Illinois-Chicago Flames
The Valparaiso Athletics Recreation Center will host a women's basketball game featuring Valparaiso University taking on the Illinois-Chicago Flames.
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Valentine's Day Welding Class for Couples
Participate in a hands-on welding class designed for couples, where you'll create a unique metal sculpture of love together while learning welding techniques.
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Dragon Wing Event at The Press
The Press will host a lively Dragon Wing Event featuring trivia, costume contests, and music from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
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VOCES8 Concert
The internationally-acclaimed a cappella vocal ensemble VOCES8 will present a concert on Tuesday, February 25 at 7:00 PM in the Chapel of the Resurrection at Valparaiso University. For more information and tickets, visit https://www.valpo.edu/music/performances/
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Rural 1st Home Building Workshop in Valparaiso
The Rural 1st Construction Workshop offers attendees expert guidance on navigating the homebuilding process, from planning to finishing touches, in Valparaiso, Indiana.
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Singin' in the Rain at Memorial Opera House
Singin' in the Rain, the beloved musical adapted from the classic film, will be staged at the Memorial Opera House in Valparaiso, featuring iconic songs and dance scenes, showcasing the trials of silent film stars transitioning to talkies.
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Foot Pursuit 5K Trail Race
A challenging 5K trail run featuring rolling hills and a scenic wooded course at Sunset Hill Farm County Park.
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