Good morning, Valparaiso.

Chester Inc. has built and remodeled three Wendy's locations in Northwest Indiana after a fire led Barney Enterprises to seek their expertise.

Mike Bathurst praises the firm for its reliable quality in every project they handle.

Cleveland-Cliffs plans to invest in a blast furnace reline at Burns Harbor Works in Porter County.

The investment will boost the steel mill's efficiency and support local industrial growth.

Land O'Frost (local leader) and Centier Bank were named among the Best Places to Work in Indiana by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce, underscoring their commitment to strong workplace values.

Purdue University Northwest will host College Goal Sunday on Feb.

22 at its Hammond and Westville campuses from 2 to 4 p.m. CST to help college-bound students and families complete FAFSA and enter a raffle for one of five $1,000 scholarships.

Lake Central will appoint a new superintendent today.

Other local school districts will review grants, police contracts, and donations in upcoming board votes (student walkouts are also expected).

A federal funding policy fix approved earlier this month is sending extra money to Methodist Hospitals (in Northwest Indiana) as part of a government package expected to support their operations.

Rural 1st Construction Workshop

5:30-8 p.m. — The Pennsy Depot Banquet Room — Free entry — Connect with home building experts to create your personalized roadmap to a dream home.

Chanticleer in Concert

The Grammy Award-winning vocal ensemble Chanticleer will be in concert at the Chapel of the Resurrection, Valparaiso University on Thursday, February 26 at 7:00 PM. Chanticleer has been hailed by the Boston Globe as “breathtaking in its accuracy of intonation, purity of blend, of color and swagger of style.” Information and tickets at https://www.valpo.edu/about/bach-institute/performances/

Something Rotten

8 p.m. — Memorial Opera House — $30-$60 — Experience a madcap musical journey where two playwrights attempt to outshine Shakespeare with a wild idea.

Pat Tomasulo Stand-Up Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Art Theater — Tickets start at $5 — Enjoy an evening with Chicago's top comedian and WGN Morning News host Pat Tomasulo.

Bubbles & Bites

11 AM - 4 PM — Valparaiso Events — $35 — Enjoy a food and drink crawl featuring sparkling mimosas and delectable bites in Downtown Valparaiso.

Paint Your Pet Painting Event

12-2 p.m. — Four Corners Winery — No experience needed — Unleash your creativity while painting a portrait of your furry friend.

Something Rotten Musical

2 PM — Memorial Opera House — $60 Loge, $30 Adults, $27 Seniors/Students/Military — Experience a hysterical journey of two playwrights competing to outshine Shakespeare with zany antics and catchy tunes.

Sewing Class: Machine Set Up and a Small Project

5-7 p.m. — Valpo Creates Center — $40.00 — Discover the fundamentals of sewing in this hands-on beginner course with provided supplies.