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Monday, February 23rd, 2026

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Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of February.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Wendy's and The Hen have closed, while 219 Sports Lounge - Dutch Bros - and Dunkin have opened in town. Locals can enjoy new dining and coffee choices.  NWI Times

EVENTS

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  • 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.

    Tue, 2/24/26

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  • 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/

    Thu, 2/26/26

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  • 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/

    Thu, 2/26/26

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  • 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.

    Fri, 2/27/26

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  • 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.

    Sat, 3/7/26

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  • Bubbles & Bites

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

    Sun, 3/8/26

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  • 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.

    Sat, 3/14/26

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  • 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.

    Sun, 3/15/26

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  • 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.

    Thu, 3/19/26

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  • ASEE Illinois-Indiana Section Conference

    7 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Valparaiso University — Free entry — Connect with engineering educators to share ideas and best practices.

    Sat, 3/21/26

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  • The Wizard of Oz - Ruby Cast

    2 p.m. — Memorial Opera House — Ticket information available — Experience the magical journey of Dorothy and friends in this faithful stage adaptation of the classic film.

    Sun, 3/22/26

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

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