Daily
Valpo
Friday, February 27th, 2026
Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Child Evangelism Fellowship of Indiana will host its annual 'Ignite Our Vision' spring banquet on Thursday, March 19 at 6:15 p.m. at Liberty Bible Church (824 Calumet, Chesterton) to raise $30K-$35K for its ministry programs. Valpo Life
- ➤ The Crossroads Chamber held a Bubbles & Boots event on Feb. 19 to celebrate women leaders. Organized by the Women in Leadership Development committee, the gathering featured networking, discussions about pay disparity, & local business support. NWI.LIFE
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Christine Pisarski, the executive IP secretary at Hartman Global, manages the entire patent process from application paperwork to prosecution. After moving from Chicago to Valparaiso in 2011 and starting as a paralegal in 2017, she remains active+committed in her role at nearly 70. NWI.LIFE
- ➤ 1st Source Bank bought the naming rights to the amphitheater at Central Park Plaza in downtown Valparaiso. The deal will give the bank increased brand visibility locally. NWI Times
- ➤ Chester Inc. attended the Valpo Chamber Network event on Feb. 24 to connect with local business leaders. Valpo Life
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Big Shoulders Fund Law Program is underway at nine schools where seventh graders will stage mock trials this spring to build legal skills; the program has run for four years under Sharon Nelson and Morgan Hirst, with Nelson sponsoring it for the rest of the academic year. NWI.LIFE
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Powers Health urges women aged 45-54—and those at higher risk—to schedule yearly mammograms as early detection can lower breast cancer mortality by up to 40 (screenings catch cancer before symptoms appear). Valpo Life
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Porter County Trading Card Show
9 AM – 3 PM — Porter County Fairgrounds — Entry details not specified — A collection-filled day for trading card enthusiasts to buy, sell, and trade their favorite cards.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Impatience with actions, patience with results.
~ Naval Ravikant
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