Saturday, March 1st, 2025

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Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Valparaiso is proposing updates to outdoor dining regulations to enhance accessibility and safety, with input from restaurants encouraged before formal approval. Lakeshore Public Media
- ➤ Belvedere Senior Housing hosted its second annual Soul Food Dinner in celebration of Black History Month, featuring a variety of comfort foods and live music. NWI.LIFE
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A pedestrian was fatally struck by an eastbound train in Valparaiso, confirmed by the police. NWI Times
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Recent arrests in Porter County encompassed charges ranging from OWI to felony narcotics possession, as documented by the sheriff's department. NWI Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Wheeler High School will transition from a trimester to a semester system next year, aiming to adapt class schedules for better educational support. Valpo Life
- ➤ Rylee Kruck has been appointed as the new athletic director of Wheeler High School, bringing a rich background in sports and a commitment to enhancing the student and athlete experience. Valpo Life
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Valparaiso plans a $4.2 million roundabout on Silhavy Road, with funding from local and federal sources. NWI Times
SHOP NEWS
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Late Winter Swap Meet
The Late Winter Swap Meet features over 50 vendors in two heated indoor buildings at the Porter County Fairgrounds, with free parking and a chance to win in a 50/50 drawing.
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History on Tap: Rise and Fall of the Interurban
Local history enthusiasts can enjoy a drink while listening to a talk about the V&N Electric Rail Line exhibit presented by Porter County Historian Kevin Matthew Pazour.
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Valparaiso Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast
The Valparaiso Kiwanis Club hosts an annual pancake breakfast, with all proceeds benefiting local organizations and individuals in need.
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Colorectal Cancer Awareness Event in Valparaiso
This event offers community members valuable information on colorectal cancer, along with games and refreshments.
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Shipshewana on the Road – Gift, Food, and Craft Show
This event features a weekend of shopping with a variety of unique gifts, food items, and handcrafted products at Porter County Fairgrounds.
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Light & Fight Live Fire Training
This training session focuses on essential firefighting skills, including hoseline deployment and live fire attack techniques for fire service instructors.
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Shemekia Copeland Live
7:30 PM — Memorial Opera House — $40-$80 — Experience the powerful voice of one of today's greatest female blues vocalists live on stage.
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Reggae Express Live Performance at Duffy's Place
Experience an evening of lively reggae music and dance at Duffy's Place in Valparaiso.
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On-Site Tour at Brookdale Valparaiso
An opportunity for residents to explore colorful activities, nutritious dining, and exceptional senior living services at Brookdale Valparaiso.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.
~ Jesus
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