Saturday, March 8th, 2025

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Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sunset Hill County Park in Valparaiso, Indiana, offers a family-friendly opportunity to interact with farm animals and enjoy outdoor activities, including the Illiana Garden Railway Trains display. PanoramaNOW
- ➤ The 10th Annual All About the Girls event, set for June 12, 2025, in Valparaiso, offers an evening of empowerment with stories from local women, networking, and celebration. Valpo Life
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission is developing the NWI 2050+ plan to address the need for 50,000 more homes in response to a projected population growth of 115,000 residents over the next 25 years, focusing on smaller lot sizes and increased housing density near downtowns and commuter rails. Lakeshore Public Media
- ➤ Valparaiso city officials clarify that there is currently no data center project underway, but discussions and due diligence with Agincourt Investments, LLC, for a potential project on city-owned land are in progress. NWI.LIFE
- ➤ The City of Valparaiso clarifies there is no pending data center project, amidst rumors, but has explored the possibility through an Option Agreement with Agincourt Investments, LLC for future development. Valpo Life
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Three Powers Health hospitals were honored for their excellence in infant and maternal health by the Indiana Hospital Association, meeting high standards in key health areas. NWI.LIFE
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Journeyman Distillery's restaurants, Staymaker and Union Hall, have launched a combined new menu featuring popular staples and new dishes across both locations to offer a consistent dining experience. Valpo Life
SHOP NEWS
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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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Ringing in Spring 5k
8:00 – 9:30 AM — Valparaiso Family YMCA — Registration fee applies — Celebrate the 32nd anniversary with a community-focused run/walk for a good cause.
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