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Valpo
Friday, March 13th, 2026
Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ celebrate Catholic Sisters Week through Saturday, Mar. 14 by honoring influential Sisters with displays at their mother house in Donaldson and on campus as part of Women’s History Month. Valpo Life
- ➤ In December, Paladin opened a 15,000 sqft warehouse that offers work, learning, and recreation for children, seniors, and people with disabilities; the facility is still being furnished to boost community programs (volunteers are invited to tour the space). NWI.LIFE
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Monika Krcoski is showcased as a junior full-stack web developer with GreatNews.Life and is recognized for contributing her skills at 951 West St — Valparaiso. Valpo Life
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Chesterton High School’s radio station WDSO will host its 35th Annual Radiothon April 20–24; student DJs will be live from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday–Thursday and 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday. Listeners can pledge support, request songs, and win prizes (with local giveaways). NWI.LIFE
- ➤ Indiana University Northwest is hosting its annual IU Day fundraising event for student scholarships on Wednesday, April 22, at 5:30 p.m. at Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana—guests will enjoy dinner, cocktails, and inspirational remarks from campus leaders. Valpo Life
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Thousands of sandhill cranes now gather in the Great Marsh at Indiana Dunes National Park as a result of habitat restoration—initiated in 1998—and partners continue to improve the wetland so visitors can observe the migratory birds near Cowles Bog and Hobart. PanoramaNOW
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ NIPSCO disclosed last week that faulty meters have led to overcharging thousands of gas customers — a state filing detailed the error. Affected residents may soon see corrected bills as the company reviews accounts. NWI Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ HealthLinc was selected for the 2026 Innovation Incubator cohort by the National Association of Community Health Centers, a move expected to boost local health services. The program will offer fresh innovation opportunities for community healthcare. NWI Times
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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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Annual Ringing in Spring 5K
Time TBA — Valparaiso Family YMCA — Cost not specified — Kick off the running season with NWI's largest springtime 5K run/walk.
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Debutants Performance
8 p.m. — Memorial Opera House — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting debut of a duo turned lively performance group.
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The American Revolution
Showing of clips of Ken Burns' The American Revolution with a panel of distinguished facilitators guiding discussion. This will be held at the VU Harre Union, Ballrooms A-C from 3-5p.m. Light refreshments will be served. Space is limited - reserve to [email protected].
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