Good morning, Valparaiso.

NIPSCO donated funds and helped clear debris in Lake Village after a tornado hit last week.

The Valparaiso Woman's Association will host an Easter egg hunt on Apr.

4 from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Neighbors can bring their own baskets to join in free festivities with separate areas for various age groups.

Valpo Parks will host a kids closet sale on Saturday, Apr.

18 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.—shoppers can explore over 30 vendor tables featuring gently used infant, toddler, and children apparel, toys, furniture, and more, with $3 admission for adults and vendor booths available by calling 219.462.5144.

Valpo Parks is partnering with local organizations to host the free 1st Annual Active Kids Day sponsored by Associated Pediatricians.

The event will be held Sunday, Apr. 26 (12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.) at Central Park Plaza under the Urschel Pavilion for kids to explore various activities.

Jersey Mike’s Subs opened its new sandwich spot in Northwest Indiana + serving fresh subs and wraps to local customers.

The business aims to provide quick lunch options for community members.

BP will lock out workers at its Whiting refinery starting Thursday due to stalled contract talks with United Steelworkers (the union criticized proposals for job and pay cuts).

The company said it will continue operating with trained staff while seeking a fair agreement.

NIPSCO will raise rates again this month, affecting local residents.

The company said the increase is part of its ongoing cost adjustments & more details will be shared soon.

Students in Valparaiso and Chesterton are debating potential data center sites today (weighing green energy access, economic benefits and environmental responsibility) at local schools.

Halie Ott began her nursing journey inspired by her mom and built her skills as a CNA in high school; she developed her career over 4+ years at Purdue University Northwest and now works at a Crown Point hospital after moving locally with her fiancé.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Debutants Performance

8 p.m. — Memorial Opera House — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting debut of a duo turned lively performance group.

Moellering Academic Panel on Spatial Sciences (MAPS)

Join us on Friday, April 17 for the Moellering Academic Panel on Spatial Sciences (MAPS), hosted by the Department of Geography, Meteorology, and Environmental Science and the Christopher Center Library at Valparaiso University. Geospatial technology powers everyday tools like weather forecasts, navigation, and deliveries, while also driving disaster response, disease tracking, deforestation monitoring, and urban planning. A panel of experts including Michael Goodchild, Marianne Cardwell, Stephen Aldrich, Ashley Poling, and Gang Shao will explore the real-world impact, ethics, and future of this rapidly evolving field.

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].