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Thursday, March 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ KV REMC Junior Board of Directors will host a Suicide Prevention Fun 5K Run/Walk on May 24 at Sunset Hill Farm Park in Valparaiso—registration starts at 9:00 a.m. and the run begins at 10:00 a.m. Participants will pay $20 per person—proceeds will benefit the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention-Indiana Chapter. NWI.LIFE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At the March 24 city council meeting the council unanimously approved a resolution recommending a downtown liquor license for Cafe Farina, which will move to 55 S. Franklin and open by June with 30 employees working every day — the council also passed an ordinance setting responsible business practice requirements for projects seeking economic tax incentives by raising the qualifying value from $150,000 to $350,000, though Mayor Costas may veto it within ten days. PanoramaNOW
- ➤ Valparaiso has announced 19 Neighborhood Improvement Grants totaling over $167,000 for 2025—funding projects like pollinator gardens, public art sculptures, neighborhood gathering spaces and tree plantings across several city areas. Since 2018, the program has supported 139 grants that improved 46 neighborhoods. Indiana 105
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Tiffany Bozovich, told by a surgeon she would never run again after multiple knee injuries and four surgeries, later became a chiropractor focused on helping local high school athletes in Chesterton—her comeback included running a marathon that underscored her determination. Still driven by her early athletic spirit, she now treats patients with a firm belief that care and goal-setting promote recovery. NWI.LIFE
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Girls wrestling in Northwest Indiana grew as participation increased and the sport was officially sanctioned, with the inaugural state finals held on January 17 at the Corteva Coliseum in Indianapolis. Merrillville High School led with state champion Joy Cantu while Valparaiso High saw its team grow from three to nineteen competitors (showing rising local interest in the sport). NWI.LIFE
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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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Kids Closet Sale
8 AM-12 PM — Butterfield Family Pavilion — $3 cash only — Explore gently used kids' items at this treasure trove for families.
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Open House at Brooks at Vale Park
5-7 p.m. — 3103 Whispering Brook Lane — Free entry — Explore this stunning 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home in the desirable Brooks at Vale Park subdivision.
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Fight Like a Girl Women's Self-Defense Course
5:30-8 p.m. — MAAC Foundation - First Responder Training Campus — Cost not specified — Empower yourself with essential self-defense skills taught by local police instructors.
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