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Saturday, March 28th, 2026
Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Valparaiso's Kankakee Valley REMC Junior Board will host a Day of Community Giving on Saturday, May 30 at Porter County Fairgrounds. The event features a Suicide Prevention Walk/Run (with check-in at 9:00 a.m.), a cornhole tournament, and a car show with advance registration required. Indiana 105
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Maria's Pasta Project, a new pasta bar, will open today in Valparaiso and serve fusilli with a saucy twist. Its owner promises a fresh taste experience for local diners. NWI Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local spring theatre shows are scheduled at community venues, including Chicago Street Theatre hosting 'Jellofish' (Mar. 27-Apr. 12) and Memorial Opera House presenting 'A Littile Night Music' from May 8 to May 24; additional plays are planned in La Porte, Chesterton, Hammond, Michigan City, and Whiting. PanoramaNOW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Highland High School celebrated a senior honored for outstanding volunteer work in its Student Spotlight program. The event took place at the school today and highlights the value of community service. NWI Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Citizens Action Coalition will host a town hall (Tuesday, Apr. 7 at 6 p.m.) at the Dean and Barbara White Community Center in Merrillville to explain rising NIPSCO bills caused by infrastructure upgrades and market demands. Attendees should bring recent bills and questions for the Q&A. PanoramaNOW
- ➤ A mile of U.S. 30 in Lake County has been named to honor the late Sgt. William Paterson — a respected officer with deep community ties. City officials say the dedication recognizes his service and continues his legacy in local law enforcement. NWI Times
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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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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.
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Echoes of Pompeii: A Pink Floyd Experience
8 p.m. — Memorial Opera House — $40-$80 — Immerse yourself in an authentic performance of Pink Floyd's legendary music with stunning visuals and an expansive ensemble.
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2026 Valparaiso University Jazz Fest
The Valparaiso University Department of Music presents the 2026 Valparaiso University Jazz Festival, with four days of events that take place Wednesday, April 22, to Saturday, April 25, in the University Theatre, located in the Center For The Arts, 1709 Chapel Drive. Each day will include workshop presentations by professional jazz artists, performances by area high school jazz ensembles, and nightly featured concerts.
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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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Valparaiso Community Conference
10 AM – 3 PM — Harre Union — Free entry — Enhance local knowledge and explore opportunities to engage with the Valparaiso community.
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Divine Vines Comedy Night
7-9 p.m. — Anderson's Winery and Vineyard — $10 Presale, $15 Day of Show — Enjoy a night of laughter with top-tier comedy in a scenic winery setting.
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