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Valpo
Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Drivers’ Gallery will host Cars & Coffee at Dagger Mountain in Valpo from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., featuring new merchandise and detailing products. The event welcomes all types of vehicles and motorcycles with parking on a first come, first served basis and is open to families and pets. PanoramaNOW
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Historic Valparaiso Ice Cream has kicked off its 2026 season downtown — offering both classic recipes and new dairy-free flavors to longtime fans and new visitors. NWI Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jenny Craig-Brown interviewed Stephanie Krol, founder of Stephanie Krol Public Relations, yesterday. The episode spotlights her journey in connecting with people and building community (inspiring local entrepreneurs). Valpo Life
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Port of Indiana-Burns Harbor welcomed its first ocean going vessel of the season today + ending one of the shortest winter closures for international shipping on the Great Lakes. NWI Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Purdue University Northwest's MSN, DNP and MBA graduate programs earned national recognition in U.S. News & World Report's 2026 Best Graduate Schools rankings, highlighting the strong quality of advanced education available locally. NWI Times
- ➤ The Duneland School Board received an Exemplary Governance Award for 2025 from the ISBA, with three members earning individual awards (Alayna Lightfoot Pol, Beth Mehling, and Kirk Redman). The honorees will be formally recognized during Spring Regional Meetings in April. NWI.LIFE
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Valparaiso University men’s basketball coach Roger Powell Jr. and wife Tara Powell will match all gifts up to $100,000 to the Men’s Basketball Excellence Fund on Valpo Day today. The matching gift challenge supports the team’s growth and helps recruit top athletes. Valpo Life
- ➤ The Valparaiso University Department of Athletics is running donor challenges for Valpo Day today. The team with the most donors wins $6,000 (with $3,000 and $1,000 for the next spots) and extra rewards, including a $1,500 prize for top donors from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., will be given. Valpo Life
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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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Harlem Wizards Game
Evening — Valparaiso High School — Family-friendly fun — Enjoy a night filled with tricks and hoops from the World-Famous Harlem Wizards.
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Glass Flower Cocktails & Canvas
12-2 p.m. — Four Corners Winery — Priced per participant — Unleash your creativity while sipping cocktails and painting a vibrant 'Glass Flower'.
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