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Thursday, April 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Heartland Christian Center will host an egg hunt at 170 S State Road 49 on April 26 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Children aged 1—12 should bring flashlights and bags as the egg hunt begins at 7:30 p.m., with inflatables, prizes, and food also offered. PanoramaNOW
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Old World Market—a popular downtown shop since 2000—is forced to shut down or move as its building is torn down for a Central Park expansion approved without public notice or a proper council vote. Local officials warn that many small business owners may face high moving costs and lost income from this decision. PanoramaNOW
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man pleaded guilty to making violent phone threats to schools in Valparaiso, Wheeler, Portage, Union and Washington townships on Jan 26, 2023—according to his attorney. NWI Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Valparaiso is exploring an expansion of Central Park Plaza by talking with the two landowners east of the park and reviewing community suggestions—Mayor Jon Costas said the process is just beginning and more ideas will be shared early next week. City of Valparaiso
- ➤ The RDA Board of Directors will hold its first public hearing on the Beverly Shores/Pines Transit Development District boundary on May 8th at 10:00 a.m. in the main conference room at the Purdue Technology Center in Crown Point— a second hearing is set for June 12th at the same location. Valpo Life
- ➤ On April 7th, the city council meeting lasted 3.5 hours and reviewed opioid grant spending from 2024—highlighting repairs at shelters, police equipment use and social services—as it planned for the 2025 application process. Leaders debated Resolution 4 opposing tax revenue cuts and a proposed ordinance to change the human relations council, which was later tabled after intense discussion. PanoramaNOW
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Many family caregivers in our community face high stress from long hours and financial strains while caring for family members. Local agencies like CoAction (the Area Agency on Aging) offer practical support through guidance, respite care, and support groups that help caregivers find balance. NWI.LIFE
SPORTS NEWS
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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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South Shore Orchestra String Quartet at Blackbird Cafe
3-4:30 p.m. — Blackbird Cafe — Free entry — Experience the beauty of live classical music in an intimate setting.
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A Paris Stroll Painting Event
6-8 p.m. — SmokeTown Blues — Ticket required — Enjoy a creative painting session while sipping cocktails and indulging in great food.
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Tri Kappa Iota Bingo Night Fundraiser
10:30 p.m. – 3:00 a.m. — 215 E Division Rd, Valparaiso, IN — Ticket required — Enjoy Bingo games with cash prizes and support local charity while indulging in a variety of appetizers.
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VNA Stroll for Hospice
12-4 p.m. — Porter County Fairgrounds — Registration fee applies — Enjoy a family-friendly stroll to support hospice care with food, music, and activities.
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Forever Plaid Musical
8 p.m. — Memorial Opera House — Ticket prices vary — Experience a nostalgic musical filled with classic barbershop harmonies and delightful 1950s pop hits.
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Mother's Day Brunch
9 a.m.-2 p.m. — Journeyman at American Factory — Cost varies — Indulge in a delightful brunch buffet featuring sweet and savory dishes along with craft cocktails.
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Mayor's Youth Council Color Fun Run
6-8 p.m. — Rogers Lakewood Park — Registration required — Enjoy a colorful 1.5-mile run with family-friendly activities and obstacles.
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Arbor Lake Estates Neighborhood Garage Sale
1-7 p.m. — ValPLAYso — Free entry — Explore treasures in a family-friendly neighborhood garage sale with local charm.
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