Daily
Valpo
Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Julie Scollard runs Sun Kissed Tan, a home-based spray tan business in St. John that offers personalized service for big events. She provides mobile appointments + thorough aftercare guidance to help clients feel confident on their important days. NWI.LIFE
- ➤ Opportunity Enterprises opened a new cafe in the Family YMCA, providing local residents a fresh spot to enjoy quality food and connect with neighbors. NWI Times
- ➤ Korellis is launching a spring preventative maintenance program for commercial and industrial roofs to address winter damage and avoid costly repairs. Customers in the area can schedule a thorough inspection that includes debris clearing, drainage checks, and tailored recommendations with a limited-time 10% off offer (up to $1,000). NWI.LIFE
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Cameo, The Mary Jane Girls and Atlantic Starr will perform at Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana’s Hard Rock Live during the Nothing But the Funk tour. Fans in Valparaiso are encouraged to check for schedule updates. NWI Times
- ➤ A local historical preservationist will discuss her bid to have the Stagecoach Inn listed on the National Register of Historic Places, emphasizing historic preservation & community heritage. NWI Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Britney Nawracaj, a Roselawn native and former healthcare worker, will begin her role as preschool teacher at Mirror Image Dance Academy as Miss Martha leaves to care for her grandkids and the school plans a summer remodel. Valpo Life
- ➤ Ivy Tech Community College launched its new Early Childhood Education Program at the Valparaiso campus, offering flexible credential options such as certificates earned in one semester, technical certificates earned in a year and associate degrees designed for recent high school graduates, career changers and current childcare workers. XROCK 103.9
- ➤ Ivy Tech will begin diesel tech degree and certificate programs to train technicians and meet a growing demand in the area. New courses will offer local students a practical path toward in-demand careers. NWI Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Valpo's Athletics Director announced today that head bowling coach John Martin resigned to pursue a new opportunity after two successful seasons with nationally ranked teams — prompting a national search for his replacement. Valpo Life
- ➤ The Valparaiso University Athletics department said that on April 8 Valpo Day raised over $285,000 in donations from 600+ donors to support student-athletes, with women’s swimming earning the top bonus of $6,000. The event also featured a Nike Power Hour that gave women’s swimming an extra $1,500 credit. Valpo Life
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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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A Little Night Music
8-11 p.m. — Memorial Opera House — $60 • Loge, $30 • Adults, $27 • Senior/Student/Military — Experience a romantic musical journey through love, longing, and regret with Sondheim's enchanting score.
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Early Summer Car, Truck & Bike Show
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Porter County Fairgrounds — $5 vehicle registration, $5 general admission — Celebrate local automotive culture with displays and swap meet opportunities.
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Sewing Class: Make a Tote Bag
5-7 p.m. — Valpo Creates Center — $40 — Create a spacious tote bag while learning the basics of sewing and quilting.
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A Little Night Music
8-11 p.m. — Memorial Opera House — $60 Loge, $30 Adults, $27 Seniors/Students/Military — Experience the enchanting musical journey of love and regret with Sondheim's iconic score.
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A Little Night Music
2-5 p.m. — Memorial Opera House — $60 Loge, $30 Adults, $27 Senior/Student/Military — Experience a moonlit journey through love and longing with Sondheim's enchanting musical masterpiece.
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Annual Memorial Day Service May 25 at 11 a.m. at Graceland Cemetery
Graceland Cemetery will host its annual Memorial Day Service on Monday, May 25, 2026, at 11 a.m. at Valor Hill, honoring all who have served with a special tribute to veterans laid to rest at Graceland over the past year. Conducted by American Legion Post 94, the free public ceremony will include the reading of each veteran’s name and will move indoors to the mausoleum in the event of rain.
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