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Wednesday, May 6th, 2026
Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Grieger Motor Sales became Garber Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Valparaiso on Monday, May 4—marking the 26th franchise in the Garber Automotive Group—while its trusted team, led by General Manager Brad Hallal, will continue serving customers at 1756 W US Hwy 30. Valpo Life
- ➤ Centier Bank supported local entrepreneurs during National Small Business Week by donating $10,000 to the Freedom Recovery Fund in Porter County to help emerging Black business owners (Seifu Zerihun of Kaytics and Aman Wolde of Bereket Technologies) invest in growth. Valpo Life
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Crown Antique Mall will host actors from The Munsters, The Return of the Living Dead, Jason Lives and A Christmas Story this year to draw in a crowd. The event will bring film enthusiasts together at the mall’s unique antique venue. NWI Times
- ➤ The Northwest Indiana Influential Women Association nominated 500 women for its annual Influential Women Awards – recognizing local leaders across the region. The list spotlights influential members of our community. NWI Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ IU Northwest’s Center for Urban and Regional Excellence is offering free and low-cost courses on business, gardening, tech, and health in May and June at local libraries, community centers, and campus (registration deadlines range from May 6 to June 23). Valpo Life
- ➤ Purdue University Northwest was named a FirstGen Forward Network Champion for its dedicated support of first-generation college students. It is the first Indiana institution to earn this top tier recognition + one of 40 nationally, highlighting its commitment to student success. Valpo Life
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cleveland-Cliffs is spending millions to upgrade wastewater systems and control emissions after a 2019 incident hurt fish and led to beach closures. The cleanup includes new treatment systems and tree planting (EPA fined $248,396) to help protect local water and air quality. PanoramaNOW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tri-Township High School senior Kaleb Gorski earned the PCC Mental Attitude Award for Boys Volleyball for his leadership, academic excellence, and sportsmanship. The award honors his key role when his coach was injured and stands among the highest student-athlete recognitions in the conference. NWI.LIFE
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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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Valpo Creates Camp at YMCA
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Valparaiso Family YMCA — Free entry — Engage kids in creative arts with themed activities each Friday throughout June.
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