Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of May.
Good morning, Valparaiso.
🏘️ Community
PNW Athletics and SAAC hosted Leo’s Spring Fling at the university’s Fitness and Recreation Center where over 170 community members, including those with disabilities, enjoyed dancing, games and family activities.
Drake Ballard—a PNW baseball player and Psychology major—organized the event to celebrate Autism Awareness Month and promote inclusion.
VNA Hospice of Northwest Indiana hosted its 23rd annual Stroll for Hospice in downtown Valparaiso on May 4th — a Star Wars-themed community party reorganized due to bad weather.
Families, volunteers and veterans were honored as attendees enjoyed games, food and costumed fun in memory of loved ones.
📰 Economy
Since 1984, the VEDC has partnered with local businesses, higher education and state groups on projects such as Central Park Plaza and Pratt Industries’ $260 million recycling plant to drive growth in Valparaiso.
Its Perfect Place campaign—featured on local buses—promotes a strong business climate that will bring new jobs and a better tax base to the community.
🏛️ Government
Planners are changing their recommendations for U.S. 30 improvements east of Valparaiso with an 'expressway lite' option that allows driveway access.
Many residents have asked to keep current access to protect local town character—community office hours will be held on May 20 at the Valparaiso Fire Training Station on Evans Avenue.
🏥 Health
Northwest Health — Porter in Valparaiso has started using a new surgical robot today that gives doctors better precision and shorter operating times during procedures.
Surgeons Dr. Andrew Martin and Dr. Jaron Pettis led the first uses of the system, which is the only one of its kind in Northwest Indiana.
Members of the Northwest Indiana Literacy Council donated a mobile lending library to Franciscan Health Crown Point NICU this week so families with infants can read to their babies.
Dr. Sharon Pratt led the project with a 2,500-dollar Legacy Foundation grant—aimed at helping ease stress for new parents.
🎉 Valparaiso Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
The Early Summer Car, Truck & Bike Show
9 a.m.-7 p.m. — Porter County Fairgrounds — $5 admission, $20 swap meet space — Experience an exciting day filled with vehicles, vendors, and a beer garden before Memorial Day.
Suicide Prevention 5K Walk/Run
— 8 a.m. — Sunset Hill Farm County Park — Registration fee applies — Participate in a community-focused 5K to support suicide prevention efforts.
Beach Clean Up at Indiana Dunes State Park
Event Time — Indiana Dunes State Park — Free entry — Help keep our beautiful beaches clean while enjoying the summer sun.
Hometown Jams: Ian Munsick
5-6:30 p.m. — Northwest Health Amphitheater — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of live music with Ian Munsick hosted by Hometown Jams.
Vacation Bible School
2-5 p.m. — Liberty Bible Church — Free — Explore the bigness of God through games, crafts, and lessons at this fun-filled week for kids.
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