Monday, May 12th, 2025

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Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 12th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Purdue Federal Credit Union honored nurses and teachers this week by hosting a social media contest for nurse nominations from May 6 to 8 + awarding winners on May 9, and by delivering gift cards to teachers at local high schools. The credit union expressed gratitude for the care and dedication these community members show every day. NWI.LIFE
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ TimberSeal Inc, led by Founder and CEO Greg Rentschler, has been a regional favorite for nearly 30 years and now offers spring maintenance services such as pergola upkeep, landscaping friendly house washing, and deck restoration to keep local properties fresh. Valpo Life
- ➤ Several business changes are coming to the region—new openings include the revival of Northwoods Hearty Home Cookin' & Saloon as 41 North Tavern in Schererville with open interviews May 18 from 2 to 9 p.m., a second 7 Brew location in Crown Point pending city review, and expansions by Paradise Mototiki & Co., Blockhead Beerworks, Jersey Mike’s, Dunkin, Burgers N’ Beaks, Motea Plus, and Faye & Joe’s Southern Bowl. NWI Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Salma Raslan, a 2025 PNW graduate, began her interest in marketing on the tennis court at PNW—she earned a bachelor of science in Marketing with a minor in Digital Marketing and led the women’s tennis team. She now plans to pursue a master’s degree in Digital Media and aims for a career in sports media. NWI.LIFE
SPORTS NEWS
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Serenity-Lily of the Valley Painting Event
2-4 p.m. — Four Corners Winery — No cost mentioned — Unleash your creativity in a serene setting while enjoying wine and painting.
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Open Mic Night
6-9 p.m. — Four Corners Winery — Free entry — Showcase your talents, from music to poetry, in a warm community atmosphere.
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