Good morning, Valparaiso.

Regional Care Group held its annual gala at Chateau Banquets in Merrillville on Friday, May 15—featuring a Paris-inspired evening with live music, wine pairings, and a silent auction.

Attendees celebrated the organization’s over 50-year commitment to integrated care and community support.

On Friday, May 15, residents of Valparaiso joined Vale Park Animal Hospital’s K-9 Run downtown where runners and their dogs got active.

Volunteers handed out water and hot dogs (with the local police K-9 unit lending support), making it a lively community event.

Paladin hosted its first Bowling for Inclusion event on Saturday, May 16 at Inman's Bowling and Recreation Center — 60 community members attended and leaders plan to grow awareness with a Putt for a Purpose event on Friday, Aug.

14 at Wicker Memorial Park Golf Course.

Mark Sowder retired in April after 34 years with the co-op, evolving from meter reader to technician.

He values strong bonds with coworkers & now looks forward to camping near his son in northern Idaho.

Two LaPorte County high school seniors received scholarships from Franciscan Health to support their health care studies.

One will attend Saint Mary's College to study pediatric care, and the other will attend Valparaiso University to train as a physician's assistant.

Bishop Noll Institute students directed 'The Little Mermaid Junior' from May 7-9, with track standout Mateo Lopez breaking a 400 meter record at 49.92 seconds, and on May 16 the school hosted a prom called A Starry Night while inducting students into honor societies & marking a busy school year.

Dunes Birding Tower offers sweeping views of Lake Michigan and provides spot-on bird migration watching.

Visitors can enjoy this scenic landmark any day during the ongoing migration season.

City Utilities Field Services are repairing a water main break on Institute Street east of Roosevelt Road and have issued a boil advisory affecting local residents and Parkview Elementary School.

Officials expect water testing to take about 48 hours + customers will be notified when safe water service is restored.

Brooks at Vale Park held a festive groundbreaking on May 16 for its new community clubhouse that will feature golf simulators, a workout room, a double level entertainment space, a pool and pickleball courts.

Construction is set to begin within 30 days and the pool will open next summer.

Roger Powell Jr. signed a multi-year contract extension to continue leading the men's basketball team—coming off a record 2025-26 season with 11 MVC wins and 18 overall—ensuring top players will return next season to build on the program's success.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Jeff Dye Live Comedy Show

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Art Theater — Reserved seating available — Experience the uproarious comedy of Jeff Dye, known for his sharp wit and outrageous performances.