Good morning, Valparaiso.

On Memorial Day, the Lake County Parks & Recreation Department will host the Walk of Reverence to honor Indiana's fallen heroes at Stoney Run County Park on May 26 at 2:30 p.m. The service will include tributes, guest speakers including Representative Frank Mrvan, musical performances, and a wreath presentation honoring local Vietnam War casualties.

On May 21, Lakeshore Public Media and First Things First Porter County announced that their production Building Blocks: The First 1,000 Days won a Silver Telly Award in the General + Public Interest and Awareness category at the 46th Annual Telly Awards.

The project, led by Tony Santucci and Mary Jane Eisenhauer + it highlights the early steps in a child’s development, bringing attention to important community support across the region.

During a Wednesday town hall, Valparaiso University President Jose Padilla and school officials provided updates on the search for a new president and planned dorm renovations on campus+ they explained that more details will be shared as the projects develop.

I-65 will have lane closures tonight into Friday morning between 61st and Ridge Road as crews set up a new traffic configuration for a bridge deck overlay project over the Norfolk Southern Railway — northbound lanes will shift to the right of the work zone while southbound lanes remain unchanged with the Ridge Road entrance ramp closed until mid-August.

Cops Cycling for Survivors announced plans for its 24th annual bicycle tour covering nearly 1,000 miles over 13 days in July—beginning downstate on July 7 and passing through the region on July 9 and 10—and unveiled memorial photos on its support truck ahead of National Peace Officers Memorial Day on May 15 to honor fallen law enforcement officers and their survivors.

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.

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.

Open Mic Night

6-9 p.m. — Four Corners Winery — Free entry — Showcase your talents, from music to poetry, in a warm community atmosphere.

Experience a Day at Camp Butternut Springs

10 AM – 4 PM — Camp Butternut Springs — Lunch provided — Kickoff your summer with fun camp activities led by skilled staff.

Red Revolution - Taylor Swift Tribute

2-6 p.m. — Central Park Plaza — No Refunds — Spend the afternoon enjoying a tribute to pop's iconic female artist with live music and fun activities.

Fairytale Fest

Evening — Haven Hollow Park — Free entry — Experience an enchanting evening of fairytale magic with costumes and fun activities for children.

Roxx Fest 2025

12:30-6:30 p.m. — On The Roxx — Check website for ticket info — Experience the ultimate outdoor rock concert with eight legendary bands in Northern Indiana.