Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of May.
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🎓 Education
Casandra Vickers, a first-generation PNW student, has grown her leadership skills through TRIO, Honors College, and student government as she completes her degrees in Business Information & Analytics and Human Resource Management this spring.
She credits hands-on experiences with developing the skills that will boost her future career.
🏥 Health
April Severs, a local educator and musician who battled stage III breast cancer following her June 2025 diagnosis, completed chemo, radiation, and a mastectomy by February, and her community offered care+support through every step.
She now continues homeschooling and working with local band programs.
🎉 Valparaiso Events
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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.
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.
Freaky Friday Musical
Various times — Memorial Opera House — Ticket prices apply — Experience the magic of body-swapping between a mother and daughter in this delightful musical adaptation.
Big Love: Fleetwood Mac Tribute
7-10 p.m. — Live at the Lakefront — General admission — Enjoy a night of classic Fleetwood Mac tunes by Big Love under the stars.
Father's Day Golf Tournament
6 AM - 1 PM — Forest Park Golf Course Welter Room — $25/team plus cart & green fees — Celebrate Father's Day with a fun 18-hole scramble for father/child duos.
K-POP Dance Camp
10 AM – 12 PM — Mirror Image Dance Academy of Valparaiso — RSVP required — Get ready to groove with K-POP dance lessons over three exciting days.
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