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Wednesday, May 27th, 2026
Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lakeshore Shore Public Media host Dee Dotson interviews NPR critic Eric Deggans as he stresses the need for trusted local news and previews the Press Forward Lake County event, which will be held tomorrow at Indiana University Northwest. Lakeshore Public Media
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Tech Credit Union — a community mainstay since 1936 — joined dozens of vendors at the Crossroads Business Expo on May 21 at the Dean and Barbara White Community Center. Credit union representatives connected with local businesses and community members to offer their services. Valpo Life
- ➤ BJ’s Wholesale Club, a membership‐based warehouse retailer (similar to Costco and Sam’s Club) will open later this year in Portage, offering local shoppers a new option for bulk shopping. NWI Times
- ➤ Mario Ruiz and his son, Will Ruiz, are working side-by-side at Oak Partners — a firm with a multigenerational legacy in financial planning and mentorship. They continue their family tradition by building strong client relationships and guiding local financial futures. Valpo Life
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gasoline prices in Northwest Indiana fell by 25.9 cents per gallon last week — the current average is $3.74 a gallon. NWI Times
- ➤ NIPSCO warns residents to expect higher summer electric bills as air conditioners run to keep homes cool, and the utility offers energy-saving tips for managing costs in the coming weeks. NWI Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kankakee Valley REMC is accepting applications for its Junior Board of Directors program for high school juniors (13 spots available) for the 2026–2027 school year. Participants will meet monthly from October through May to build leadership and career skills and earn a $1,000 scholarship, with applications due by Aug. 14. Valpo Life
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Midwest Center for Youth and Families calls on local parents to shift views on teen mental health as May’s Mental Health Awareness Month begins — its local branch South Shore Academy in Valparaiso offers a secure recovery program for girls who can access confidential assessments for tailored support. NWI.LIFE
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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.
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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.
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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.
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