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Saturday, June 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Doral Renewables has hired Virginia-based Bechtel to build the next phase of the Mammoth Solar farm in Northwest Indiana, a project expected to eventually power around 200,000 homes. The work—set for Starke and Pulaski counties—will boost Indiana’s solar capacity by 20% and create over 1,200 jobs while still allowing local farming to continue. NWI Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Several Purdue University Northwest student organizations earned awards at regional, national and international competitions in late spring, with teams achieving top finishes in surveying, concrete canoe and steel bridge challenges & winning a Most Improved Performance Award at the Human Exploration Rover Challenge. A surveying team qualified for its third national competition appearance in late June, while four computer science students earned third place at an international quantum hackathon at Yale. NWI.LIFE
- ➤ Purdue University Northwest students in the College of Engineering and Sciences earned awards in regional, national and international competitions this spring— their achievements included top finishes in surveying, Concrete Canoe and Steel Bridge events. The NASA Rover Club won a Most Improved Performance Award at the HERC event and received a $500 prize while four Computer Science students finished third overall at the YQuantum Hackathon— setting the stage for future projects. Valpo Life
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ In Valparaiso, the city announced it will invest $9.4 million in its largest-ever road resurfacing program to improve 62 lane miles, plus 40 miles of crack sealing and over one mile of sidewalks. The plan will also test a new road preservation method on 3.5 lane miles and include a city-county resurfacing project for Hayes Leonard and Bartz Roads and an extension of Goodrich Road with a new pathway. Z107.1
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A new owner has bought the long-vacant Marquette Mall and Office Tower in Michigan City—raising hopes that the property will be redeveloped soon. NWI Times
- ➤ CoAction announced plans to sell its Valparaiso Housing Office because rising costs and aging infrastructure made it hard to maintain, but the organization will continue operating other locations in Valpo and Northwest Indiana. Sale proceeds will fund new housing units and a modern office hub — the transition will happen gradually as CoAction remains committed to supporting over 1,000 local families. Valpo Life
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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Fairytale Fest
Evening — Haven Hollow Park — Free entry — Experience an enchanting evening of fairytale magic with costumes and fun activities for children.
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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.
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Braden Fiske Public Autograph Signing
1-2 p.m. — Porter County Fairgrounds — Free entry — Meet local NFL star Braden Fiske and get his autograph at this exciting event.
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Annual Vintage Market and Vino
Time TBA — Four Corners Winery — Free entry — Explore unique handmade crafts while enjoying fine wine at the annual vintage market.
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Camp Funset - Prehistoric Park
Various times — Sunset Hill Farm County Park — Cost TBA — Explore a world where dinosaurs and mammoths inspire creativity and fun during summer camp.
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Neighborhood Garage Sale Extravaganza
9 a.m. — Whispering Sands Manufactured Home Community — Free entry — Explore over 30 homes participating in this vibrant community garage sale.
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Annual 4th of July Parade and Festival
10 a.m. — Founders Square — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with a parade, family games, and a spectacular fireworks show.
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Shakespeare in the Park - Shakespeare in Love
8 p.m. — Northwest Health Amphitheater — $20 reserved seating — Celebrate the finale of Chicago Street Theatre's 70th season with a unique Shakespeare performance in Central Park.
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Estate Property Auction in Valparaiso
7-9 p.m. — 482 Grove Avenue — Online bidding open — Bid on a charming 1938 estate home in the heart of Valparaiso, perfect for investors or end-users.
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