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Wednesday, June 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Life Care Center of Valparaiso hosted its annual car show today in partnership with the Winamac Old Auto Club where vintage vehicles sparked conversations and revived cherished memories among residents + families. The center also plans a back-to-school supply drive in July ahead of the national Day of Giving Back on August 1. Valpo Life
- ➤ On June 13, car and bike enthusiasts gathered at the Porter County Expo Center to view vintage and new models at the Currie Motors Ford of Valpo Cruise Night Series. The event partnered with the Valparaiso Lions Club to offer a raffle for 1,000 tickets + a chance to win a new Ford Bronco while uniting local auto fans. Valpo Life
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Journeyman Distillery in Valparaiso is launching a new cocktail every two weeks at its American Factory as it uses local ingredients and small-batch whiskey to craft seasonal drinks—guests can also use cocktail kits to make drinks at home and join themed events. NWI.LIFE
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The St. James Festival will run from June 20th to 22nd and will offer a money wheel, kiddie rides with a mega pass, a kids zone and a $25,000 cash raffle. Main stage live music will be on Friday with Dennis and Stella and Dick Diamond and The Dusters — on Saturday with Ashlyn, Eddie Korsoa, Jr. Polka and Latin Satin Soul — and on Sunday with Thrown Together, Father and Sons and Aftermath rain or shine. PanoramaNOW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ivy Tech Community College released a report with TEConomy Partners that estimates over 82,000 Hoosiers — including current workers and new high school graduates — will need to upskill each year with non-degree credentials to meet job demands in industries such as advanced manufacturing, business, healthcare, and technology. The report shows that 69% of job openings in these sectors require postsecondary training and notes that these short-term programs can be earned in weeks or months. Z107.1
- ➤ Ivy Tech Community College, working with TEConomy Partners, released a report that finds over 82,000 Indiana workers each year will need new skills to fill job openings, with 69% of openings requiring training beyond high school. The report shows that quick courses and certificates—non-degree credentials—can help workers learn the skills needed in advanced manufacturing, business, healthcare, and technology. Indiana 105
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Franciscan Health and the Lake County Indiana Health Department will host the free Path to Wellness walking event at Oak Ridge Prairie Park in Griffith starting Friday, June 20 and continuing every Friday until August 15 (no walk on July 4), with sessions running from 9 AM to 10:30 AM. The program will offer wellness talks, a light warm-up stretch, a walk, preventive health screenings on the first and last day, mindfulness strategies, nutrition education, and refreshments for registered participants. Indiana 105
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Valparaiso University sold land on Locust Street for $120,000 to Project Neighbors—who will build four duplexes to provide permanently affordable housing for local families. Site plans are underway and construction will begin after the organization wraps up its current projects next year. PanoramaNOW
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Ludacris Live Performance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Porter County Fairgrounds — PIT $60.00 Standing Only — Get ready to Roll Out with Ludacris at the Porter County Fair.
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