Good morning, Valparaiso.

Deep River Waterpark is celebrating 30 years of water-based fun with lowered admission prices—three evening splash parties and free entry on the 30th of every month—to honor its long history as a family destination; the park, managed by Lake County Parks and Recreation Department and located 4½ miles east of Interstate 65, continues to boost local tourism.

A Portage firefighter was charged with $93K in payroll theft when police found he submitted unauthorized work hours using an app that tracked individual employees.

Alicia Stodden joined Big Shoulders Fund NWI as the administrative assistant and event coordinator in October 2024 to support the mission of helping schools provide quality, values-based education to Chicago and Northwest Indiana students.

She brings 13 years of experience from a funeral home to her role and helps coordinate key events like Lend a Shoulder Day — reinforcing the office's warm, connected culture.

Allegius Credit Union has provided five tips to help boost credit scores.

The advice is to pay bills on time, use under 50% of credit, pay more than the minimum, keep accounts open for 24 months, and build a relationship with a credit union — steps meant to strengthen members' financial health.

Allegius Credit Union offers five tips to boost credit scores, including making on-time payments, reducing credit use, paying more than the minimum, keeping accounts open for 24 months, and building a relationship with the credit union—advice provided by experts to help members improve their financial health.

Chesterton Town Council called for Porter County Central Communications director Debbie Gunn to resign after she blamed a five-minute delay in emergency response during the June 18 shootout that left one suspect dead and one police officer injured.

The council presented license plate reader data to dispute her claims while County Commissioner Jim Biggs, who joined the call, said he will hold a press conference Tuesday to offer more details.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Valparaiso Wine Festival

5-10 p.m. — Central Park Plaza — 21+ event — Enjoy an evening of wine tasting with over 100 varietals from 20+ vendors alongside live entertainment.

Open House at 149 Westchester Lane

3-5 p.m. — 149 Westchester Lane — $559,900 — Explore a stunning 6-bedroom home with exceptional amenities in a desirable lake community.

Zach Top Live Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Porter County Fairgrounds — Ticket prices vary — Experience Zach Top's authentic country sound at this local favorite event.

ASHLYN Concert at Porter County Fair

12:45-6:45 p.m. — Porter County Fairgrounds — Tickets available at the door — Enjoy an afternoon of live music from local vocalist Ashlyn amidst the fair festivities.

ASHLYN at Porter County Fair

2-8 p.m. — Porter County Fairgrounds — Free entry — Experience live music from vocalist Ashlyn, a rising talent from Northwest Indiana.

July Bike Night

6-9 p.m. — Harley-Davidson of Valparaiso — Free event — Enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere with live music, food, drinks, and diverse motorcycles.