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Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of July.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Franciscan Health is changing the old Crown Point hospital campus by demolishing parts of the building and building a YMCA Sportscenter with basketball and pickleball courts that will open in January 2026 — community partners helped by donating land and setting up new safety measures such as construction fencing and adjusted traffic patterns. Some programs and outpatient services will continue on the site, and the work is set to be finished by the end of the year.  Valpo Life

CULTURE NEWS

  • Over 2,700 patrons have joined the Porter County Public Library System’s Summer Reading Challenge, which runs from June 1 to July 31 with a 'Color Our World' theme and offers grand prizes—such as Amazon gift cards and an Art Institute membership. Local entertainment grows this season with a concert series starting July 17 at Central Park Plaza and theater productions at Memorial Opera House—adding lively options for community engagement.  Valpo Life

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • NIPSCO will close the intersection of U.S. 231 and Cline Ave in Valparaiso today for utility work—this allows the utility company to relocate infrastructure before a roundabout is constructed.  NWI Times

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 7/11/25

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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.

    Sat, 7/12/25

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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.

    Fri, 7/18/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 7/19/25

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  • 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.

    Sun, 7/20/25

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  • 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.

    Mon, 7/21/25

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  • 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.

    Tue, 7/22/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 7/24/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 7/25/25

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  • Sandbergs Towing School Bus & Combine Derby

    5-9 p.m. — Porter County Fairgrounds — VIP tickets available — Experience thrilling school bus and combine derbies in an exciting local event.

    Sat, 7/26/25

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