Good morning, Valparaiso.

A 12-year-old boy was severely injured while tubing on Lake Shafer near Indiana Beach when he attempted to board a boat with its propeller engaged—damaging both legs—and was airlifted to Peyton Manning Children's Hospital as Indiana conservation officers investigate.

The South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority is accepting nominations for the 19th annual R.O.S.E. and R.I.S.E.

Awards that honor outstanding hospitality staff—nominations must be submitted online by August 4 and finalists will join an awards dinner on September 25 at Horseshoe Casino—winners will receive an award and a gift basket valued at over $1,000.

State regulators approved NIPSCO’s plan to raise electric rates by 16.75% starting this month, meaning a typical customer using 672 kilowatt-hours will pay about $23 more each month as the increase is phased in over the next two years—big businesses will see about a 10% rise.

The utility also introduced a new customer assistance program for those facing higher bills.

Lake Ridge New Tech Schools has named Gilbert Crimmins interim superintendent after longtime leader Sharon Johnson-Shirley abruptly retired.

Valparaiso City Utilities Field Services are repairing a water main break on Goodrich Road—customers in that area and the Greenfield Creek Subdivision are advised to boil water for five minutes, with the advisory expected to last about 48 hours until further testing confirms safe water.

Valpo Parks has announced the Valpo REC project to develop an indoor recreation center at the former McGill factory on Campbell Street near Ogden Gardens — design-build work will begin in October with completion aimed for late 2027, and sealed proposals are due by 10:00 a.m. on August 22nd with further review scheduled for 11:00 a.m. on September 12th.

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.

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.

Daisy Adventurer Day Camp

9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Camp Butternut Springs | Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana — Registration required — Dive into nature and craft activities with new friends at this fun-filled junior camp.