Good morning, Valparaiso.

Old Dog Coffee House owner Cheri Ford started her shop after a visit to Frankenmuth and opened in December 2019.

Her business earned Best of the Region awards last May — a win that deepened local support and forged community ties.

The United Steelworkers union began contract negotiations with Cleveland-Cliffs + U.S. Steel at Northwest Indiana steel mills today.

After 30 years with the police, Steve Jackson now runs Fellowship Gaming, a business that hosts role playing game sessions for local parties and team events.

The sessions cost about $25 per person + part of the revenue is donated to local charities.

Andrea Swanson of Andi Renee Studios offers custom photography sessions that capture personal moments and strengthen community ties.

She built her business to support her family and stay available to care for her five boys + respond to local needs.

Valparaiso musician Joel Justin built his career by turning his passion for music into a life of songwriting, production, and local performances at venues like Popcorn Fest and Meditrina Market Café + he now runs Mandrill Records to support independent artists.

Ride the Cyclone: The Musical runs through Aug.

2 at Chicago Street Theatre — adult shows are at 8 p.m. on Friday, July 17, at 8 p.m. Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, while teen editions are set for Saturday at 2:30 p.m. and Sunday at 6 p.m.

Center for Hospice Care and VNA Hospice NWI announced today a strategic affiliation to improve access to high-quality hospice care across northern Indiana.

The unified network will allow patients to transition seamlessly and continue receiving trusted support.

On Tuesday, thousands attended the National Softball Association Northern World Series in Northwest Indiana, contributing a $10m boost to the local economy & energizing the sports scene.

Valparaiso Wine Festival

Summer evening — Central Park Plaza — Ticketed event — Wine flies when you’re having fun at the Valparaiso Wine Festival with live entertainment and food.

Max McNown Concert

7-10 p.m. — Porter County Fairgrounds — Tickets available — Experience heartfelt melodies from singer/songwriter Max McNown.

Footloose Musical

7 p.m. — Memorial Opera House — $35 Loge, $20 Adults, $18 Seniors/Students/Military — A high-energy celebration of freedom and youth featuring iconic 80s hits.

CAIN Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Porter County Fairgrounds — Ticket info available — Experience a vibrant concert featuring CAIN in Valparaiso.

Trace Adkins Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Porter County Fairgrounds — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unforgettable bass-baritone voice of country music star Trace Adkins live.

Flo Rida Live Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Porter County Fairgrounds — Ticket prices vary — Experience the energy of Flo Rida’s live performance in Valparaiso.

Valpo Kiwanis Corn Roast Festival

All day event — Central Park Plaza — Entry details not provided — Celebrate local agriculture with delicious corn and community spirit.