Good morning, Valparaiso.

St. Michael the Archangel Parish in Schererville will host its annual $100,000 raffle on Festival Day, Saturday, Aug.

8. The event offers $100,000 in cash prizes — supports Planting Possibilities and DSANWI, with an early bird drawing on Sunday, July 26 at 2 p.m.

Lori K Bath in Valparaiso welcomed Jim McCall as its first CEO in June.

The new leader (a former superintendent at Valparaiso Community Schools) will guide the team as they remodel bathrooms to better serve local homeowners.

Micah Pruett was promoted to sales and aftermarket manager at Currie Motors Ford of Valpo, where he works to serve customers and mentor colleagues after nearly nine years with the company (he said the role lets him share his auto industry experience).

Local artist Mitch Markovitz, who modernized South Shore Line posters, died earlier this week.

He is remembered as a painter laureate & regional treasure for his impact on the local arts scene.

Jayla Miller, 17, won Region Idol 2026 after a close contest that drew high praise from judges, and the finalists will take the stage Saturday at Taste of Crown Point.

Indiana Dunes National Park ranks among the top 10 percent of most visited parks and the top 5 percent of federal properties nationwide, underscoring its strong appeal to both local visitors and tourists.

INDOT will reduce State Road 2 to one lane for a bridge deck overlay maintenance project at Forbes Ditch starting Monday, July 20 through mid-August in the Westville area (between County Road 600 East and County Road 1100 West).

Franciscan Health advocate LaVonne Jarrett (director of VASIA) was named Indiana WINGS Star of the Year when state courts honored her for service to seniors and incapacitated adults.

The award recognizes her commitment to community care.

Tri-Township Schools has revamped the Lady Tiger basketball program with a new coaching team including Head Coach Will Pryor, Assistant Coach Jayde Pryor and Volunteer Coach Abby Tomblin that will build athletic skill and character for the upcoming season.

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.