Good morning, Valparaiso.

Shellie Zaberdac joined Big Shoulders Fund Northwest Indiana as director of development and corporate partnerships and brings over 10 years of nonprofit experience.

She will build corporate & community partnerships to expand access to quality education in the region.

Angela Perez, a master's student at Purdue Northwest, was named to Conexus Indiana's Rising 30 Class of 2025 for her work as an engineer at FiberX in Merrillville—her design helped shift the company from manual to automated processing with plans to scale up in the next 18 months.

Shellie Zaberdac joined Big Shoulders Fund Northwest Indiana as director of development and corporate partnerships, bringing over 10 years of nonprofit experience to her new role.

She will build relationships with corporate partners and local leaders — completing the organization’s leadership team as it works to expand access to quality education in the region.

INDOT said that I-65 bridge work from I-80/94 to Ridge Road in Lake County has moved to phase four for southbound traffic, with the new setup running through mid-August.

Ramps from I-94 eastbound and I-65 southbound to Ridge Road are closed—motorists must detour via I-94 and State Road 53/Broadway—while the ramp from I-94 westbound to I-65 southbound remains closed through late August and overlay maintenance is underway at three locations until mid-October.

Northwest Health — Porter will host a free one-hour seminar called 'Hearing Loss — and What You Can Do About It' from 5 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug.

5 in its Community Room at 85 E. U.S. Highway 6 in Valparaiso, where Audiologist Allison Witte will explain signs, symptoms, and modern treatment options for hearing loss.

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.

Valpo Corn Roast Festival

5-10 p.m. — Central Park Plaza — Ticket required — Enjoy endless locally-grown corn while supporting community charities with live music and food trucks.

Hometown Jams: Priscilla Block

4-6 p.m. — Northwest Health Amphitheater — Ticketed event — Enjoy live music from Priscilla Block at a vibrant local venue.

Mick Foley: One-Man Show

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Art Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience wrestling’s finest storyteller as he shares new tales from his legendary career.

Zao Island Finale

10 p.m. — Zao Island — $25 per student, $15 per adult — Enjoy a night of unlimited attractions including go-karts and laser tag for middle and high school students.

Paint Your Pet

6-8 p.m. — Four Corners Winery — No experience necessary — Create a unique masterpiece featuring your beloved pet while enjoying delicious wine.

Fire Officer Strategy and Tactics - District 1

6-10 p.m. & 8 a.m.-4 p.m. — MAAC Foundation - First Responder Training Campus — Course fee applies — Enhance your fire officer skills with strategic and tactical training sessions over several weeks.

Brewski Fest 2025

5-10 p.m. — Central Park Plaza — Join in for a day filled with great beer, good music, and awesome vibes.

Marrakesh Express - a CSNY Experience

8:00 p.m. — Memorial Opera House — $40-$80 — Experience soaring harmonies and timeless classics in a tribute to Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young.

Late Summer Car, Truck, & Bike Show and Swap Meet

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Porter County Expo Center — $5 entry — Enjoy a lively car and motorcycle show along with a vibrant swap meet the weekend before Labor Day.