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Thursday, July 31st, 2025
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Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Guardians of the Green Mile will host their largest Woofstock fundraiser and dog walk on August 15th from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the DownTown Valparaiso Amphitheater & Pavilion. The event will include live music by Sarah Archer and Shirttail Kin, food, vendors, games, raffles, and pet blessings while raising money for medical and property needs. PanoramaNOW
- ➤ On Monday, July 28, the Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ held a groundbreaking ceremony for Catherine’s Cottage—set to be a home where the Sisters can age in place and extend their ministry—to mark a new chapter in serving the local community at The Center at Donaldson campus near Marian University’s Ancilla College building. Valpo Life
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The SSCVA and LaGrange County CVB use Flanagin's Bulk Mail Service (a trusted, cost-saving provider) to send travel guides that inform locals and visitors about upcoming events. The service has helped these groups for over two decades (ensuring guides reach readers quickly) and lower mailing costs. Valpo Life
- ➤ Peoples Bank reported its profit in the second quarter more than quadrupled compared to the first quarter — a sign of strong financial improvement. The bank will share more details on its performance in upcoming briefings. NWI Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Valpo Creative Council will host the VCC Mural Walk on August 23 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. downtown — featuring live mural painting by local artists at four new sites and six existing murals. The free event will include music, live painting and giveaways — it will move to August 30 if rain delays plans. PanoramaNOW
- ➤ Brewski Fest will be held on Friday the 22nd at Central Park Plaza in August and will offer classic beers, a retro dress code, live music beginning with the Rod Stewart Infatuation Tribute at 5:30 p.m., and food trucks. The festival will raise funds for American Legion Charles Pratt Post #94 — a charity that aids veterans and their families — as it celebrates beers from past generations. PanoramaNOW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Purdue University Northwest has started a clean energy program with students and teachers from East Chicago Central and Hammond Central high schools—offering hands-on lessons through classroom sessions, lab work, and visits to local energy sites this summer. The program is funded by a $100,000 grant from the NiSource Charitable Foundation and NIPSCO—helping students build skills for a cleaner energy future. NWI.LIFE
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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Annual Fundraisor-@Rogers Lakewood Park
10, 40, 60, & 100 mile bike ride 5k run and walk, 1 mile walk.
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Hometown Jams: Priscilla Block
4-6 p.m. — Northwest Health Amphitheater — Ticketed event — Enjoy live music from Priscilla Block at a vibrant local venue.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Brewski Fest 2025
5-10 p.m. — Central Park Plaza — Join in for a day filled with great beer, good music, and awesome vibes.
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Invincible - A Glorious Tribute to Michael Jackson
7-8:30 p.m. — Hard Rock Cafe Northern Indiana — Cost TBA — Experience a vibrant tribute to the King of Pop with live performances.
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The Late Summer Car, Truck, & Bike Show & Swap Meet
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Porter County Expo Center — $5 - $20 — Celebrate classic cars and motorcycles at a vibrant swap meet before Labor Day.
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