Good morning, Valparaiso.

Garber CDJR Valparaiso sponsored a fair and craft auction at Porter County Fair, offering winners a VIP experience with premium truck seating, upgraded parking pass plus food+drink credit to enjoy the event and connect with local neighbors.

United Way Northwest Indiana is urging locals to plan or update their wills during National Make-A-Will Month in August using a free online tool (the process takes about 20 minutes to produce a printable document that must be signed with two witnesses following state guidelines).

Grillo's Pickles plans to open a new manufacturing facility in Indiana — its popular pickles will soon be made there.

The announcement marks an expansion that could boost local production.

Valparaiso Creative Council will host the free 3rd Annual Mural Walk on Saturday, Aug.

22 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. across downtown, where live artists will transform walls into murals—with a rain date set for Aug. 29.

Jennifer Reed, Director of Special Events at Crossroads Chamber, shared her journey from grief after losing her husband + the shift from simply existing to actively choosing her future in the All About the Girls Part 11 feature released yesterday.

IU Northwest announced that several faculty received promotions and tenure effective July 1, and awards were presented to recognize distinguished service, research, and teaching.

Emeritus statuses were also granted for retiring faculty.

Purdue University Northwest will host school-supply giveaways on Aug.

6 and 7 to help families prepare for back-to-school.

Methodist Hospitals Foundation is hosting its 15th Annual Golf Outing this fall to raise funds to support local healthcare services in the community.

The fundraiser will help maintain vital health programs.

Valpo Kiwanis Corn Roast Festival

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