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Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Veteran Patrick 'Pete' Goodpaster served in the USMC and has lived in Porter County for 55 years — 50 in Kouts and five in Valparaiso — before joining the American Legion to support his fellow veterans. He now directs the Valparaiso Post 94 American Legion Riders and leads volunteer projects to give back to the community. Valpo Life
- ➤ On Monday, August 4, CompressAir joined Operation Feed La Porte County at the fairgrounds to stock a trailer with 7,000 pounds of non-perishable food and a record 9,000 pounds of meat — local volunteers and donors helped supply high-quality protein and essentials to food pantries. NWI.LIFE
- ➤ Churches across the region are expanding youth ministries with new programs designed to build leadership skills in young people—these innovative efforts aim to prepare future community leaders. NWI Times
- ➤ CoAction received the Trailblazer Award from IHCDA on August 4 for its Diversion Advocacy Program that prevents homelessness by linking families to immediate housing alternatives and community support—leaders said the honor validates their proactive approach. Valpo Life
SPORTS NEWS
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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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