Daily
Valpo
Friday, August 8th, 2025
Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Urban League of Northwest Indiana will celebrate its 80th anniversary and Dr. Vanessa Allen-McCloud’s 15 years as president at an Oak Jubilee Celebration on August 21 at Indiana University Northwest. Doors open at 5:00 p.m.—Howard Hewett will perform during the reception and concert gala. NWI.LIFE
- ➤ Lerner & Rowe has partnered with more than 30 local groups to support community events like meal giveaways and school supply distributions. The firm says strong partnerships build a better town & plans to continue its long history of service in the area. Valpo Life
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A new wedding venue called The Reserve is set to open in a historic bank lobby — merging Chicago-caliber style with affordable pricing — to serve local celebrations. NWI Times
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Valparaiso man will repay $123,523 for a fuel tank scam as the EPA+state partners work to prosecute fraud that harms environmental programs. NWI Times
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ New job postings for Northwest Indiana job seekers are now available online — offering varied opportunities for local applicants to secure their next job. NWI Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Porter County Board of Commissioners approved an ordinance that once again allows homes and businesses in unincorporated areas to install personal solar energy systems—renewing a familiar option for local residents. NWI Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Franciscan Health will host the SHE Women’s Health Conference on Oct. 4 (8 a.m.-5 p.m.) at the Great Hall at Purdue University Northwest in Westville to help empower women to advocate for their health. Registration is open for women 18 and older at a $10 fee, with tickets due by Sept. 12 and exhibitor opportunities closing on Aug. 29. Valpo Life
-
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.
-
Hayden Coffman Concert
5-11 p.m. — Sunset Hill Farm County Park — Entry Details Unavailable — Experience a night of fantastic music in the new amphitheater.
-
Valparaiso Popcorn Festival (46th Annual)
2-8 p.m. — Central Park Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate 46 years of popcorn fun with a parade, vendors, music, and family-friendly activities.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The first draft of anything is garbage.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Daily Valpo
Welcome to the Daily Valpo, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Valparaiso, Indiana community. If you like the Daily Valpo, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Valparaiso.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Valparaiso and across Indiana. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Valpo
A free Valparaiso community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailyvalpo.com/sitemap