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Friday, August 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of August.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Lake Ridge School Board selected a firm for its superintendent search—sharing five key facts about the decision Monday night. The board will work with the firm to guide the search for a new superintendent. NWI Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Indiana Dunes State Park turned 100 years old after its founding in 1925 and will hold a centennial celebration on Sept. 20 to mark its storied past and status as the most visited state park with nearly 2 million visitors last year. The park spans 2,182 acres along Lake Michigan and is known for its diverse landscapes—offering beaches, trails, and abundant wildlife. NWI Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nicole Gladstone is named president and CEO of the MAAC Foundation effective September 1—she will lead the nonprofit training campus for firefighters, EMS, law enforcement, and K‑9 units to build on its strong legacy in Valparaiso. XROCK 103.9
- ➤ The Valparaiso City Council overrode a veto and outlined five key points that will change city policy. Officials said the move will guide future spending and decision making. NWI Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Franciscan Behavioral Health Services will host a free Suicide Prevention and Community Resources event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on September 20 in the employee parking lot at Franciscan Health Dyer, 24 Joliet St.—the event will offer live testimonials from survivors and family members, a 1:45 p.m. moment of silence, mental health resource information, and food for those in need. Valpo Life
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
You will never be able to escape from your heart. So it's better to listen to what it has to say.
~ Paulo Coelho
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