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Monday, August 18th, 2025

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Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of August.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Several new businesses are opening and changing in Northwest Indiana as Stan's Donuts opens its first Indiana store in Schererville on Sept. 6 at 6 a.m.—Olive Garden will start at the AmeriPlex in Portage, Church's Chicken reopens at 204 N. Calumet Ave. in Valparaiso, What's Shaken Cafe now serves in Schererville, Victory Nissan celebrates a new location in Chesterton, and South Shore Public Relations will soon have a Michigan City office. The Yoga Room in Crown Point has closed its doors and will run online only after Oct. 4.  NWI Times

EVENTS

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  • 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.

    Wed, 8/20/25

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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.

    Thu, 8/21/25

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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.

    Fri, 8/22/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 8/23/25

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  • 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.

    Sun, 8/24/25

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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