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Thursday, August 21st, 2025
Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Team Chevy celebrated 25 years serving the Valparaiso community with a dealership cookout on August 13 — General Manager Dave Brubaker recognized employees marking milestones from one to 10 years, showing the dealership's long-standing service to the area. Valpo Life
- ➤ The flooding of the BP Whiting Refinery during Monday's storm caused wholesale gas prices in the Midwest to rise by 4—6 cents a gallon, experts said. Crews in Whiting continued cleanup efforts and removed hazardous sheen from nearby streets—ensuring the refinery operates safely. NWI Times
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The 2020 hit-and-run on East Michigan Boulevard remains unsolved—the statute of limitations nears expiration and Tara Stevens was struck while crossing the street by a dark-colored GMC. NWI Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Valparaiso is set to host the World Cultural Festival on Sunday, August 24 from 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm at Central Park Plaza—where live music, dance, international cuisine, and a Parade of Nations starting at 3:00 pm will celebrate global culture and community unity. PanoramaNOW
- ➤ Paladin Inc. held its annual summer prom on August 15 at New Creation Vineyard Church and at other venues across Northwest Indiana—serving members a free, formal luncheon and dance. Brenda Flowers explained the event let attendees dress up and enjoy a unique day prom, thanks to community donors who helped cover costs—making the celebration a memorable start to summer. NWI.LIFE
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Crossroads Chamber and CWI will host a breakfast on Tuesday, September 9 at the South Shore Convention to discuss Indiana's new graduation requirements and workforce readiness with Indiana's first Secretary of Education, Dr. Katie Jenner—Purdue Federal Credit Union sponsors the event with registration starting at 8:15 a.m. and a presentation scheduled for 9:00 a.m. NWI.LIFE
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Sounds of Sarah will launch a new mobile crisis unit—funded by a $1 million grant—to pair licensed clinicians with trained peer support specialists for immediate help and to connect individuals to needed resources. NWI Times
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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