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Thursday, August 28th, 2025
Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of August.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Immanuel Lutheran Church & School held a groundbreaking ceremony on August 24 to begin building a new middle school wing on its north side, with Larson-Danielson and Facet Architecture set to design and construct the project. The event celebrated the school’s 75-year history — part of a capital campaign that has raised over $14 million toward a $20 million goal to boost student enrollment and serve the local community. NWI.LIFE
- ➤ Valparaiso Community Schools has proposed a $105 million budget that reveals five key facts—details on spending and funding that will guide future decisions. District leaders will review the proposal in upcoming meetings. NWI Times
- ➤ Natalie Bowersock is suing the school district after she claims officials barred her from school property and used a trespass ban to force her off the board—she alleges these actions were retaliatory. NWI Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Northwest Indiana Breast Care Center updated its High-Risk Breast Program to help women with a family history of cancer get screened 10 years before a relative’s diagnosis—physicians can now order genetic tests online and arrange follow-ups with a genetic counselor for early detection. Valpo Life
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Marvella will host a star-studded groundbreaking ceremony this fall for its $98 million women and girls sports complex south of Fair Oaks Farms in Newton County — the 300,000-square-foot facility will include multiple sports fields and training areas — with appearances by Suzie Kolber, Tamika Catchings, Muffet McGraw and Lauren Holiday to boost opportunities for young athletes. NWI Times
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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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