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Saturday, August 30th, 2025
Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Valparaiso and Valpo Parks renewed a 10-year naming rights agreement with Indiana Beverage so that Central Park Plaza will continue as the Indiana Beverage Activity Center—ensuring the area remains a key hub for local recreation. The renewed partnership shows ongoing commitment to provide valuable community programs. Valpo Life
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ East Porter School Board member Natalie Bowersock filed a lawsuit Tuesday against the district, its superintendent and the governing board after officials barred her from school property by issuing a cease and desist letter and a criminal trespass warning following a private event. She now seeks a temporary restraining order from a Porter County judge—claiming the ban was used to force her off the board. NWI Times
- ➤ Wheeler High School seniors held their Senior Sunrise on August 21 at the school football field to watch the sunrise together and take photos with special frames. Today, the Class Council revived the parking spot painting tradition after principal Ryan Kruszka approved the plan — seniors plan to use personal designs and graduation jokes on their spots. Valpo Life
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Older adults can visit local health fairs, senior centers, and pharmacies for health screenings that check for issues like high blood pressure, diabetes, or memory problems—many of these tests are free or low cost. The screenings help people work with their doctors to catch problems early and stay independent. NWI.LIFE
- ➤ Federal officials confirmed that companies are recalling tens of thousands of imported shrimp sold at Mariano's, Kroger and local stores because they may contain Cesium‑137— a radioactive substance that might pose health concerns over time. Affected products were sold between July 24 and August 16 in stores in Indiana and Illinois as the FDA investigates the source of the contamination. ABC 7
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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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South Shore Roller Derby
5 p.m. — William E Urschel Pavilion — Exciting roller derby action — Experience the thrilling season opener of Northwest Indiana's premier roller derby league.
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Bonfire: Tribute to AC/DC
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Memorial Opera House — $25-$50 — Get ready to rock with BONFIRE, the Midwest’s premier AC/DC tribute band delivering an electrifying show.
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Valpo Brewfest
1-4 p.m. — Central Park Plaza — Food and beverage available for purchase — Celebrate craft beer with German style brews, tasty bites, and live music.
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