Good morning, Valparaiso.

United Way Northwest Indiana is offering financial assistance to residents who faced hardship after the Aug.

11 storms (supporting those most impacted) to help families recover.

Indiana drivers may benefit as Governor Mike Braun extends the state's gas tax holiday until Oct.

5 (helping offset rising pump prices seen in Chicago). Local motorists should plan ahead for potential fluctuations amid ongoing global oil market disruptions.

New job postings for Northwest Indiana job seekers are now available online; local residents can review career opportunities for immediate application.

Ivy Tech Community College announced its annual Chancellors’ Scholarship Event that will be held on Sept.

17 at Avalon Manor Banquet Center in Merrillville, featuring dinner, scholarship presentations and a Benefactor award to benefit Lake County and Valparaiso campuses (doors open at 5:30 p.m. CT) (tickets available until Sept. 10).

Ivy Tech Community College has announced its annual Chancellors’ Scholarship Event scheduled for Sept.

17 at Avalon Manor Banquet Center in Merrillville + event doors will open at 5:30 p.m. with dinner, awards, and Benefactor of the Year recognition benefiting students at its Lake County and Valparaiso Campuses.

Ivy Tech Community College announced its annual Chancellors’ Scholarship Event scheduled for Sept.

17 at Avalon Manor Banquet Center in Merrillville; doors open at 5:30 p.m. CT for dinner, scholarship presentations, and Benefactor of the Year recognition (tickets are available until Sept. 10).

Governor Braun and officials from ISP plus ICJI will boost patrols and set up sobriety checkpoints over Labor Day weekend to enforce Indiana traffic laws and deter impaired driving.