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Monday, September 8th, 2025
Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, a train derailed in Valpo when a crew stopped to avoid a person on the tracks—no injuries were reported and crossings remain blocked but are expected to clear by Sunday evening. NWI Times
- ➤ Valparaiso police said a train with many cars derailed on Saturday, September 6 while assisting Fort Wayne to Chicago Railroad and reported that the empty vehicle haulers stayed upright — several crossings including Greenwich, Axe, Franklin, Washington, Lafayette, and Napoleon are temporarily closed as an investigation continues. Indiana 105
- ➤ Late Saturday night on September 6, 2025, Valparaiso police assisted the Fort Wayne to Chicago Railroad with a multi-car train derailment that left empty vehicles upright—several railroad crossings including Greenwich, Axe, Franklin, Washington, Lafayette and Napoleon streets were temporarily closed while motorists were advised to use Joliet Street to connect downtown with US 30 and officials reported no known threat to public safety. XROCK 103.9
- ➤ On Saturday, September 6, Valparaiso Police reported a multi-car train derailment of empty vehicle haulers along a local track that led to temporary closures at six crossings, an ongoing investigation, and a detour advising motorists to use Joliet Street — with no known threat to public safety. Z107.1
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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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Field Station Frenzy Trail Run & Walk 5K
8:15-11:00 a.m. — Indiana Dunes National Park Chellberg Farm — Cost info not listed — Enjoy a fun and scenic trail run or walk through the beautiful Indiana Dunes.
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