Good morning, Valparaiso.

The La Porte County Symphony Orchestra announced that the 20th Annual Hoosier Star vocal competition will be held on September 13 at the La Porte Civic Auditorium.

Nine previous winners will compete for the title Hoosier Star of Stars and a cash prize as the fundraiser event will feature performances accompanied by the Symphony under Dr. Carolyn Watson's baton.

The East Porter County School Board voted Monday night to censure board member Natalie Bowersock — who filed a lawsuit against the district last month.

The decision came after her legal action and marks a clear response by the board.

Valparaiso City Services resumed unidirectional flushing of water mains on September 10 across the south side to improve water quality and fire protection, operating mostly from 7 am—4 pm with some overnight work; the four-week program may cause discolored water and customers are advised to run cold water if needed.

INDOT will host winter seasonal hiring events on September 23 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at several state sites and on October 7 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the Southeast district.

The events will include on-site interviews for full-time highway maintenance and on-call snowplow positions from November through early April—INDOT team members will answer questions—to help candidates learn about job opportunities.

Sara Skowronski began working at Bronze Sol Tanning Salons right after high school and rose to become the store manager before returning as the director of a local preschool.

She now runs both teams—balancing work with family time at baseball games while caring for her growing flock of chickens that earned her the nickname 'The Crazy Chicken Lady.'

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Haunted Pub Crawl of Valparaiso

7:30-10 p.m. — Franklin House — $27 — Explore Valparaiso's haunted history on a spook-tacular walking tour with eerie tales and spirits.