Saturday, September 21st, 2024

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Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Horizon Bank awarded the Go Beyond Community Service Award to advisors Krysta Loucks, Jennifer Shoup, Donna Willis, and Jennifer Wilson for their exceptional community engagement and leadership. NWI.LIFE
- ➤ Valparaiso to feature six homes in the Homebuilders Association's annual Parade of Homes, showcasing cutting-edge residential properties on select dates in September. PanoramaNOW
- ➤ Jesse Harper, the Porter County Center Township Trustee, was awarded Trustee of the Year for his community-building efforts, including hiring the Township's first social worker and implementing supportive initiatives. NWI Times
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Edward Naymon, 33, died following a single-vehicle motorcycle accident on State Road 49 near Valparaiso. NWI Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Harvest Tyme Family Farm in Lowell hosts a Wizard of Oz Festival featuring character meet-and-greets and various festivities this weekend. NWI Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A City Council member criticized Valparaiso Community Schools for not issuing a district-wide alert about unverified threats at Thomas Jefferson Middle School. NWI Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Drought Monitor has reported Moderate to Severe Drought conditions across much of Northwest Indiana and parts of Illinois as of September 19, 2024. XROCK 103.9
SHOP NEWS
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Scratch Cooking with Chef Amanda Salas at Journeyman Distillery
Experience the art and history of craft cooking with renowned chefs at Journeyman Distillery’s Meet the Makers Series in Valparaiso, IN.
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Fight Like a Girl: Women's Self-Defense Class
Learn essential self-defense techniques and situational awareness from experienced instructors at this empowering women's self-defense course.
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Fire Officer Strategy and Tactics Training Course
Learn essential strategies and tactics for senior firefighters and entry-level officers to function effectively as initial incident commanders.
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Annual Fall Harvest Festival & Antique Equipment Exhibition
Experience a celebration of agricultural heritage with antique equipment displays, steam engines, and a vibrant flea market at Sunset Hill Farm County Park.
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Valparaiso Brewfest: Indiana's Craft Beer Celebration
Experience the diverse flavors of craft beer at the 14th annual Valparaiso Brewfest, featuring over 200 unique brews from more than 80 breweries.
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2nd Annual Valparaiso Boys Basketball Golf Outing
Experience a day of golf at Valparaiso Country Club, with proceeds supporting the local Boys Basketball program.
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Monday Morning Madness Sale
Experience exclusive deals every Monday for two hours only at Hungry Hound Boutique & Grooming, featuring different sales each week.
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Paws to Read - Comfort Dog Visits
Experience the soothing presence of Caleb the Comfort Dog at the Valparaiso Public Library during monthly visits aimed at providing comfort and connection.
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Young Frankenstein: A Musical Comedy
Experience the electrifying adaptation of Mel Brooks' legendary film 'Young Frankenstein' as it comes to life at the Memorial Opera House with humor and unforgettable musical numbers.
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Actors From the London Stage presents Shakespeare's 'Twelfth Night'
The actors have performed in venues such as Shakespeare's Globe and the National Theatre in London. AFTLS has visited Valpo several times in the 2010s. As part of their visit this year, the actors will perform Twelfth Night in the Center for the Arts' University Theater on Friday evening, Oct. 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. CT - 3hr runtime w/ 15 intermission - $10/ticket can be purchased on the Center for the Arts website.
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