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Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The free, family-friendly Brewfest Biergarten event will run Friday, September 26 from 4:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.—offering German style craft beers, food vendors, and live music in a traditional setting while food and drink are available for purchase and valid ID is required for alcohol. PanoramaNOW
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Purdue University Northwest invites prospective students and their families to join Preview PNW on Saturday, Oct. 18 at its Hammond campus from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.—the event will feature campus tours, firsthand information on academic programs, admissions, financial aid and waived application fees for those who apply during the session. Valpo Life
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Porter County is facing a multi-million dollar shortfall next year because Senate Enrolled Act 1 will cut property tax revenue and challenge funding until 2028. The county council approved most spending requests for 2026—department heads have already given proposals, and the Sheriff's Office, Jail and Prosecutor will present theirs on Thursday. Lakeshore Public Media
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Northwest Health welcomed board-certified general and trauma surgeon Dr. Reuben Rutland—who joined the Northwest Medical Group office at 85 E. U.S. Highway 6 where he works with four other surgeons—to enhance surgical care in the community. Valpo Life
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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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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.
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Writing in the Woods Poetry Workshop
3:30-5:30 p.m. — Meadowbrook Nature Preserve — Free entry — Celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day with a creative poetry workshop led by local experts.
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The Oogie Boogie Man Painting Event
6-8 p.m. — Four Corners Winery — Tickets required — Unleash your creativity with a glow-in-the-dark Halloween painting experience.
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The Haunted Pub Crawl of Valparaiso
7:30-10 p.m. — Franklin House — $27 — Embark on a spooky walking tour exploring Valparaiso's haunted history and ghostly establishments.
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The Boo Pumpkin Painting Event
6-8 p.m. — Smoketown Blues — Ticketed — Experience a spooktacular painting session with friends or solo while enjoying delicious food.
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