Daily
Valpo
Friday, September 26th, 2025
Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Tony Matt opened the region's first ninja warrior training facility in Valparaiso after repurposing playground equipment in his basement into an obstacle course inspired by his children watching American Ninja Warrior—he says the new facility will offer local families a fun, challenging workout. NWI Times
- ➤ The South Haven Fire Department dedicated a new Safe Haven baby box on Thursday—supported by the Knights of Columbus and Safe Haven Baby Boxes—to help new mothers safely surrender their babies at the fire station. The installation, the 397th managed by the organization, has helped save more than 200 babies and is part of a region-wide network. NWI Times
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Walt's Food Centers was sold after 88 years to Berkot's Super Foods—another south suburban grocery chain. The new owner will soon complete the transition to keep serving loyal customers. NWI Times
- ➤ Jeffrey Berglund has been named President of Berglund Construction. The new leader, the fourth in his family's leadership, will work with CEO Fred Berglund to guide company strategy and growth—building on a legacy that has spanned 114 years. NWI.LIFE
- ➤ Allegius Credit Union has expanded its loan programs—adding a Merchant Connect Finance Program to partner with local businesses—to offer members flexible and affordable financing for personal, auto, and credit card needs. Valpo Life
- ➤ NiSource received IURC approval for its NIPSCO Generation LLC—GenCo—declination petition that will let the company build and manage generation assets for data center customers while protecting current users and setting the stage for regional growth. Valpo Life
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Lubeznik Center for the Arts will host its free First Friday event on October 3 from 5–8 p.m., where the NWI Food Council will offer a market of fall harvest items such as flowers, pumpkins, and vegetables and speak about the FarmHer to Mama program at 6 p.m.—the event will also display photography exhibits by Kenyon Plohn and Tim Lace. NWI.LIFE
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ New job postings are now online for Northwest Indiana job seekers + the website lists many open positions to help applicants find their next career opportunity. NWI Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ivy Tech Community College is starting the Communication Across the Disciplines Speaker Series on Monday, September 29 from 2-3 p.m. CT at the Valparaiso Campus Auditorium — Dr. Kim Scipes will talk about global communication best practices. Valpo Life
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Allegius Credit Union explained that shared branching lets members use over 5,000 branches across the country to make deposits, withdrawals, transfers, and loan payments so they can manage their accounts while traveling or living away from home. The service is available at drive-up locations and can be located using the Allegius mobile app—ensuring customers stay connected even when away from their home branch. Valpo Life
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Shared Ethics Advisory Commission will hold its 2025 Ethics Summit on October 30 at Avalon Manor in Merrillville. Registration and breakfast begin at 8:00 a.m. with a panel of local NWI Mayors starting at 8:30 a.m. to discuss ethics in government and celebrate the commission's 20th anniversary; the summit is free and open to the public. Lakeshore Public Media
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The public can tour 27 new homes during this year's Parade of Homes in Lake and Porter Counties—an event that offers visitors a chance to see different house styles and unique features. NWI Times
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
The Haunted Pub Crawl of Valparaiso
7:30-10:00 p.m. — Franklin House — $27 — Explore Valparaiso's haunted history with a spirited walking tour featuring chilling tales and eerie establishments.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
If you're not willing to be mocked, you're not going to do anything new.
~ Jeff Bezos
About Daily Valpo
Welcome to the Daily Valpo, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Valparaiso, Indiana community. If you like the Daily Valpo, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Valparaiso.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Valparaiso and across Indiana. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Valpo
A free Valparaiso community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailyvalpo.com/sitemap