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Monday, October 6th, 2025

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Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of October.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Several local businesses have changed operations as Arrenello’s Pizza, Copper Room, Foreign Local Brewery, a cookie farmstand and Maxwell Street Pizza opened while Beach Box, Miller Bean Ice Cream, The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, La Caretta and Swingers also began operations — Region Gaming Esports Center closed.  NWI Times
  • Developers plan to build a new entertainment complex—featuring basketball, theatre and other attractions—at Southlake Mall.  NWI Times

FINANCE NEWS

  • Local financial experts urge residents to begin end-of-year planning today by reviewing budgets and setting financial goals—this advice comes as the financial stretch of 2025 unfolds.  NWI Times

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Councilwoman Barbara Domer said that involving citizens in the redistricting process could lead to more competitive races — she expects the proposal to boost fairness in future elections.  NWI Times

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 10/11/25

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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.

    Mon, 10/13/25

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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.

    Wed, 10/15/25

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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.

    Sat, 10/18/25

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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.

    Wed, 10/22/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 10/25/25

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  • Toastmasters, public speaking

    Public speaking tips and enjoying stories at Valparaiso Library, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

    Wed, 10/29/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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