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Friday, October 31st, 2025
Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Edge of Liberty— a privately owned four-acre farm on Calumet Ave north of Valparaiso— will host its craft fair on November 2 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., offering handmade goods, fresh organic produce, and food trucks for local visitors. PanoramaNOW
- ➤ Registration is open for the Valparaiso Turkey Trot, a 5K walk/run scheduled for November 27th from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Hosted by the Porter-Starke Services Foundation, the event supports mental health and wellness programs and features a new packet pick up at Extra Mile Fitness Company—return service runs from Valparaiso High School to the YMCA. PanoramaNOW
- ➤ Toni Modglin, a determined advocate for disabled people and their families in Northwest Indiana, earned her degrees during the COVID-19 pandemic and became the executive director of Porter County Aging and Community Services in July. She continues to use her experience and hard work to stand up for those without voices—making a lasting impact in the community. NWI.LIFE
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ CertaPro Painters of Northwest Indiana remains committed to high customer satisfaction as its team builds a strong reputation with a 4.9-star rating from over 800 reviews. The company, founded in 2013 by John Jordan, recently hosted a customer appreciation lunch—showing how its family-like culture and quality service drive its success. Valpo Life
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ More than 75 artisans and vendors will gather at Chesterton High School for Tri Kappa’s Holiday Market on November 1st—offering local handmade goods from crafts to organic baked items and a selfie station by Spare Room Studios. All proceeds will support charity, culture, and education in the community. PanoramaNOW
- ➤ The South Shore Brass Band will perform live music with Valparaiso Middle School and Chesterton Middle School on November 2 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.—tickets cost $10 for adults and $8 for seniors at the door. PanoramaNOW
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Valparaiso Economic Development Corporation hosted a breakfast meeting at Avalon Manor on October 29 to update community investors and local leaders on progress and upcoming projects for its 5-Year Initiative—detailing plans that will drive future growth in the area. Valpo Life
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ University of Chicago Medicine Crown Point announced it is expanding its 130,000 square foot facility in Crown Point with a 7,500 square foot addition (including 18 new exam rooms, a new X-ray unit, an extra operating room, two procedure rooms and five pre/postsurgical bays). Construction on the multispecialty clinic area will be finished early next year while work on the ambulatory surgery center will be completed in spring. XROCK 103.9
- ➤ Northwest Health La Porte and Northwest Health Porter hosted festive trunk-or-treat events for staff and families earlier this week. Parking lots were transformed into Halloween settings with themed trunks, costumes, and treats, and hospital leaders praised the gathering as a cherished tradition. Valpo Life
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi’s Four Winds Casinos has announced a series of promotions for November — including a 50% Veterans Day discount, Friday cash flurries, Lexus & Loot drawings, Senior Day prize plays, Thanksgiving buffet deals, and a Black Friday cash frenzy. Guests must visit a casino location and use their W—Players Club card to earn free entries and participate in hourly prize drawings. NWI.LIFE
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Open Meeting
12-8 p.m. — Fraternal Order of Eagles — Free entry — Monthly gathering for Chapter 102 with sign-in and meeting starting at 6:30 p.m.
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Porter County Sports & Trading Card Show
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Porter County Fairgrounds — Tables available — Browse 100 tables of sports cards, trading cards, collectibles, and memorabilia!
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Healthy Family Day at Valparaiso YMCA
9 a.m. - noon — Valparaiso Family YMCA — Free entry — Explore resources and activities for a healthier family lifestyle.
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Wreath Making Class
12:00 PM — Trailyard by Shady Creek Winery — Materials included — Create a festive wreath for the holiday season.
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Pink Friday Sales Event
9 AM – 7 PM — Hungry Hound Boutique & Grooming — Free entry — Discover amazing deals while supporting your local pet boutique this Pink Friday.
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Watercolor Painting Class
Afternoon — Sunset Hill Farm County Park — All supplies included — Unleash your creativity in a relaxing watercolor session amidst nature.
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A Charlie Brown Christmas
Nov 28 – Dec 21 — Chicago Street Theatre — Family-friendly show — Experience the heartwarming story of A Charlie Brown Christmas brought to life on stage.
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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
7-9 p.m. — Memorial Opera House — Ticketed event — Experience the whimsical journey through Willy Wonka's magical factory with Charlie Bucket and friends.
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