Daily
Valpo
Monday, December 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 22nd of December.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Meijer plans to open a 75,000 sqft grocery store on Calumet Avenue. The new store will focus on groceries rather than offering the usual range of home goods. NWI Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Valparaiso Community Schools is proposing a one-year contract for teachers that includes a $2,000 raise for returning educators. NWI Times
- ➤ Valparaiso school leaders are including school resource officers (SROs) in the 2026 budget process to boost campus safety. Officials will review funding and roles to guide decisions for the upcoming school year. NWI Times
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14th Annual Chesterton Christmas Eve Jingle Bell Run
8-11 a.m. — Running Vines Winery — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday spirit with a festive fun run benefiting local charity.
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NYE Wines & Wishes
5-11:59 p.m. — Trailyard by Shady Creek Winery — Reservations recommended — Savor a delicious 3-course Surf & Turf dinner special to celebrate the New Year.
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Veterans of Comedy
7-10 p.m. — Art Theater — $25 General Admission — Enjoy a night of laughter hosted by Alex Ortiz with featured performances from Zako Ryan, Kirk Mchenry, and Robert Day.
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No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Margaret Atwood
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