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Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025

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Good morning, Valparaiso. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • NIPSCO celebrated its 13th annual Hope for the Holidays campaign on Monday, Dec. 22 by donating $239,425 to 23 local organizations and providing 800+ new toys to 7 Toys for Tots chapters to support families in need this holiday season.  Valpo Life
  • Sunset Hill Farm County Park’s annual Winter Lights Drive Thru has been running since Nov. 22 and will illuminate the park until Jan. 1 — it also features a Marine Corps League Toys for Tots donation event at the entrance.  PanoramaNOW

BUSINESS NEWS

  • 1st Source Bank announced the promotion of Jennifer Manthey to Officer of the Bank. Manthey, who has worked at the bank since 2017 as Willowcreek Banking Center Manager (and is active in Kiwanis and the Chamber of Commerce), will serve in her new role.  Valpo Life

EDUCATION NEWS

  • In Valparaiso, the Northwest Indiana District 1 Firefighter Training Council partnered with the MAAC Foundation to host a career academy graduation for 11 firefighters from five local departments on Dec. 19. Graduates completed an intensive eleven-week course covering fire suppression + hazmat operations and rescue techniques.  Z107.1

HEALTH NEWS

  • Outpatient mental health services are increasingly used in Valparaiso as local providers expand flexible, clinic-based care to support well-being. The Midwest Center for Youth & Families offers special programs (including DBT) for young people to access therapy with minimal disruption to school and work.  Valpo Life
  • Valpo.Life has featured the top health articles for 2025 that cover local health care events including pediatric check-ups, community health fairs, and wellness symposiums at well-known venues (such as Central Park Plaza). The roundup offers valuable insights to help you stay informed about local health initiatives.  Valpo Life

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Wed, 12/24/25

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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.

    Wed, 12/31/25

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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.

    Sat, 1/17/26

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  • Bad Momz of Comedy

    7-10 p.m. — Memorial Opera House — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughter with the amazing Bad Momz of Comedy as seen on the Kelly Clarkson Show.

    Thu, 1/22/26

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The role of a writer is not to say what we all can say, but what we are unable to say.

~ Anais Nin

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