Good morning, Valparaiso.

A series of Top 10 community articles on Valpo.Life recaps the year's memorable events, such as the new Center for Games and Interactive Entertainment opening and volunteer appreciation lunches.

Local leaders and businesses have supported youth through STEAM events and other initiatives plus a range of community projects.

BucherTech awarded $30,000 to 15 local nonprofits to help update aging technology & boost community services, and since 2019 its program has given nearly $100,000 in grants.

The company will open early applications for its 2026 round as it nears its 25th anniversary.

NIPSCO donated $239,425 to local charities and gave 800 toys to needy children this holiday season + the effort bolsters care in our community.

Pa's Chicken Coupe has opened a new location in Portage, expanding its reach from Westville and serving its famed roasted & pressure-fried chicken to more customers.

City officials released the West Street Corridor Study to create a walkable, connected, and economically vibrant gateway along U.S. 30 from Hayes Leonard Road to Campbell Street.

Residents & business owners are invited to review the three-phase plan and share feedback on the city website.

Today, the UofL and IU men's basketball teams played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis as part of the CareSource Invitational supporting youth mental health.

CareSource Foundation donated $25,000 at halftime to two local providers to boost mental health resources.

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.

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.

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.