Category Archives: Our Communities
Resurfacing Work on Silhavy Road in Valparaiso
In Valparaiso, work on Silhavy Road continues, with resurfacing underway and traffic restricted between the roundabout and the railroad tracks south of Evans Avenue. The pathway and sidewalk remain cl...
Joey Martin Apr 27, 2022
Freeze Warning Issued for the Region
Freeze warnings have been issued for Northwest Indiana for overnight tonight into early Wednesday. The National Weather Service Chicago says widespread frost and freezing conditions are expected and s...
Joey Martin Apr 26, 2022

Valparaiso Re-Launches BikeShare Program
(Image provided) In Valparaiso, a popular bikeshare program is back after a 2 year hiatus sparked by the pandemic. The city has partnered with Tandem Mobility to re-launch the rental program which inc...
Joey Martin Apr 25, 2022
Community Healthcare System Job Fair
In Valparaiso, an event for job seekers this week — Community Healthcare system is hosting a job fair Thursday April 28th, 5 to 8 pm, at Valparaiso Health Center of St. Mary Medical Center on St...
Joey Martin Apr 25, 2022
Indiana Senate District 5 Communities Awarded 4.5 Million Through State Grant Program
Indiana District 5 Senator, Ed Charbonneau says district communities will receive more than four-point-five million dollars to through Indiana’s Community Crossings Matching Grant Program. The f...
Joey Martin Apr 20, 2022
Water Main Break; Precautionary Boil Advisory Issued for Large Portion of Valparaiso
From Valparaiso City Utilities Department of Water Works: As of this evening (Monday April 18, 2022), Valparaiso City Utilities field service crews are responding to a large 12-inch water main break a...
Joey Martin Apr 19, 2022
IUN's "CURE" Offers Unique, Adult Learning Opportunities
IU Northwest says its Center for Urban and Regional Excellence is offering a wide range of free and low-cost courses and educational programs for citizens of all ages. Learning opportunities are avail...
Joey Martin Apr 18, 2022
Arbor Day Celebration Returns to Gabis Arboretum
NIPSCO and Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest announce their ninth annual Arbor Day Celebration will be held Friday, April 29th at 5:30pm. The event at the arboretum will include a planting ceremony,...
Joey Martin Apr 18, 2022
Registration Continues for Valpo Parks Youth Summer Sports Programs
The Valparaiso Parks Department is reminding residents about their upcoming youth summer sports programs. Registration for Rookie League and Minors League baseball programs will end Monday, April 25th...
Joey Martin Apr 18, 2022
Gabis Arboretum Volunteer Kick-Off Meeting Thursday
Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest is looking to add more volunteers to its team. Those interested in learning more can attend the Gabis Arboretum Volunteer Kick-Off Meeting this Thursday, April 21st...
Joey Martin Apr 18, 2022