“Bringing Nature Home” Awards Program Applications Due July 15

By: Shirley Heinze Land Trust Last Updated: April 30, 2019

Shirley Heinze Land Trust announces the ninth annual “Bringing Nature Home” Awards program. The initiative recognizes those who landscape their grounds or yards using plant species that are native to northwestern Indiana. Businesses,...

Participate in Hammond’s Summer Recreation

By: City of Hammond Last Updated: April 18, 2019

Participate in Hammond’s Summer Recreation Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. cordially invites Hammond children, ages 6-11, to enjoy the City of Hammond’s Summer Recreation program. The fun will begin June 10 and go through July 12, weather permitting. This five week program will run Monday...

The Panhandle Pathway is proof of hard work and collaboration

By: Mandy Haack Last Updated: April 3, 2019

The Panhandle Pathway is proof of hard work and collaboration The beautiful 22-mile-long Panhandle Pathway stretches from Winamac all the way south to Kenneth. It connects the communities of Star City, Thornhope, and Royal Center along the paved surface. The trail, once a part of a former Pennsylvania Railroad...

Orville MIA: someone swipes Valparaiso landmark

By: Kellyn Vale Last Updated: April 1, 2019

Orville MIA: someone swipes Valparaiso landmark April Fools!

Valpo Parks and Dr. E. Ric Frataccia honored by Indiana Parks and Recreation Association

By: Valpo Parks Last Updated: March 1, 2019

Valpo Parks and Dr. E. Ric Frataccia honored by Indiana Parks and Recreation Association Indiana Parks & Recreation Association honored award winners from around the state Wednesday, February 20, 2019 at its annual conference in French Lick, Indiana. Valpo Parks received the Exceptional Park Design Award for Tower Park and the...

Announcing the Indiana Dunes National Park

By: Congressman Peter Visclosky Last Updated: February 15, 2019

Announcing the Indiana Dunes National Park Congressman Pete Visclosky (D-IN-1), Congresswoman Jackie Walorski (R-IN-2), and U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-IN) are pleased to announce that the 61st National Park in the United States and the first National Park for the state of Indiana is the...

Valpo Parks Foundation 501(c)3 Elects 2019 Officers, Adds Three Members to the Board

By: Valpo Parks Last Updated: January 30, 2019

Valpo Parks Foundation, is pleased to announce the addition of three new board members. Brandi Anstine, Chief Branding Officer with HealthLinc; Dr. Jim McCall, Assistant Superintendent with Valparaiso Community Schools; and Family Express’s...

Valpo Parks Foundation “Leaders Giving Back” Continues with Newly Named Biff Geiss Rookie Baseball League and Youth Sports Fund

By: Valpo Parks Last Updated: January 24, 2019

The Valpo Parks Foundation “Leaders Giving Back” Campaign that led the efforts to renovate Tower Park basketball courts and baseball field is now moving into the next stage to improve our parks and park programs. Just as Tower Park was initiated...

Crowdfunding Campaign Launched for “Fort La Play Porte Redesign and Rebuild” Project

By: City of La Porte Last Updated: January 23, 2019

Crowdfunding Campaign Launched for “Fort La Play Porte Redesign and Rebuild” Project La Porte residents will soon be able to enjoy the redesigned Fort La Play Porte playground at Kesling Park with a successful crownfunding campaign launched today. The campaign is sponsored by the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority...

Valpo Parks Ice Rink Offers Extended Holiday Hours

By: Valpo Parks Last Updated: December 26, 2018

Valpo Parks Ice Rink Offers Extended Holiday Hours Valpo Parks ice rink will be offering extended holiday hours beginning at 12 noon, Thursday, December 20, 2018. Skate admission is $5 per person and skate rental is $4. All ages and abilities are welcome. Skate aids, ADA skate sled, lockers, skate...