Valparaiso Grants, Recycling Events, and More | Chicago News

Valparaiso’s new neighborhood grants aim to fund community projects and improve shared spaces—details coming soon. Meanwhile, Plastic Free July kicks off with a free screening of “The Story of Plastic” at the Valparaiso Public Library, followed by a Q&A with local experts. The Lake County Veterans Service Office has moved to room A-311 on the third floor—call 219-755-3285 to schedule an appointment. Don’t forget the Household Hazardous Waste Collection on July 18th at Boone Grove Middle School, 9 AM to 2 PM. And for golf lovers, the Northwest Indiana Mason Contractors Association’s annual outing is August 20th at White Hawk Country Club—register now. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/284499c2e18961fd