Center Township is one of twelve

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, United States. As of the 2010 census, its population was 43,267.

History

Center Township was organized in 1836, and named for its location at the geographic center of Porter County.

Cities and towns

The largest community in the township is Valparaiso.Porter County, Indiana Sesquicentennial, 150, 1836-1986 The

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CDP is also located in this township.

Education

Center Township is served by the Valparaiso Community Schools. Their high school is

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. Valparaiso is also the home of

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References

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Townships in Porter County, Indiana Townships in Indiana {{PorterCountyIN-geo-stub