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Stop by AnchorPoint Insurance Solutions, LLC Open House Thursday February 6th

Stop by AnchorPoint Insurance Solutions, LLC OPEN HOUSE/Ribbon Cutting on Thursday February 6th from 4p-7p at 425 Sand Creek Drive in Chesterton . Find out about Auto, Home, and Life Insurance. Enjoy light refreshments and beverages. Experience the excitement and enjoy exclusive offers. For more information call 219-338-2090 or visit www.anchorpointins.com. #wims #nwi #loclaradio #chesterton Chesterton Physical Therapy, Inc.

February 3rd, 2025|Local News|

Brides-to-Be, This One’s for You! Looking for a Wedding Dress-we have got you

👰 Brides-to-Be, This One’s for You! 👰Looking for a Wedding Dress-we have got you covered-stunning gowns available at incredible prices-see below   The Goodwill Store in Lansing, IL (near Gary/Hammond) just received a large donation of wedding dresses! If you're planning your big day, now’s your chance to find a stunning gown at an unbeatable price. Most dresses range from $29.99-$99.99, with more detailed designs at $149.00. Not only will you save big, but every purchase supports free community programs that provide job training, education, and other resources to those in need.   Visit Goodwill at 3679 Ridge Rd in

February 3rd, 2025|Local News|

Get Ready for the 10th Anniversary of Red, Wine, and Brew June 27th-29th

Get Ready for the 10h Anniversary of Red Wine and Brew June 27th-29th featuring Big & Rich with Cowboy Troy along with Parmalee, Lee Greenwood Dillon Carmichael Frank Ray and Shy Carter. Tickets go on sale on February 10th, 2025. For more information visit www.redwineandbrewfest.com. #wims #nwi #localradio

February 2nd, 2025|Local News|

Franciscan Health hosting free car seat safety event in Griffith

Franciscan Health Trauma Services is hosting a free car seat safety event in partnership with the Griffith Fire Department on Friday, Feb. 21. The event is scheduled to take place from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Griffith Fire Department’s Station #1 at 130 N. Lafayette St. A nationally certified child passenger safety technician will work with participants to teach them how to properly install a car seat. The child who uses the car seat must be present at the appointment in order for the technician to provide appropriate guidance. Women in their third trimester of pregnancy may attend as

February 2nd, 2025|Local News|

Food Bank of Northern Indiana Mobile Food Distributions for February 2025

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 – LaPorte County 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. CT *While supplies last. Where: LaCrosse Apostolic Christian Church, 508 Mill St., LaCrosse, IN 46348 *This distribution is sponsored by Citizens Concerned for the Homeless and will serve 100 households. Wednesday, February 12, 2025 – Marshall County 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. ET *While supplies last. Where: Plymouth Parks, 1660 N. Michigan St. Plymouth, IN 46563 (Located by the Pool Parking Lot), Plymouth, IN 46563 *This distribution is sponsored by Kroger and will serve 200 households. Thursday, February 13, 2025 – St. Joseph County 1 p.m. – 3

February 2nd, 2025|Local News|

Young, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Help Small Businesses Adopt Digital Tools

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.), Ted Budd (R-N.C.), and Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) introduced legislation to help small business owners integrate digital tools into their businesses. The Small Business Technological Advancement Act would clarify that small businesses can utilize the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) 7(a) loan program to finance technology that supports daily operations, including inventory management, product delivery, and accounting systems. “Small businesses are the lifeblood of Indiana’s economy,” said Senator Young. “Our bill will promote the adoption of digital tools so that Hoosier small businesses can better compete in today’s economy.”   “Small businesses

February 2nd, 2025|Local News|

🏈 The Sunday Blitz Coaches Edition at 11am this morning on WIMS

🏈 The Sunday Blitz Coaches Edition at 11am this morning here on WIMS with William Hatczel and Dan Levy   📅 This Sunday at 11 AM on WIMS on AM 1420, 95.1FM, 106.7FMValparaiso and we stream on wimsradio.com 🎙️ Guests: Former NFL head coaches Dave Wannstedt & Marty Mornhinweg, plus @DonKleppin 🔥 Segments: Game Balls, Clowns of the Week, You Say It, We Play It, & BARGUMENTS!   Breaking down the game with the guys who lived it—don’t miss it! #NFL

February 2nd, 2025|Local News|

Mrvan Announces Plans to Move Northwest Indiana Office

Congressman Frank J. Mrvan announced plans to move his Northwest Indiana office to 8001 Broadway, Suite 102, in Merrillville.  Congressman Mrvan’s Northwest Indiana office will be closed on Monday, February 3, and Tuesday, February 4, to accommodate the move, and will reopen at noon on Wednesday, February 5th.  The telephone, fax, and email addresses for the Northwest Indiana office will remain unchanged. Congressman Mrvan stated, “Our office’s top priority is to serve the people of Northwest Indiana, and it is my hope that this new office location will better accommodate all constituents and facilitate our services.” The contact information for

February 1st, 2025|Local News|

Indiana Jumps to Sixth in the Nation in Reading

In just two years, Indiana students have improved to sixth in the nation in reading according to results from the 2024 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) rankings. This is the highest Indiana has ever ranked in fourth grade reading and follows the state’s historic investments in a number of comprehensive, strategic solutions aimed at helping more students learn to read. “Over the past three years, Indiana has taken an all-hands-on-deck approach to solving our literacy crisis, and today we see that without a doubt, this work is making a difference,” said Dr. Katie Jenner, Indiana Secretary of Education. “This new

February 1st, 2025|Local News|

Elkhart Man Sentenced to 228 Months in Prison For Drug and Gun Offenses

SOUTH BEND – Adam Motheral, 50 years old, of Elkhart, Indiana, was sentenced by United States District Court Judge Damon R. Leichty after pleading guilty to distributing methamphetamine and possessing a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking offense, announced Acting United States Attorney Tina L. Nommay. Motheral was sentenced to 228 months in prison followed by 4 years of supervised release.   According to documents in the case, between October 2023 and February 2024, Motheral sold four firearms and over 400 grams of high purity methamphetamine to buyers in Elkhart. A search of his residence resulted in the recovery

February 1st, 2025|Local News|

NIPSCO MARKS NATIONAL ENERGY ASSISTANCE DAY ON JAN. 31

NIPSCO MARKS NATIONAL ENERGY ASSISTANCE DAY ON JAN. 31 Programs available to income-eligible customers MERRILLVILLE, Ind. — In observance of National Energy Assistance Day on Jan. 31, 2025, Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC (NIPSCO) wants to remind customers of energy assistance programs available to those facing financial difficulties with energy bills or paying past-due balances. “Our priority is to ensure every customer has access to the energy they need to keep their home safe and warm during the cold winter months,” said Vince Parisi, NIPSCO’s President and Chief Operating Officer. “We are here for you and want to work

January 31st, 2025|Local News|

MCHS MCJROTC Earns Award In Cyber Security Competition

The Michigan City High School (MCHS) Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (MCJROTC) finished second in the small-school category during the state round of CyberPatriot. CyberPatriot is a national high school competition in which students act as security managers of an organization’s virtual information system. They must defend against and then counterattack a cyber attack. Finalists compete in an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, DC, for the national championship. “With so much attention currently being paid to Artificial Intelligence, CyberPatriot offers tremendous insight into a possible high-paying career with much job satisfaction,” said Major Tom McGrath, the Senior Marine Instructor.

January 31st, 2025|Local News|

Franciscan Health Crown Point hosting doula workshop

CROWN POINT, Indiana -- Franciscan Health Crown Point is hosting a doula certification workshop over two weekends in March. Doulas are trained professionals who provide continuous physical, emotional and informational support to their clients before, during and shortly after childbirth. A doula may help communicate a woman's birth plan, create a comfortable environment during delivery or simply provide the general support a family may seek during this pivotal time. A doula does not perform clinical tasks. The Franciscan Health Family Birth Center Crown Point offers doula services to families free of charge via a volunteer doula program. The doula certification

January 31st, 2025|Local News|

The latest from Ott Haverstock Funeral Chapel in Michigan City

The latest from Ott Haverstock Funeral Chapel in Michigan City   Rebecca S. Turner, 65, Michigan City, Indiana, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 10:46 am in Franciscan Health - Michigan City.   A celebration of life gathering will be from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Sunday, February 2, 2025 at the Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel, 418 Washington St., Michigan City, IN.   Contributions may be made to Michiana Humane Society, 722 Indiana Highway, 212 Michigan City, IN 46360.   To sign a guest book and leave condolences online visit our web site at www.otthaverstock.com.

January 31st, 2025|Local News|

“Animal Kingdom” at the La Porte High School Performing Arts Center on Saturday February 8th, 4:00pm

Animal kingdom is coming to the La Porte High School Performing Arts Center on Saturday February 8th, 4:00pm The LCSO explores how the sounds of the natural world inspire classical music in a fun, family-centered program of symphonic music. Featuring Carnival of the Animals by Camille Saint-Saëns, Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf, and Australian composer Matthew Hindson’s Dangerous Creatures and led by Dr. Carolyn Watson, this concert will take you on a journey through the animal kingdom and beyond! An instrument AND animal petting zoo, plus special activities for children before and after the concert will make this concert an extra

January 30th, 2025|Local News|

Michigan City Chamber of Commerce Announces Ambassador of the Quarter

Michigan City, IN –The Michigan City Chamber of Commerce (chamber) announced Kristy Hahn as the Ambassador of the Quarter for the Fourth Quarter of 2024.  “I am honored to be awarded Ambassador of the Quarter!” stated Hahn. “Working closely with the chamber is such an enjoyable experience. I love welcoming new members and taking advantage of the incredible networking opportunities it provides.” The Ambassador of the Quarter is given to an individual who has shown dedication to the mission of the Michigan City Chamber of Commerce by regularly attending chamber events, connecting with members through emails, calls, and in-person meetings,

January 30th, 2025|Local News|

Michigan City Joins the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative

Chicago, IL – The Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative is pleased to welcome Mayor Angie Nelson Deuitch and Michigan City, IN to its growing coalition of more than 260 mayors and top elected local leaders working to advance the ocioeconomic and environmental health of communities in the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence River Basin.   As a member of the Cities Initiative, Mayor Nelson Deuitch will work collaboratively with member mayors across the basin in the United States and Canada to: support ecosystem and source water protection; ensure that every resident has access to clean, safe, and affordable

January 30th, 2025|Local News|

Rep. Pressel: bill expanding mobile healthcare funding heads to Senate

STATEHOUSE – The Indiana House of Representatives advanced State Rep. Jim Pressel's (R-Rolling Prairie) legislation to enable counties to use mobile integrated health care programs for Hoosiers living in areas that lack medical providers. Mobile integrated health care is used by EMS providers to offer a wider range of medical services, such as chronic disease management and basic primary care, for Hoosiers living in rural areas who struggle to find adequate health care. According to a study from the University of Southern Maine, 46 of Indiana's 92 counties meet the definition of an "EMS desert," where residents live at least 25 minutes

January 30th, 2025|Local News|

Here is the latest from OTT Haverstock Funeral Chapel in Michigan City

Richard Whipple (Whipper) Gehr, 78, Michigan City, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, with his family by his side. Funeral services will be held at 10:00AM, Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel, 418 Washington St., Michigan City, IN, with Rev. Keith McClellan officiating.  Burial will follow in St. Stanislaus Cemetery.  Visitation will be from 9:00AM - 10:00AM, Saturday at the funeral chapel. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Sharing Meadows Foundation, P.O. Box 400, Rolling Prairie, Indiana 46371, in Richard’s remembrance. To sign a guest book and leave condolences online visit our

January 30th, 2025|Local News|

NPUSC Board of Trustees passes a resolution opposing HB 1136 and HB 1501

On Monday, January 27, 2025 at the NPUSC monthly board meeting, the NPUSC Board of School Trustees passed a resolution opposing HB 1136 and HB 1501 that are currently being considered in committee. These bills will take away local control of schools and as a result disband the public school board and turn those school districts into Charter schools - people who do not live in our communities will be in charge of running our schools. At this time these bills would affect five school districts within Indiana which include two that are local to us - Tri-Township Consolidated Schools

January 29th, 2025|Local News|
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