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PORTER COUNTY, Ind. - Indiana Department of Transportation maintenance crews will be resurfacing sections of I-94 resulting in lane closures between State Road 51/U.S. 6 and State Road 249 on or after Wednesday, July 31. Work will be ongoing for approximately one week, with intermittent lane closures during daytime work hours of approximately 5 a.m. to 4 p.m. Motorists should be alert for work crews and changing traffic patterns. INDOT encourages drivers to allow extra time when driving through this area and follow traffic directions carefully. Motorists should slow down, exercise caution and drive distraction-free through all work zones.

MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. – Economic Recovery Corps Fellow Eze Redwood seeks to spark vibrancy and change during his three-year immersion in Michigan City. Michigan City and Gary were selected to collaboratively host Redwood through the ERC Fellowship Program, which was put into place by the International Economic Development Council and U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration in 2023. “They selected 65 ‘changemakers’ from thousands of applications around the United States and paired us with the cities that they saw as having the most potential,” Redwood said. “I was incredibly excited to have been matched with the Northwest Indiana region because

Come join in on the fun at La Porte Lakefest 2024! Day 2 features a slew of amazing events that are sure to entertain the whole family. See below for events, locations and times! (schedule may be subject to change)   July 27th   Bolt for the Heart 5K Run (Presented by Bolt for the Heart/Play for Jake Foundation) - Dennis F. Smith Amphitheater - 8am   Grass Volleyball Tournament (Presented by EVP Volleyball) - Fox Park - 9am   Kids Fun Zone (Presented by City of La Porte Park and Recreation Department/La Porte County Library) - Unity Park -

JASPER COUNTY, Ind. - Indiana Department of Transportation maintenance crews will conduct seal coating operations resulting in a road closure on State Road 110 beginning on or after Monday, July 29. State Road 110 will be closed during daytime work hours for approximately two days. The official detour for this closure will follow U.S. 231 and State Road 10. Through traffic should utilize the detour or seek an alternate route. Local traffic should exercise caution and follow traffic directions carefully in the area where work is occurring. This work is weather dependent, and the schedule is subject to change.

MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. – Thursday, the Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) announced it has awarded $18,215 to Lubeznik Center for the Arts (LCA) through the Arts Organization Support grant program. During its June 14 Quarterly Business Meeting, the Commission approved funding recommendations for the Arts Project Support and Arts Organization Support grant programs. Between the two grant programs, 338 organizations in 77 Indiana counties are receiving funding. “All across Indiana we have seen the positive impact that investing in arts and creativity has on quality of life,” said Anne Penny Valentine, Chair of the Indiana Arts Commission. “Each of the projects

In Portage, Brown Street will be closed to traffic between Mulberry and Central from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 30-31. The City of Portage is telling drivers to use the detour provided on the map they have provided. Follow WIMS on Facebook and check back at wimsradio.com for more roadwork updates.

Press Release, La Porte Community School Corporation: Jason's leadership in professional development has been pivotal in advancing technology and professional growth within the La Porte Community School Corporation (LPCSC). As the LPHS Computer Resource Person and technology department liaison, he has spearheaded new teacher technology orientation training and coordinated the implementation of the Gizmos Explore Learning Curriculum. His grant writing and professional development coordination have ensured the successful integration of Gizmos into the science curriculum for grades 5-12, ushering in a new era of interactive learning. Moreover, his leadership in implementing the Project Lead The Way Biomedical Sciences pathway at

On July 17th, two white males walked northbound along Fail Road from the area of CR 600 North. They proceeded to a residence in the 6200 north block where they forced entry gaining access to the interior of the home. The homeowner arrived and encountered the criminals inside. The subjects fled and the homeowner gave chase before eventually losing sight of them. A nearby video surveillance system captured the subjects on foot, and eventually leaving the area in a dark colored SUV traveling southbound on Fail Road. Video footage can be found and viewed in the comments section. If you

TODAY at Healthy Life - La Porte -It's Customer Appreciation Day -ALL DAY Stop by and enjoy Customer Appreciation Day at Healthy Life - La Porte today at 1112 W State Road 2 in La Porte. Great deals, giveaways, one of a kind items, and so much more. Call 219-363-3667. #wims #nwi #localradio #laporteproud

LAPORTE LAKEFEST DAY 1-Come join in on the fun at La Porte Lakefest 2024! Day 1 has so much to offer for the whole family. See below for events, locations and times! (schedule may be subject to change)   July 26th:   Friday Night Live @ LakeFest (Presented by Mayor Tom Dermody / City of La Porte) - Music by Hype Productions with DJ, live musicians and roving selfie booth - Fox Park - 4-11pm   Futboleros- The Globetrotters of Soccer - Interactive entertainment (Presented by LaPorte County Library) - Fox Park - 5-7pm   Mountain Bike Group Ride (Presented

Reminder: Oasis Splash Park Closure Saturday August 3rd and Sunday August 4th due to the Great Lakes Gand Prix. Normal operations will resume on Monday August 5th, 2024.

La PORTE, IN – Information regarding road closures and parking availability has been announced as the City of La Porte gears up for its fourth annual LakeFest this weekend, according to Park Superintendent Mark Schreiber. Starting today Friday, July 26, through Sunday, July 28, a wide array of activities will be held at La Porte’s Pine, Stone and Clear lakes. Featured events will include a free concert performed by the Grammy Award winning band Soul Asylum, P1 AquaX races, a special Friday Night Live at Fox Park, fireworks, kids activities, an artisan market, physical activities and more. With events spread

PORTER COUNTY, Ind. - An Indiana Department of Transportation contractor will have alternating lane closures on I-94 between U.S. 20 and State Road 49 on or after Tuesday, July 30. I-94 will be reduced to two lanes in each direction through late November for three bridge deck overlay preventative maintenance projects through this area. Work will begin with the left shoulder and lane closed for construction and will move to the right for phase two in mid-September. Phase three will be to conduct bridge painting work beginning in early October. INDOT encourages drivers to allow extra time when driving through

The City of Valparaiso announced Calumet Avenue will be closed from Bullseye Lake Road to Burlington Beach Road during overnights on tonight (Thursday) and Friday (7/25 and 7/26), beginning at 9:00 p.m., to complete milling and resurfacing of the roadway. The overnight work is designed to minimize disruption to motorists where possible. The final resurfacing is scheduled to take place during the day on Monday, July 29. All dates are weather permitting.  

La Porte Police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a man wanted on theft and domestic battery charges. Police are looking for 29-year-old Richard Cowgill. Police say if you know the whereabouts of Cowgill, you are encouraged to provide tips to the La Porte Police Department and contact Cpl. Adam Jaskowiak at (219-362-9446 ext: 2134) or ajaskowiak@lpcitypd.com. Police say you may remain anonymous.

In Portage on Friday, July 26, and Saturday, July 27, local traffic will only be able to travel southbound on Airport Road. Signage will be placed at all subdivision outlets onto Airport Road. Follow WIMS on Facebook and check back at wimsradio.com for more roadwork updates.  

To protect the lives of motorists and construction workers across the Hoosier State, INDOT announces the official launch of Indiana Safe Zones, a five-year worksite speed control pilot program authorized by House Enrolled Act 1015 during the 2023 legislative session. Starting Wednesday, Aug. 14, camera technology will be deployed in the current I-70 construction zone in Hancock County (MM 95-105).  Deployment will start with a pre-enforcement warning period during which no violations will be issued, but courtesy warnings will be sent. Additional worksites will be added to the program over time. By statute, INDOT may deploy cameras in up to

La PORTE, IN – Information regarding road closures and parking availability has been announced as the City of La Porte gears up for its fourth annual LakeFest this weekend, according to Park Superintendent Mark Schreiber. This Friday, July 26, through Sunday, July 28, a wide array of activities will be held at La Porte’s Pine, Stone and Clear lakes. Featured events will include a free concert performed by the Grammy Award winning band Soul Asylum, P1 AquaX races, a special Friday Night Live at Fox Park, fireworks, kids activities, an artisan market, physical activities and more. With events spread throughout

Tuesday morning, detectives with the Indiana State Police Criminal Investigations Division Lowell Post along with officers with the U.S. Marshal’s Great Lakes Regional Fugitive Task Force, served an arrest warrant in the 7000 block of Birch Ave. in Hammond. Arrested was 35-year-old Darrell A. Graham, from Chicago, IL. Graham was arrested without incident. The arrest was a result of an extensive investigation into the interstate shooting that occurred on June 3,2024, along I-80/94 in Hammond. In that shooting, a juvenile sustained a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to their lower extremities. Graham is being charged with two counts of attempted murder, battery

The City of Valparaiso posted the following statement to its social media at 4:21 p.m. Tuesday regarding a water main break and boil advisory: Valparaiso City Utilities crews responded to a water main break at Country Club Road. Approximately 150 customers within this service area may have experienced low water pressure or a complete interruption in water service. ???????????? ???????? ???????????? ???????????????????????????????????????????????? ???????? ???????????????????? ????????????????????????????, ???? ???????????????????????????????????????????????????? ???????????????? ???????????????????????????????? ???????????????? ???????? ???????????????????????? to residents and business owners along Country Club Rd, Timber Bridge, Creekside Dr, Creekside Ct, Quail Covey Rd, Quail Covey Circle, Bobwhite Circle, Pheasant Walk, Waxwing Ct, Partridge