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WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM EST /6 AM CST/ WEDNESDAY TO 1 PM EST /NOON CST/ THURSDAY... * WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 8 inches. Locally higher amounts possible. Northwest winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Portions of northern Indiana and southwest Michigan. * WHEN...From 7 AM EST /6 AM CST/ Wednesday to 1 PM EST /noon CST/Thursday. * IMPACTS...Roads will become slick and hazardous, with impacts expected for the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes. Visibilities may drop to near zero at times due to falling and blowing snow.

The Indiana Toll Road issued a Winter Weather Ban statement on their social media. Specific details can be found on the graphic below: WINTER WEATHER BAN–(High-Profile Only) Where: LaPorte Co. including MP 31 (Valparaiso Plaza) – St. Joseph Co. MP 92 (Elkhart Plaza) When: Jan. 14 at 12:00 p.m. ET – Jan. 15 at 12:00 p.m. ET Remember when driving in hazardous conditions to: • Reduce your speed • Stay alert • Drive with caution *Note: Our Walk-in Center will also be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, Jan. 14, due to inclement weather.

The City of Michigan City released the following statement to their Facebook page on Tuesday evening regarding the winter storm: Good evening, Michigan City. The City is prepared for the winter storm warning in effect from 6:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 14, through 12:00 p.m. Thursday, January 15. The National Weather Service forecasts 6–8 inches of snowfall with wind gusts up to 40 mph, creating the potential for whiteout conditions and hazardous travel. Residents are encouraged to limit unnecessary travel and use caution if they must be on the roads. City crews from the Street, Refuse, Vector Control, and Parks Departments

Friends of the Library Giveback: Burn ‘Em Brewing is on Thursday, January 15, at 11 am!Burn ‘Em will donate $1 to the Friends of the Library from all taproom drinks, and there will be a book swap held too! Bring a book, take a book!No coupon is needed; just tell your server you’re there to support the Friends of the Library.

The City of Valparaiso announced today that Kevin Nuppnau will be leaving his role as Director of Valpo Parks to accept a leadership position with the Porter County Community Foundation, effective at the end of January, according to Mayor Jon Costas. “We are incredibly grateful for Kevin’s extraordinary service to Valpo Parks and to our community,” said Mayor Costas. “His vision, leadership, and commitment have elevated our parks system in lasting ways. While he will be deeply missed, this new role allows Kevin to continue making a meaningful impact in Porter County, and we wish him every success.” Nuppnau joined

UPDATED-.WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM EST /6 AM CST/ WEDNESDAY TO 1 PM EST /NOON CST/ THURSDAY... * WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 8 inches. Locally higher amounts possible. Northwest winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Portions of northern Indiana and southwest Michigan. * WHEN...From 7 AM EST /6 AM CST/ Wednesday to 1 PM EST /noon CST/Thursday. * IMPACTS...Roads will become slick and hazardous, with impacts expected for the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes. Visibilities may drop to near zero at times due to falling and blowing snow. Whiteout conditions

WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING THROUGH THURSDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Heavy lake effect snow possible. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 9 inches possible. Northwest Winds could gust between 35 and 40 mph at times, especially near Lake Michigan. Once snow accumulates, this could lead to blowing and drifting snow, especially on E-W oriented roads. * WHERE...Portions of northern Indiana and southwest Michigan. * WHEN...From Wednesday morning through Thursday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes, and the Thursday morning commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts

Join Debbie Tatum with the Franciscan Health Foundation for another installment of "Well Beings" back on WIMS this Wednesday 1/14 from 9:10am-9:40am. Well Beings brought to you by Captain Ed's Furniture & Mattress in Michigan City. You can listen on AM 1420, 95.1FM, 106.7FM in Valparaiso and we stream at wimsradio.com. Also, check it out on FACEBOOK LIVE. #wims

Indiana State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division is partnering with the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) for CVSA’s Human Trafficking Awareness Initiative Jan. 12 - 16. During this annual human trafficking initiative ISP’s Commercial Vehicle Enforcement units will have conversations with the CMV drivers they encounter during CMV Roadside Inspections. They will also pass out materials from TAT (Formerly Truckers Against Trafficking). CVSA’s Human Trafficking Awareness Initiative will be conducted across North America: US January 12-16, 2026, Canada February 23-27, 2026, and Mexico March 16-20, 2026. The ISP says that according to the United Nations, human trafficking is the recruitment,

Press Release by Shirley Heinze Land Trust: Valparaiso, IN—Save the Dunes has officially transferred ownership of several conservation properties to Shirley Heinze Land Trust, including Sebert Forks preserve and Trail Creek Fen preserve in Michigan City, Stockwell Woods and adjacent land in Long Beach, and other smaller properties in Gary and Lake Station. This strategic transfer allows Save the Dunes to focus its resources on supporting Indiana Dunes National Park and advancing its advocacy and community outreach work, while SHLT utilizes its expertise and experience to continue the stewardship and preservation of these significant natural areas. “We are honored to

On January 7, 2026, Laporte County Prosecuting Attorney Sean Fagan appointed local attorney Guy S. DiMartino as Chief Deputy Prosecuting Attorney. Mr. DiMartino brings over 25 years of legal experience to the position, having represented clients in both federal and state courts in Indiana, Florida, and Illinois. Mr. DiMartino also has provided years of public service to Laporte County, having represented the County in a number of roles, including County Council Attorney, Redevelopment Commission Attorney, and most recently, as County Attorney. Prosecuting Attorney Fagan said: “The Chief Deputy is an important position, and affects the lives of many. Guy possesses

Nearly 1,000 Indiana School Officials Gathered for Indiana Department of Homeland Security's Inaugural School Safety Summit On Jan. 6 and 7, the Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS) held its first School Safety Summit. The event brought together nearly 1,000 school officials, representing 380 school corporations from across the state. This year's summit focused on Behavioral Threat Assessments and Management (BTAM). BTAM is a proactive, team-based approach used in Indiana schools to identify and respond to behaviors that could signal harm to a student, a school or the broader community. By law, each school corporation must have a multi-disciplinary threat assessment team, including

Unity Foundation Scholarship Application Now Available Online   LA PORTE COUNTY, IN— Unity Foundation of La Porte County is now accepting scholarship applications for the 2026-2027 academic year through the Unity Foundation General Application. The deadline to apply is Friday, March 13, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. CT. In 2025, Unity awarded a total of $325,000 to 174 local students through this scholarship program.   The Unity Foundation General Application simplifies the process by allowing students to apply for over 50 different scholarships through a single online application. The application form, frequently asked questions, and additional details are available at uflc.net.

Auditions Now Open for Duneland Exchange Club Youth Talent Show   Chesterton, IN — Can your child sing, dance, juggle, play an instrument, tell jokes, or wow a crowd in their own unique way? The Duneland Exchange Club is inviting Duneland area students in grades K–12 to audition for their 34th Annual Youth Talent Show.   Audition entry forms are due by March 7. Auditions will be held on March 11 and March 12 at 5:30 PM at Bailly Elementary School. This is a great opportunity for students to gain confidence, perform on a big stage, and showcase what makes

Michigan City High School Athletics to Host Heritage Night, Invites Alumni to “Pack the Den”   Michigan City, IN -Michigan City High School will host its annual Heritage Night on Saturday, January 31, during the Boys Basketball matchup against Marion High School, inviting all alumni and the community to help “Pack the Den.”   This special evening celebrates the rich tradition of Michigan City basketball and the legacy of MC Elston, MC Rogers, and Michigan City High School. The matchup also revives a historic rivalry, as Marion was a consecutive IHSAA Boys Basketball Semi-State opponent of Marion's from 1984 to

The La Porte Civic Auditorium presents an unforgettable night of PINK FLOYD music with Echoes of Pompeii on Friday January 16th   Join us Friday, January 16, at the Civic Auditorium for an unforgettable night with Echoes of Pompeii! Experience the ultimate Pink Floyd tribute with an 11-piece band and authentic sound, complete with synthesizers, slide guitars and powerful vocals. Experience the feel of an arena concert with stunning visuals — lasers, lights, video and iconic imagery — and hits from every Pink Floyd era. Get your tickets today! Balcony seats just $20, Floor options start at $25. Purchase tickets

Monday Mostly sunny, with a high near 38. Monday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 32. Tuesday A 30 percent chance of rain after noon. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 41. Tuesday Night A 50 percent chance of rain. Cloudy, with a low around 31. Wednesday A chance of rain and snow. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 35. Chance of precipitation is 50%.

Today is the FINAL DAY of the La Porte Invitational at the La Porte Civic Auditorium Sun. January 11th 12:00PM Long Island Lutheran vs. Bella Vista Prep 2:00PM Link Academy vs. Brewster Academy 4:00PM IMG vs. Southeastern Prep 6:00PM La Lumiere vs. Sunrise Christian Academy For the latest information, schedule and tickets visit www.laporteinvitaional.com. #wims

On the Indiana Toll Road, beginning January 12 at 7 a.m. CT through January 16, 2026, at 3 p.m. CT, the eastbound Exit 10 (Cline Ave.) ramp will be closed for maintenance and repairs. The Toll Plaza will remain open, but one toll plaza lane will be closed during the work. DETOUR DETAILS: • Use Exit 3 • Go south on US 41 • Go east on SR 312 to SR 912

Press Release, Indiana Department of Environmental Management: INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) today announced the recipients of the agency's Community Recycling Grant Program (CRGP). IDEM awarded $500,000 to 12 applicants. "These grants support practical, locally driven solutions that help reduce waste, lower costs, and build sustainable systems that last. I'm proud to see Indiana investing in efforts that deliver environmental benefits without relying on taxpayer dollars," said Gov. Mike Braun. CRGP grants are available to counties, municipalities, solid waste management districts, schools, universities and nonprofit organizations located in Indiana. Funding is intended to create successful, cost-effective programs.