The Porter County Sheriff’s Police is reporting the death of a Porter County Jail inmate following a medical emergency on Sunday, July 5, according to the Town of Chesterton Facebook page. The inmate was identified as 70 -year-old Gene A. Rush of Valparaiso. According to the PCSP, at 7:41 a.m. jail staff discovered that Rush The post Inmate dies at Porter County Jail following medical emergency appeared first on 95.1 FM/AM 1420 WIMS Radio.

DYER, Ind. – Franciscan Health Volunteer Advocates for Seniors and Incapacitated Adults (VASIA) Director LaVonne Jarrett was recently honored by the Indiana Adult Guardianship Office of the Indiana Office of Court Services with the WINGS Star of the Year award. The Working Interdisciplinary Network of Guardianship Stakeholders (WINGS) Star of the Year Award is presented The post Franciscan Health’s VASIA Director LaVonne Jarrett honored by state courts appeared first on 95.1 FM/AM 1420 WIMS

New service offers convenient pickups in Valparaiso, Portage, and Hammond with direct transportation to Chicago O'Hare International Airport   VALPARAISO, Ind. - For many travelers, the most stressful part of a trip happens before they ever reach the airport. Traffic, parking fees, rideshare uncertainty, and the long drive to Chicago can quickly take the excitement The post City Zoom Launches Affordable Airport Shuttle Service to O’Hare from Northwest Indiana appeared first on 95.1 FM/AM

Debbie Tatum with the Franciscan Health Foundation is back for another installment of "Well Beings" on WIMS from 9:10am-9:40am on Wednesday July 8th. This month Debbie welcomes Mikalynn Lopez. You can watch us on FACEBOOK LIVE and  listen on AM 1420, 95.1FM, 106.7FM in Valparaiso and we stream at wimsradio.com."Well Beings" is sponsored by Ed The post Debbie Tatum with the Franciscan Health Foundation is back for another installment of “Well Beings” on WIMS appeared first on 95.1 FM

The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) Monday released new information regarding upcoming work requirements for certain members of the Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP). These requirements, which begin phasing in January 1, 2027, apply to eligible HIP members ages 19–64. The policy reflects Indiana’s ongoing commitment to programs that promote personal responsibility, long-term stability, The post Indiana Announces Implementation Details for HIP Work Requirements appeared firs

Today Mostly sunny, with a high near 85.   Tonight Partly cloudy, with a low around 65.   Wednesday Mostly sunny, with a high near 86.   Wednesday Night A slight chance of showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 65.   Thursday A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near The post Here is your Tuesday forecast appeared first on 95.1 FM/AM 1420 WIMS Radio.

What an unforgettable night with the sensational Mindi Abair at City Winery! From the moment she stepped on stage, Mindi captivated the audience with her signature blend of soaring melodies, soulful blues, and electrifying energy. "We just love Chicago," said Abair. "There's so much culture and history. This beautiful and icon city is the home The post Mindi Abair plays City Winery Chicago -An Unforgettable Evening with WIMS/WHFB Entertainment Reporter Damian Rico appeared first on 95.1 FM/AM 14

Due to the June 24 freight train derailment near East Chicago and subsequent impacts to passenger service, the South Shore Line announces that all June 2026 monthly tickets previously sold will be valid through July 2026. Passengers with Paper Monthly Tickets: Please retain your paper ticket; it will be valid onboard throughout July 2026. Passengers The post South Shore Line update: June / July Monthly Tickets appeared first on 95.1 FM/AM 1420 WIMS Radio.

Washington, DC – Rep. Frank J. Mrvan is pleased to announce the nominees who have accepted their appointments to the U.S. Military Service Academies from Indiana’s First Congressional District.   Military Service Academy Nominations are recommended to Congressman Mrvan by his Military Service Academy Board, which includes veterans, community leaders, and active duty and retired The post Mrvan Honors 2026 Nominees Accepted into the U.S. Military Service Academies appeared first on 95.1 FM/AM

Jimmy John’s is hiring, full time and part time, delivery drivers and in-shop, for our new location at 2323 E Michigan Blvd in Michigan City!!! Opening soon 😁.   In shop starts at $14/hr.   Deliver drivers $9/hr on the road, $12 an hour while in the shop, tips, and mileage reimbursement based off your The post Jimmy John’s is hiring, full time and part time, delivery drivers and in-shop, for our new location at 2323 E Michigan Blvd in Michigan City! appeared first on 95.1 FM/AM 1420 WIM