About Us

About PBS Michiana

Your home for the stories that move us and the lessons that shape us. PBS Michiana delivers world-class culture and local history to viewers of all ages, keeping our community engaged, inspired, and entertained.

Our Local Impact

At PBS Michiana, we turn the lens on our own backyard. By combining the reach of public media with the unique voices of our region, we’re telling stories that matter and sparking a lifetime love of learning.

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155,500+

households reached by
our broadcasts

833K+

social media views
in 2025

9M+

streams in 2025
on PBS KIDS® platforms

PBS Michiana uses the power of public media to share the stories of Michiana and foster learning across a lifetime.

ANNUAL REPORT

WNIT in Action

We bring the best of PBS home to Michiana, blending national excellence with the stories that define our own neighborhoods. Our work is built on inclusion and integrity, making sure that every program we air and every event we host strengthens our community ties. From classroom resources to documentaries, we’re here to fuel curiosity.

Education

Leveraging the extensive reach of PBS KIDS, PBS Michiana - WNIT utilizes PBS KIDS’ content to empower parents, caregivers, and educators to support the children in their lives through in-person workshops and events that have proven, measurable impact on learning outcomes.

Events and Engagement

We engage our communities to ensure they feel valued and connected to our work. PBS Michiana hosts a variety of PBS KIDS Michiana events, including Nature Cat Day, Be My Neighbor Day, and Tiny Tee Off Mini Golf.

Storytelling

PBS Michiana serves as a robust community resource, as a storyteller that raises up local voices and talent. We have a strong and substantial tradition of producing content for broadcast and streaming that celebrates the stories of the community we serve.

Production Services

Our award-winning team uses the latest technology and equipment to ensure exceptional production value, from concept to final cut. With a dedicated focus on your needs, we’ll work closely with you to create a product and content that exceeds expectations.

PBS Michiana Originals

New adventures, engaging stories and original ideas that celebrate what makes Michiana unique.

Local Programming

Our Mission

WNIT is a trusted, community-owned public media source that is dedicated to inspire, inform, educate, entertain, and unify the communities we serve.

Our Values

Stewardship

We value the public trust, and integrity is at the heart of everything we do. Explore our mission in action by reviewing our latest annual reports.

Community

The best stories are the ones we tell together. By putting local voices at the center of our programs, learning leads to real-world action. See how we’re making an impact.

Innovation

We honor our history by never standing still. With cutting-edge digital tools and a spirit of creativity, we’re evolving how we tell Michiana’s stories. See our latest projects here.

Editorial Integrity

Trust is our most valuable asset. We have an uncompromising commitment to accuracy, and our reputation is built on truth. See how quality and integrity go hand-in-hand in the standards and policies that guide our work.

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