Indiana Broadcast History Archive

Jill Ditmire

Jill Ditmire graced the airwaves of stations across the Midwest for more than 25 years, most recently on WFYI-FM/TV in Indianapolis as a local news anchor on afternoons during “All Things Considered,” as well as reporting for “Sound Medicine,” “Curious Mix” and “Art of the Matter.” Ditmire’s career includes stops in Detroit and Lafayette, Indiana, as well as several Indianapolis TV stations. She produced her own television series on Indiana Public Television for eight years called “The Good Life,” which showcased independent chefs, restaurants and local wineries. Ditmire was an Omnimedia Wine Specialist, a certified wine judge and owner and buyer of The Mass Ave. Wine Shoppe & Cafe in Indianapolis.

Jill Ditmire was inducted into the Indiana Broadcast Pioneers Hall of Fame in 2021. 

Indiana Broadcast Pioneers

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