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Upcoming: Holiday & 2026 Kids Theatre
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Upcoming: Holiday & 2026 Kids Theatre

December 19, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff
Congratulations Vandeveer Impact Awardees
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Congratulations Vandeveer Impact Awardees

December 19, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff
One Last Delivery After 25 Years Of Dedication To Community News
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One Last Delivery After 25 Years Of Dedication To Community News

December 19, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff
400 Kids Enjoy A Festive Afternoon
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400 Kids Enjoy A Festive Afternoon

December 19, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff

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Congratulations Vandeveer Impact Awardees
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Congratulations Vandeveer Impact Awardees

December 19, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff

The Allen County Board of Commissioners is pleased to announce the winners of two different awards that honor life and

Heartland Christmas At The Courthouse
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Heartland Christmas At The Courthouse

December 19, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff
When Did The Red Kettle Become An American Christmas Tradition?
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When Did The Red Kettle Become An American Christmas Tradition?

December 19, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff
Students Compete In Semistate ‘FIRST LEGO League’
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Students Compete In Semistate ‘FIRST LEGO League’

December 19, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff
Remembrance At ‘The Longest Night’
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Remembrance At ‘The Longest Night’

December 19, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff
Brooks, New FWFD Deputy Chief
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Brooks, New FWFD Deputy Chief

December 19, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff

Leisure & Entertainment

Why Gingerbread & Christmas? : The History of Ordinary Things
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Why Gingerbread & Christmas? : The History of Ordinary Things

December 19, 2025 Doris Montag

Ginger root was first cultivated in ancient China, where it was commonly used as a medical treatment for stomach ailments.

What’s New In The New Year?
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What’s New In The New Year?

December 19, 2025 Vince LaBarbera
St. Lucia & Swedish Quilts: Around The Frame
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St. Lucia & Swedish Quilts: Around The Frame

December 5, 2025 Lois Levihn
Paperboy Voted The ‘Lost Job’ Hoosiers Miss Most
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Paperboy Voted The ‘Lost Job’ Hoosiers Miss Most

December 5, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff
Who You Calling Santa Claus?
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Who You Calling Santa Claus?

December 5, 2025 Vince LaBarbera
Mistletoe Traditions: The History of Ordinary Things
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Mistletoe Traditions: The History of Ordinary Things

November 21, 2025 Doris Montag
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Outdoors & Wildlife

Always Assume You Are On ‘Thin Ice’
The Great Outdoors

Always Assume You Are On ‘Thin Ice’

December 19, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff

Every winter, thousands of Hoosiers safely enjoy fishing, skating, hiking, or just sliding around on frozen ponds and lakes. And

City Leaf Collection Resumes
The Great Outdoors

City Leaf Collection Resumes

December 19, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff
Be Careful With Common Christmas Plants That Could Be Deadly To Pets
The Great Outdoors

Be Careful With Common Christmas Plants That Could Be Deadly To Pets

December 19, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff
Rotary Club Plants 60 Native Trees At Area Schools
The Great Outdoors

Rotary Club Plants 60 Native Trees At Area Schools

December 5, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff
Holiday Light Displays To Shine At Five DNR Destinations
The Great Outdoors

Holiday Light Displays To Shine At Five DNR Destinations

December 5, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff
DNR Holiday Gift Packs Available
The Great Outdoors

DNR Holiday Gift Packs Available

November 21, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff

Health & Exercise

Should You Let Your Pet Into Bed?
Health & Exercise

Should You Let Your Pet Into Bed?

December 19, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff

With more than 70% of American families owning pets, it’s no surprise that we want to keep them close to

Bowen Health Opens New Fort Wayne Clinic
Health & Exercise

Bowen Health Opens New Fort Wayne Clinic

December 19, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff
Keeping An Attitude Of Gratitude
Health & Exercise

Keeping An Attitude Of Gratitude

December 5, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff
Listen To Your Heart When Battling Winter Weather
Health & Exercise

Listen To Your Heart When Battling Winter Weather

December 5, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff
Speech-Language Pathology Program Earns National Accreditation
Health & Exercise

Speech-Language Pathology Program Earns National Accreditation

December 5, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff
Immunity Boosters: How To Help Get Ahead Of Cold & Flu Season
Health & Exercise

Immunity Boosters: How To Help Get Ahead Of Cold & Flu Season

November 21, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff

Obituaries & Memorials

Timothy Edward Wagley, 78
Waynedale Obituaries

Timothy Edward Wagley, 78

December 19, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff

Timothy Edward Wagley, 78, of Fort Wayne, met Jesus face to face on Sunday, December 7, 2025. Tim was born

Dorothy Alice Ecenbarger, 97
Waynedale Obituaries

Dorothy Alice Ecenbarger, 97

December 5, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff
Catherine M. (Sherwood) Wyatt, 94
Waynedale Obituaries

Catherine M. (Sherwood) Wyatt, 94

November 21, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff
Alan H. Huddleston, 92
Waynedale Obituaries

Alan H. Huddleston, 92

October 24, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff
Norma Donna Jean Lee, 90
Waynedale Obituaries

Norma Donna Jean Lee, 90

June 20, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff
Lucinda May Tesch, 80
Waynedale Obituaries

Lucinda May Tesch, 80

June 20, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff

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Political Commentaries

Free Holiday Skating Party Returns: Voice Of The Township
Waynedale Political Commentaries

Free Holiday Skating Party Returns: Voice Of The Township

December 19, 2025 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

December 21st marks the shortest day of the year and the beginning of winter. Needless to say, people at this

Scholarships Available For Future Hoosier Educators
Waynedale Political Commentaries

Scholarships Available For Future Hoosier Educators

December 19, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff
Tinker’s Outstanding Work: Voice Of The Township
Waynedale Political Commentaries

Tinker’s Outstanding Work: Voice Of The Township

December 5, 2025 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox
Responding To Community Needs: Voice Of The Township
Waynedale Political Commentaries

Responding To Community Needs: Voice Of The Township

November 21, 2025 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox
Honoring Service & Sacrifice: Voice Of The Township
Waynedale Political Commentaries

Honoring Service & Sacrifice: Voice Of The Township

November 7, 2025 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox
Harvesting Memories & Fall Fun: Voice Of The Township
Waynedale Political Commentaries

Harvesting Memories & Fall Fun: Voice Of The Township

October 24, 2025 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

Local Editorials & Opinion

Reviewing Holiday Features: At The Movies With Kasey
Local Opinion Editorials

Reviewing Holiday Features: At The Movies With Kasey

December 19, 2025 Kasey Butcher

There are fewer new holiday movies on the various non-Hallmark streaming services this year than I have seen since 2019.

Smart Financial Moves To Make Before Year-End
Local Opinion Editorials

Smart Financial Moves To Make Before Year-End

December 19, 2025 Shawn D. Wall
‘Pluribus’ Weighs Individuality Vs Harmony: At The Movies With Kasey
Local Opinion Editorials

‘Pluribus’ Weighs Individuality Vs Harmony: At The Movies With Kasey

December 5, 2025 Kasey Butcher
Millennials & Financial Fraud: Protecting Yourself Online
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Millennials & Financial Fraud: Protecting Yourself Online

December 5, 2025 Shawn D. Wall
‘Frankenstein’ Delivers Vivid Visuals & Plenty Of Drama: At The Movies With Kasey
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‘Frankenstein’ Delivers Vivid Visuals & Plenty Of Drama: At The Movies With Kasey

November 21, 2025 Kasey Butcher
Avoid Holiday Debt: Spend With Intention, Not Impulse
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Avoid Holiday Debt: Spend With Intention, Not Impulse

November 21, 2025 Shawn D. Wall

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