ARTHUR C. STEM JR., 96, of Fort Wayne, died Friday, June 18, 2004, at his residence. He was born May 9, 1908, in Bowling Green, Kentucky. He has been formerly employed by U.S. . . Read More
GLEN D. STEBING, 83, died Friday, June 25, 2004, at his residence. He was born in Auburn, and was a teacher, football, basketball and track coach at South Side High School in Fort Wayne, for 38 years, retiring in 1985. . . Read More
This week’s fusion story is continued from Page 306, Chapter 31 of Pem Farnsworth’s book, Distant Vision. Fritz arranged for ITT’s Beechcraft plane to pick Phil and me up on October 9, 1965, and then swing by Washington to get him . . . Read More
Does perfection equal happiness? Imagine a world in which everything was pleasant all the time, but there was no real emotion or feeling behind the happiness. Thus is the world of the Stepford wives. . . Read More
Last week, I had the opportunity to walk around downtown Fort Wayne with a couple of out-of-towners, explaining how it used to look in the early 1980’s, as compared to its current appearance. . . Read More
There’s something special about getting ready to leave for a Canadian fishing trip at 6:00am on a Saturday morning. The boat is hooked to the pickup and all the gear and groceries are packed and ready to go. . . Read More
“They Won! They Won! They Won!” was how the email read last Tuesday, June 29, from Tiffany Vebert. She was explaining how Ron Dantzer’s 24/7’s Little League team did in their last three tournament games?” . . Read More
BASEBALL SCOUTS by Denver Howard
The other night at a Wizards game, a man behind home plate was checking pitchers with his speed gun. We started talking and I found him to be very friendly. . . Read More
The first session of summer camp at Camp Chief Little Turtle is frequently thought of as an “ice-breaking” opportunity for the Scouts. The Staff is freshly established and enthused, and the Scout’s are asking, “What’s . . . Read More
Fireworks are almost synonymous with the Fourth of July holiday.‑ That’s why state health officials are urging Hoosiers to observe some important safety tips, as they gather with family and friends to display their patriotism. . . Read More
Rite of Passage
I explained to Lulu what a rite of passage was. She lost her first tooth today. I thought that you in Waynedale should take the “pleasure” of seeing the hole in her mouth!!‑ . . Read More
Did you ever notice how Amish people seem to be very healthy and live to older ages than most people in our modern society? The reason for this has to do with several factors; One is the fact that they don’t have to deal with the stress of modern . . . Read More
Hello Neighbors,
The time has come to pull together in defeating those mosquitoes, again. Many people have asked if I was going to do the “mosquito thing” this year. I originally told everyone “no” due to personal health . . . Read More
Dear Waynedale News Readers,
I want to take this time to share with you updated information about the progress of the demolition work ongoing at Southtown Mall. A contract with a demolition contractor will be signed after the bond anticipation note . . . Read More
Good News!! The most recent crime statistics are out for the City of Fort Wayne. Total crimes are down 2.5% for the 1st 5 months of 2004 compared to a similar period last year. . . Read More
The essential function of the Wayne Township Trustee’s office is to provide emergency assistance for those in need. Networking with other agencies and sharing program information greatly expands opportunities for these citizens and helps to . . . Read More
The average age of the military man is 19 years. He is a short haired, tight-muscled kid who, under normal circumstances is considered by society as half man, half boy. Not yet dry behind the ears, not old enough to buy a beer, but old enough to die . . . Read More
Reflections On The Sovereignty of God
All of us have been watching the news as our nation has drawn nearer to removing our military presence from Iraq. We have noticed the losses in American military personnel in an area, which has become more dangerous . . . Read More
Editors Note: The Waynedale News receives an abundance of press releases and articles for each issue. Information that has a focus on Waynedale is given the highest priority. We would like you to e-mail your information in a simple word . . . Read More
The Scouts from Troop #44 would like to express their gratitude to the many Waynedaler’s that contributed items to the Troop’s Garage Sale. It went just fine and enough funds were raised to help some of the Scouts get to Camp and to provide . . . Read More
DNR COMPLETES GYPSY MOTH TREATMENTS IN NORTHERN INDIANA
This year’s final round of treatment for the gypsy moth is now completed in Northern Indiana. The treatments consisted of small plastic flakes that were dropped from the airplane. . . Read More
This week’s HTYH is about Step Seven and is taken from Bill Wilson’s book 12 Steps and 12 Traditions: “Humbly asked Him to remove our short-comings.” Since this step so specifically concerns itself with humility, we should . . . Read More
THE DAY I STARTED WRITING AGAIN
I received a letter from a man saying that he had four of my books, and had I written anymore.‑ I was very moved by this letter.‑ . . Read More
Twelve-year-old Kelcey Raleigh will be competing in the National American Miss Pageant on July 17 and 18. The pageant will be held at the Adam’s Mark Hotel in Indianapolis, Indiana. The winner of the pageant will receive $1000, the official . . . Read More