February 2019 Archives

This Valentine’s Day, instead of going to the theater to see a standard romantic comedy, you might choose instead to see Isn’t It Romantic? the sendup of romcoms starring Rebel Wilson, Priyanka Chopra, and Liam Hemsworth. . . Read More

Featured Local News

February 15, 2019February 21, 2019 Jay A. Peters

INDIAN VILLAGE NEIGHBORHOOD – Letter To The Editor

To our Indian Village Neighborhood and Friends,During dismissal time at Indian Village, we are experiencing an increase in the number of cars that are coming by the school right at our dismissal time at the end of our school day. . . Read More

Featured Local News

February 15, 2019February 21, 2019 The Waynedale News Staff

FOUR GENERATIONS OF FAMILY, ALL BORN IN FEBRUARY

Justine Walter born on Feb. 21st 1924 and her husband Charlie moved to Dunkelberg Road, which was a small country road surrounded by cornfields in 1962. They raised 8 children and lived there until 2004. . . Read More

The Great Outdoors

February 15, 2019February 21, 2019 Marla McAfee

HELLEBORES WILL WITHSTAND THE WINTER – Green-Thumb Gardener

As we grow weary of winter weather, one of the most delightful perennials to have for your shade garden is the helleborus plant. They are commonly called Lenten rose. These plants are native to Europe from Bosnia, Croatia, Slovenia, Turkey, Greece, . . . Read More

Featured Local News

February 15, 2019February 21, 2019 Quint Studer

SHOW OUR COMMUNITY SOME LOVE

Most of us love our community and want the best for it. It’s our home. It’s where we live, work, learn, play, and raise our families. And yet, it’s easy to go about our daily lives without ever stopping to think, what can I do to make my community . . . Read More

Featured Local News Spotlight

February 15, 2019February 21, 2019 Michael Morrissey

IT’S TOURNAMENT TIME AT FORT WAYNE SPORT CLUB

Usually quieter during the winter months, the Fort Wayne Sport Club was brimming with activity on a recent February evening. The group hosted their annual Corn Hole and Euchre Tournament, attracting nearly 100 members of the public looking for fun times, . . . Read More

Featured Local News Spotlight

February 15, 2019February 21, 2019 The Waynedale News Staff

KOHL’S GRANTS 10K TO BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Indiana received a grant from the Kohl’s National Giving Program. On Thursday, January 31, 2019, the area Kohl’s District and Store Managers gathered to present a $10,000 donation to the Agency. . . Read More

Waynedale Political Commentaries

February 15, 2019February 21, 2019 Richard A. Stevenson - Wayne Township Trustee

THE HISTORY OF PRESIDENTS’ DAY – Voice Of The Township

Presidents’ Day is on February 18th this year, and a few years ago I did some research on that topic that I would like to share with you again. When I was growing up, we didn’t have a holiday called Presidents’ Day. . . Read More

Waynedale Political Commentaries

February 15, 2019February 21, 2019 Tom Henry - Fort Wayne Mayor

MAMAJO CONTINUES PROGRESS – Message From The Mayor

Progress continues on Fort Wayne’s deep rock sewer tunnel project. The deep rock sewer tunnel is a significant portion of the effort to clean Fort Wayne’s rivers and protect neighborhoods from basement back-ups and street flooding. The . . Read More

Waynedale Obituaries

February 15, 2019February 21, 2019 The Waynedale News Staff

DELORES “DODIE” (JOHNSON) HENEMYER, 92

Delores “Dodie” (Johnson) Henemyer, 92, passed away with her family by her side on Saturday, Feb. 9, 2019, after a brief illness. Dodie was born the youngest of eight children in challenging circumstances and not expected to live long. . . Read More

Local Opinion Editorials

February 15, 2019February 21, 2019 Shawn D. Wall

THE IMPORTANCE OF LIFE INSURANCE

Think about your loved ones. What will their future be like? Can you picture them living in your house many years from now? Can you picture your children going to college? . . Read More

For Sale & More Ads.

February 15, 2019February 21, 2019 The Waynedale News Staff

February 15, 2019 – Local Ads

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A Look Back At Our Community In 2019 Featured Local News Health & Exercise Spotlight

February 15, 2019January 8, 2020 Alex Cornwell

WASTE WATCHER GUIDE RELEASED TO REDUCE TRASH

Do you remember the locally produced video/ commercial with people having fish flying at them for using single-use straws and cups? If you haven’t seen the video, it might sound strange, but it was viewed over 20,000 times alone from The Allen County . . . Read More

Worship Listings & Events

February 15, 2019February 21, 2019 The Waynedale News Staff

Late February – CHURCH EVENTS

OSSIAN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH www.ossianumc.org 201 W. Mill Street Ossian, IN 46777 (260) 622-4326 Worship Times: Sunday 9am Worship & Children’s Sunday School, 10:15am Fellowship Time & Adult Sunday School Pastor: Rev. . . Read More

Featured Local News

February 15, 2019February 21, 2019 The Waynedale News Staff

NEIGHBORHOOD CONFERENCE WORKSHOP

Anyone interested in presenting or facilitating a workshop for the upcoming Regional Neighborhood Network Conference (RNNC) is now invited to submit their workshop proposal to the organizing committee. This year’s RNNC is set for September 19-21, . . . Read More

Community Calendar Events

February 15, 2019February 21, 2019 The Waynedale News Staff

Upcoming Late February Events

DIFFUSER PENDANT NECKLACE WORKSHOP When: Tues. Feb. 19, 5:30–7p Where: Salamonie Nature Center Add’l: Each participant will create a Diffuser Pendant Necklace during this workshop using a variety of arts and crafts including needle felting, die cutting felt shapes, and implementing basic jewelry-making connections and techniques. . . Read More

Spotlight The Great Outdoors

February 15, 2019February 21, 2019 Dave Umber

DID YOUR HOME FREEZE? – Homeowner Rx

-13° below zero for heaven’s sake! And what, -40° wind chill? Schools, businesses, mail/paper delivery, and sporting events closed for days. It’s been awhile since we’ve seen that kind of temperature extremes around here. . . Read More

Waynedale Political Commentaries

February 1, 2019February 4, 2019 Richard A. Stevenson - Wayne Township Trustee

FIGHTING POVERTY AND INJUSTICE WITH LOVE – Voice Of The Township

We just celebrated the national holiday commemorating the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr, and now I am looking forward to Valentine’s Day. That’s when I share my warm regards (and sometimes the gift of roses) with the ladies in my life. . . Read More

Featured Local News Health & Exercise

February 1, 2019February 4, 2019 The Waynedale News Staff

WINTER BRINGS HIGH NUMBER OF MEN SEEKING SHELTER

More than 150 men have been seeking shelter consistently each night at The Rescue Mission (301 W. Superior Street). Rescue Mission Director of Emergency Services and Community Outreach, Sharon Gerig, said these are some of the highest numbers she’s . . . Read More

Community Calendar Events

February 1, 2019February 4, 2019 The Waynedale News Staff

Upcoming February Events

SWEETHEART ORCHID DISPLAY When: Feb. 5-24, Tues.-Sat. 10a-5p, Sun. 12-4, Thurs. until 8 pm Where: Botanical Conservatory Add’l: Make a date and bring a sweetie down in February to enjoy our Hundred Acre Wood exhibit. . . Read More

Waynedale Political Commentaries

February 1, 2019February 4, 2019 Tom Henry - Fort Wayne Mayor

STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS PREVIEW – Message From The Mayor

I will deliver my 2019 State of the City Address at noon on Wednesday, Feb. 13 at the Grand Wayne Center, 120 W. Jefferson Blvd. This presentation is free and open to the public. . . Read More

The Great Outdoors

February 1, 2019February 4, 2019 The Waynedale News Staff

NEED SNOW REMOVAL ASSISTANCE?

If you are a senior citizen or disabled resident who cannot physically clear the snow from your driveway and walkway, please call NeighborLink at 260.209.0074 or post your snow removal request on NLFW.org. . . Read More

Original Leisure & Entertainment

February 1, 2019February 4, 2019 Lois Levihn

AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY AND THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD – Around The Frame

You may remember my August 3, 2018 article about Quilters Hall of Fame inductee Xenia Cord and her Beanie Baby bashing quilt she made for a friend. Xenia is a woman of many talents including quilter, educator, researcher and writer. . . Read More

A Look Back At Our Community In 2019 Featured Local News Spotlight The Great Outdoors

February 1, 2019January 8, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

“SAVE MAUMEE” CONSIDERS 2018 MOST SUCCESSFUL YEAR YET

Save Maumee Grassroots Organization has completed planting 2,936 trees along 1.5 miles of streambank and submitting work reports from 2016 through 2018. The group “physically planted 2,936 trees, but trees are fragile life forms that don’t always . . . Read More

Featured Local News

February 1, 2019February 4, 2019 The Waynedale News Staff

HOW CAN SINGLES HAVE A GREAT VALENTINE’S DAY?

Some people are perfectly content being single. But for those who are actively looking for a significant other, Valentine’s Day can be a frustrating and even depressing day because it reminds them they have not been successful in their quest. . . Read More

Month: February 2019

ISN’T IT ROMANTIC? – At The Movies With Kasey

INDIAN VILLAGE NEIGHBORHOOD – Letter To The Editor

FOUR GENERATIONS OF FAMILY, ALL BORN IN FEBRUARY

HELLEBORES WILL WITHSTAND THE WINTER – Green-Thumb Gardener

SHOW OUR COMMUNITY SOME LOVE

IT’S TOURNAMENT TIME AT FORT WAYNE SPORT CLUB

KOHL’S GRANTS 10K TO BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS

THE HISTORY OF PRESIDENTS’ DAY – Voice Of The Township

MAMAJO CONTINUES PROGRESS – Message From The Mayor

DELORES “DODIE” (JOHNSON) HENEMYER, 92

THE IMPORTANCE OF LIFE INSURANCE

February 15, 2019 – Local Ads

WASTE WATCHER GUIDE RELEASED TO REDUCE TRASH

Late February – CHURCH EVENTS

NEIGHBORHOOD CONFERENCE WORKSHOP

Upcoming Late February Events

DID YOUR HOME FREEZE? – Homeowner Rx

FIGHTING POVERTY AND INJUSTICE WITH LOVE – Voice Of The Township

WINTER BRINGS HIGH NUMBER OF MEN SEEKING SHELTER

Upcoming February Events

STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS PREVIEW – Message From The Mayor

NEED SNOW REMOVAL ASSISTANCE?

AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY AND THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD – Around The Frame

“SAVE MAUMEE” CONSIDERS 2018 MOST SUCCESSFUL YEAR YET

HOW CAN SINGLES HAVE A GREAT VALENTINE’S DAY?