April 2019 Archives

April 12, 2019May 1, 2019 Daris Howard

A CHANGE IN PERSONALITY

My roommate, David, was dating a girl named Annie. She was beautiful, with blonde hair that hung down past her shoulders, and she had big blue eyes. But what made her especially beautiful was her kindness. . . Read More

Health & Exercise

April 12, 2019April 17, 2019 The Waynedale News Staff

HEALTH DEPARTMENT AWARDED GRANT TO PREVENT OVERDOSES

The Allen County Department of Health has received another grant from the Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) to distribute more naloxone kits to community agencies in an effort to help prevent fatal opioid overdoses. . . Read More

Featured Local News

April 12, 2019April 17, 2019 The Waynedale News Staff

OUR CHILDREN OUR FUTURE

Our Children Our Future, Allen County System of Care is hosting its 3rd Annual Resource Fair & Family Fun Night on Thursday, April 25, 2019 at The Summit (1025 W. Rudisill Blvd., . . Read More

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

April 12, 2019January 8, 2020 Michael Morrissey

HUNTING FOSSILS AT FOX ISLAND

These days, the entertainment at Fox Island County Park is about more than hiking, swimming and enjoying nature. You can have some prehistoric fun there, too. As it has for the past several years, the park is also offering its Fossil Pile, allowing visitors . . . Read More

The Great Outdoors

April 12, 2019April 17, 2019 Neil A. Case

ROBINS SING TO SPRING – Life In The Outdoors

“I just love to hear robins sing. When I hear robins sing, I know spring is here,” a neighbor told me recently. Our American robin, as suggested in the book Birds of America, is perhaps the most common bird in North America. . . Read More

Worship Listings & Events

April 12, 2019April 17, 2019 The Waynedale News Staff

Easter Worship & 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

Community Calendar Events

April 12, 2019April 17, 2019 The Waynedale News Staff

Late April Events

DECATUR ARTISAN CRAFT MARKET When: Sat. April 13 Where: Riverside Center, 231 E. Monroe Street, Decatur Why: Fundraiser for City of Decatur/ Hanna Nuttman Proj. Add’l: An average of 40 vendors offering handmade jewelry, seasonal home décor, cleaning supplies, skin care, paintings and prints, baked goods, metal and wood décor and art, food items, soaps & bath balms, books, fabric arts, handmade cards, and so much more. . . Read More

The Great Outdoors

April 12, 2019May 1, 2019 The Waynedale News Staff

PICK UP THE PHONE BEFORE THE SHOVEL

In recognition of National Safe Digging Month, NIPSCO urges customers and contractors to call 811 at least two business days prior to starting any digging project. Calling 811 is not only crucial for your safety and the safety of others — it’s the . . . Read More

Featured Local News Spotlight

April 12, 2019April 17, 2019 The Waynedale News Staff

BREAKING GROUND ON ARDMORE AVENUE GATEWAY PROJECT

Mayor Tom Henry, members of the Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission, local contractors, and City Community Development and Public Works staff broke ground today on improvements to Ardmore Avenue from Airport Expressway to Second Street near the entrance . . . Read More

Original Leisure & Entertainment

April 12, 2019April 17, 2019 Lois Levihn

AROUND THE AUTOPSY TABLE AT THE HUBER – Around The Frame

Over 400 quilt enthusiasts enjoyed the Quilt Fair at the Huber Opera House in Hicksville, Ohio. It was heartening to hear people tell me how they read about it in the Waynedale News! . . Read More

Waynedale Obituaries

April 12, 2019April 17, 2019 The Waynedale News Staff

Paul F. Bunsold, 87

Paul F. Bunsold, 87, passed away on Saturday, April 6, 2019 at Lutheran Hospital. He was born January 30, 1932 in Muncie to the late John R. and Mabel (Smith) Bunsold. . . Read More

Featured Local News

April 12, 2019April 17, 2019 The Waynedale News Staff

BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN PHYSICAL MAIL & EMAIL

Whether it’s a card, a bill, or a special letter, the U.S. Postal Service has a feature that allows you to see what is coming to your mailbox — anytime, anywhere — even while traveling. . . Read More

For Sale & More Ads.

April 12, 2019April 17, 2019 The Waynedale News Staff

April 12, 2019 – Local Ads

TRUCK FOR SALE 1998 Black Chevy Blazer SUV/4W VIN: 1GNDT13W8W2204984 Selling for $870 Vehicle is in need of extensive repairs Contact Rich’s Auto Center 260-747-8145 Visit us at 2135 Sandpoint Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46809 Will be sold by April 26th 2019 by 5:30 pm DAVID WELLS CONCERT Saturday, May 11 6:30p – Chocolate Jazz “Cafe” Mini-Concert Sunday, May 12 9a – Morning Service Love offerings & chocolate desserts. . . Read More

Waynedale Obituaries

April 12, 2019April 17, 2019 The Waynedale News Staff

Beverly A. Giant, 86

Beverly A. Giant, 86, of Fort Wayne passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2019 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 22, 1933, a daughter of the late Jerome and Beatrice (Bodie) Schoeph. . . Read More

Local Opinion Editorials

April 12, 2019April 17, 2019 Kasey Butcher

WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEKEND ON HBO NOW – At The Movies With Kasey

Recently, I subscribed to HBO Now for a month in order to watch the new documentary that I wrote about last time, The Case Against Adnan Syed. Having now seen all four episodes of that documentary, I still think that it is a high-quality, interesting . . . Read More

Waynedale Political Commentaries

April 12, 2019May 1, 2019 The Waynedale News Staff

FEMA GRANTS $1.12 MILLION TO CITY

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has released $1,122,208.50 in Pre-Disaster Mitigation (PDM) funds to the city of Fort Wayne, Ind. for the acquisition of 20 homes in the floodplains of the St. . . . Read More

Featured Local News Spotlight The Great Outdoors

April 12, 2019April 17, 2019 The Waynedale News Staff

ENCOURAGING SPRING TRASH CLEAN-UP APRIL 15 – 30

The Indiana Department of Transportation announced that the agency’s annual Trash Bash! will take place April 15 through April 30. Trash Bash! brings INDOT crews together with volunteers to beautify the state’s roadside areas by cleaning trash . . . Read More

Featured Local News Spotlight

April 12, 2019April 17, 2019 The Waynedale News Staff

IN LOW SUPPLY, COMMUNITY HARVEST SEEKS DONATIONS

Community Harvest Food Bank is reaching out for area support and donations of food items in low supply. The food bank operates several hunger relief programs through nine counties in northeast Indiana and operates from a large Fort Wayne warehouse. . . Read More

Spotlight The Great Outdoors

April 12, 2019April 17, 2019 Dave Umber

HERE COME THE HUMMINGBIRDS – Homeowner Rx

Young, old, male, and female, we have hundreds of customers that just can’t wait for the arrival of their hummingbirds each year. If we don’t have our hummingbird supplies out by the 1st of March we hear about it! . . Read More