Michael Morrissey

November 6, 2024 Michael Morrissey 0 min read

Michael Morrissey

Michael Morrissey is a writer and journalist from Fort Wayne. He attended South Side High School and Northwestern University. He has written for newspapers in Michigan City, Indiana; Pekin, Illinois; and Bradenton, Florida. . . Read More

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June 21, 2024 Michael Morrissey 3 min read

Fox Island County Park Reopens After 2 Years

More than two years after a violent storm lashed Fox Island County Park, felling thousands of trees and blocking most of its hiking trails, the park is finally ready to greet visitors again. . . Read More

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June 7, 2024 Michael Morrissey 3 min read

New Mural By Local Artist Adorns Community

Artist Julie Wall grew up skating at the Roller Dome South on Bluffton Road. And now, the local artist’s talents have brought her full circle. The former Roller Dome South, now a collection of vintage sales booths known as The Rink, recently had the . . . Read More

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May 24, 2024 Michael Morrissey 3 min read

Community Ready To Honor Veterans With Annual Parade

Waynedale’s annual Memorial Day parade is ramping up to help celebrate the holiday and honor our nation’s service members, past and present. The annual spring celebration is usually one of the area’s most popular and well-attended events, attracting . . . Read More

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April 26, 2024 Michael Morrissey 3 min read

Recovery Still In Progress At Fox Island County Park After Storm

Even though it happened more than two years ago, the violent derecho storm that struck our area has had a lingering effect on Fox Island County Park.“I just knew (after seeing the damage) it was going to be at least two years before we’d be . . . Read More

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March 1, 2024 Michael Morrissey 3 min read

Aunt Millie’s Moves To Waynedale

A major Fort Wayne retailer is planning to move its headquarters into Waynedale. This is according to Aunt Millie’s Bakeries company officials who announced their plans earlier this month. The firm is looking to vacate its building at 350 Pearl Street . . . Read More

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February 2, 2024 Michael Morrissey 4 min read

Helping The Fort’s Homeless

As Fort Wayne faces what one expert calls an “explosion” in its homeless problem, one volunteer is doing her best to combat the continuing problem. Sally Becker Segerson has become a force for helping the homeless in Fort Wayne, dropping off supplies . . . Read More

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November 24, 2023 Michael Morrissey 3 min read

Watch For Quarry Observation Tower Upgrades

A half-century old Waynedale landmark is set to see some upgrades in the near future. Company officials are planning to upgrade and improve the observation tower at the old Hanson limestone quarry off Ardmore and Sandpoint Roads. . . Read More

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November 10, 2023 Michael Morrissey 3 min read

Coffee Lands Big In Waynedale

A “new” coffee shop is opening its doors in the string of businesses along Lower Huntington Road, according to the shop’s owner. Landing Zone Coffee and Bake House opened its doors early last month, absorbing the space once occupied by Sunshine . . . Read More

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October 13, 2023 Michael Morrissey 3 min read

Roller Dome To Become Antique Mall & More

Another vintage Waynedale building will soon see new life breathed into its rusting exterior. The old Roller Dome skating rink is preparing for reincarnation as an antique mall, according to one local entrepreneur. . . Read More

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August 4, 2023 Michael Morrissey 2 min read

Connecting Our Online Community ~ Community Spotlight

One Waynedale retiree donates her time keeping residents informed about the community on social media. For about the last three years, Terri Shimp has been the administrator of the Waynedale Community group on Facebook, posting local news, area happenings, . . . Read More

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July 21, 2023 Michael Morrissey 3 min read

Fostering A Better Life For Pups

A local woman is making it her personal mission to help rescue dogs more humanely than might be possible through government-run animal care, and she hopes an upcoming fundraiser will help continue her quest. . . Read More

Original Leisure & Entertainment Spotlight

June 23, 2023 Michael Morrissey 3 min read

Looking For Summer Activities?

Looking for a way to beat the summer doldrums? The Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department may have just the cure you’re looking for. Just one glance at the agency’s free booklet compiling its summer activities tells you the breadth and depth . . . Read More

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June 9, 2023 Michael Morrissey 4 min read

Recovering After A Devastating House Fire

A local woman is hoping to raise money for a friend who has suffered an improbable streak of bad luck. A few months ago, Jackie Rudd was coming out of the shower in her home on Lower Huntington Road when she noticed smoke seeping under the bathroom . . . Read More

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May 26, 2023 Michael Morrissey 3 min read

Memorial Day Parade Marches On

It’s that time of year again. Soon, the streets of Waynedale will be filled with marching bands, fire trucks, police cars, and holiday revelers, as the annual Memorial Day Parade rolls into town. . . Read More

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April 28, 2023 Michael Morrissey 2 min read

Dr. Blake Honored To Lead Indiana Dentistry Association

A Waynedale dentist has received the honor of being named President of the Indiana Dental Association. Dr. Tom Blake DDS MAGD, whose practice is located in Waynedale at 2409 Fairoak Drive, was elected to the office of Second Vice President three years . . . Read More

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March 31, 2023 Michael Morrissey 3 min read

Local Artist Tattoos Warplanes

A local artist has taken his talents to the sky, so to speak, to decorate some local military aircraft. Fort Wayne tattoo artist Jeremy Selzer has taken his creativity to the Indiana Air National Guard base at Fort Wayne International Airport, decorating . . . Read More

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March 31, 2023 Michael Morrissey 4 min read

Wayne Improvements Take Shape

Josh Summers is concerned about the state of Wayne High School, not just as a Fort Wayne Community School (FWCS) administrator, but as a Wayne parent.Both of his daughters also attend the school, so his interest in seeing it upgraded is more than . . . Read More

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February 17, 2023 Michael Morrissey 3 min read

Arcos Restaurant To Replace Bandidos

A new business is scheduled to assume the location of an old Waynedale favorite. The Bandidos location on Winchester Road – the chain’s original and first restaurant – has closed for business and its building is waiting to host its next owner.Arcos . . . Read More

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January 20, 2023 Michael Morrissey 4 min read

Being Thankful For Companionship

Lois Schenk is thankful to have a new friend to celebrate the new year with. But her new acquaintance isn’t just any old pal, it’s her new service dog, Kento, who’s been trained to help her with day-to-day tasks and assist her in dealing with . . . Read More

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January 20, 2023 Michael Morrissey 3 min read

ACPL Eliminates Late Fees

Starting this year, borrowing books from the library will be considerably cheaper. Beginning on January 3, 2023, The Allen County Public Library (ACPL) suspended its late fees for overdue book returns, eliminating its late fee system entirely. . . Read More

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December 2, 2022 Michael Morrissey 4 min read

A New Generation Begins To Lead The Community

As our community ages, younger business owners in the area are taking on more leadership roles. For many, the global pandemic disrupted workers and motivated older company staff to retire. Since Waynedale has a great amount of legacy, family owned and . . . Read More

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November 4, 2022 Michael Morrissey 4 min read

Waynedale Elementary Upgrades

Being Principal of Waynedale Elementary School, Kristee Hoffner knows her building and exactly how badly the recent improvements there were needed.As a part of the Fort Wayne Community School’s (FWCS) capital improvement project to renovate many . . . Read More

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September 9, 2022 Michael Morrissey 3 min read

1,200 Bags Of Pet Food Donated To The Pet Food Pantry!

A local Waynedale agency that helps care for pets and owner needs recently got a huge boost from a generous corporate sponsor. Thanks to the pet-product website, Chewy.com, Humane . . . . . Read More

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August 12, 2022 Michael Morrissey 3 min read

Sol Fest Shines To Give Fox Island Rehab Hope

A long-time Fort Wayne event is redirecting its focus to help a county park in dire need. Sol Fest, which traditionally has been held at Fox Island County Park, will instead happen at Parkview Field this year, according to festival organizer Sarah Loshe.“I’ve . . . Read More