Michael Morrissey – The Waynedale News

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Michael Morrissey August 4, 2023August 7, 2023

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

Featured Local News Spotlight

Michael Morrissey July 21, 2023July 24, 2023

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

Michael Morrissey June 23, 2023June 17, 2023

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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Michael Morrissey June 9, 2023June 17, 2023

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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Michael Morrissey May 26, 2023June 17, 2023

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

Featured Local News Health & Exercise

Michael Morrissey April 28, 2023April 28, 2023

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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Michael Morrissey March 31, 2023April 13, 2023

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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Michael Morrissey March 31, 2023April 13, 2023

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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Michael Morrissey February 17, 2023February 27, 2023

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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Michael Morrissey January 20, 2023January 26, 2023

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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Michael Morrissey January 20, 2023January 26, 2023

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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Michael Morrissey December 2, 2022December 16, 2022

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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Michael Morrissey November 4, 2022December 16, 2022

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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Michael Morrissey September 9, 2022September 16, 2022

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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Michael Morrissey August 12, 2022August 19, 2022

New Waynedale Hardware Store Returns, Better Than Ever

A new retail shop has popped up in the empty spot of a long-time Waynedale business that closed recently. “It feels like it’s been long enough. Everybody misses Umber’s Do It Best, and want to see something new it’s place,” said Cody Lybrook, . . . Read More

Featured Local News Spotlight The Great Outdoors

Michael Morrissey August 12, 2022August 16, 2022

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

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Michael Morrissey July 29, 2022August 3, 2022

Serving Up Smiles At GiGi’s

A new local restaurant is serving the public, while also providing a service to our area’s special needs workers. Gigi’s Genesis Health Bar, an off-shoot of local Down Syndrome advocate agency, Gigi’s Playhouse, is serving customers at a small . . . Read More

Featured Local News Spotlight The Great Outdoors

Michael Morrissey July 1, 2022July 7, 2022

When Will Fox Island Reopen?

The violent thunderstorm that ripped through Waynedale has left Fox Island County Park in a precarious situation. So many of the park’s trees were felled by the storm’s high winds (reported at up to 98 miles per hour at Fort Wayne International . . . Read More

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Michael Morrissey June 3, 2022June 6, 2022

Foster Park Pavilion #3 Restored

The city’s Parks Department and local parks support groups are pushing to renovate and repair one of the oldest structures in one of our community’s oldest parks. Pavilion # 3 at Foster Park is set to see several improvements and upgrades over the . . . Read More

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Michael Morrissey May 20, 2022May 24, 2022

The Parade Marches On!

The Memorial Day holiday is fast approaching and that means Waynedale streets will soon be filled with revelers, police cars, fire trucks, and marching bands.Sponsored by, and created by local veterans’ organizations AmVets and Veterans of Foreign . . . Read More

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Michael Morrissey April 22, 2022April 22, 2022

Take A Unique Stroll With Soundwalk

A Fort Wayne agency has crafted a new tool to help residents learn more about their historic neighborhood. The Wunderkammer Company, headquartered on the south side of Fort Wayne, has created a new touring program for the southern neighborhood around . . . Read More

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Michael Morrissey March 11, 2022March 16, 2022

One Lovely, Terrible Orchestra

A troupe of Fort Wayne musicians is playing “terrible” music to entertain the city and bring themselves a little happiness. A group of roughly 30 former instrumentalists calling themselves the Fort Wayne Terrible Orchestra have been meeting for . . . Read More

Featured Local News The Great Outdoors

Michael Morrissey February 25, 2022March 1, 2022

Expanding The City’s Tree Canopy

One local man is doing his best to ensure that Fort Wayne stays greener in the months and years to come. In January of this year, Kody Tinnel started a new program he called the Tree Canopy Growth Fund, looking to protect, preserve, and expand trees . . . Read More

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Michael Morrissey January 28, 2022February 11, 2022

Local Retired Teacher Inspires Youth With Her New Book

A local author has self-published her first book, looking to boost the confidence and self-worth of local youth. Tina Gasnarez, a retired teacher, and administrator for Purdue Fort Wayne, spent several months last year writing, rewriting and editing . . . Read More

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Michael Morrissey January 14, 2022January 18, 2022

South Side H.S. Hosts Used Shoe Drive For Recycling Program

Some smelly, old gym shoes are the currency one South Side High School coach hopes can help her teams. South Side’s Assistant Track and Field Coach, Tiffany Fields, said she recently started a fundraiser for her teams that collects old sneakers and . . . Read More

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