The Waynedale News Staff

September 12, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 1 min read

Roanoke Dedicates New Memorial Fountain

The new Roanoke Memorial Fountain was dedicated in the heart of downtown Roanoke on September 3rd. In 1929, a water fountain was dedicated by the Roanoke Library Club in honor of nurse Grace Buell and soldier Robert Mayne, two Roanoke residents who . . . Read More

Health & Exercise

September 12, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 5 min read

How To Balance Nutrients In Student Meals & Snacks

Kids are back in school and whether you’re prepping breakfast, packing a lunch, or doling out snacks to ravenous eaters after school, finding balance between nutritious foods and treat foods is key to establishing good eating habits early. . . Read More

Local Opinion Editorials

September 12, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 3 min read

Let A Financial Advisor Help Plan For Life’s Curveballs

No matter what stage of your life you’re in, caring for children, working toward retirement or planning your legacy, unforeseen events like a job loss, a major illness or even a stock market drop could derail what you’re working so hard to achieve . . . Read More

Featured Local News

September 12, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

‘Local Food Throwdown’ Fundraiser & Competition

Northeast Indiana Local Food Network is bringing back their popular Local Food Throwdown fundraiser and competition on Monday, September 29, at The Lodge at Camp Red Cedar. Tickets are on sale now through Friday, September 26, or until the event sells . . . Read More

The Great Outdoors

September 12, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Making Fort Wayne More Accessible With The Residential Accessibility Modifications Program

The City of Fort Wayne’s Residential Accessibility Modifications Program is now open. This program offers qualified households a grant to make accessibility improvements to their homes. Qualified applicants must: Own their home, Have a household that includes a person with a permanent disability, Live inside City limits, and Have a household income at or below 80 percent of the Area Median Income (approximately $72,000 for a family of four). . . Read More

Worship Listings & Events

September 12, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Local Worship & Events: Sept. 12 Update

BETHANYLUTHERAN CHURCHwww.BethanyLC.org2435 Engle Rd.Fort Wayne, IN 46809(260) 747-0713Worship Times: Sun. 9:30a10:45a Bible Class. . .FISH . . . . . Read More

Featured Local News

September 12, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 1 min read

Local Mystery Theatre Showing

The St. Therese Little Flower Theatre returns with its production of “Murder on the Menu.” The Mystery Theatre event will be held on Saturday, September 27, at 6:00 p.m. in the St. . . Read More

Featured Local News

September 12, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Giving Senior Dogs A 2nd Chance

Some furry faces are gray, but there is bright news for senior dogs this year! The Grey Muzzle Organization has awarded a transformative grant to Humane Fort Wayne, ensuring more older dogs in our community receive the love, comfort, and medical care . . . Read More

Featured Local News Spotlight

September 12, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 4 min read

World ParaVolley World Cup To Be Held In Fort Wayne

Turnstone Center, in partnership with World ParaVolley (WPV), Visit Fort Wayne, and the City of Fort Wayne, announced that Fort Wayne will host the 2025 WPV Sitting ParaVolley World Cup from October 12–18, 2025. . . Read More

Health & Exercise

September 12, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

New: Fort Wayne Heat & Air Quality Study Results

The City of Fort Wayne’s Community Development Division released heat and air quality data collected last summer as part of a federal Urban Heat Island mapping initiative. The results provide a snapshot in time of how urban heat and pollutant levels . . . Read More

Featured Local News Spotlight

September 12, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Celebrating Monarch Migrations At Eagle Marsh

The Little River Wetlands Project is inviting the community to celebrate one of nature’s most captivating stories at its annual Monarch Festival. The event will be held on Saturday, September 13, from 11 a.m. . . Read More

For Sale & More Ads.

September 12, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 3 min read

Local Text Ads: Sept. 12 Update

ELMHURST CLASS OF 1975 REUNIONAt Pine Valley Country ClubNeed reservation by Oct. 7Contact Jim Norton at Jnorton57@yahoo.comFacebook: Elmhurst Seventy Five ESTATE SALEBeds, dressers, kitchen items, snow blower, microwave etc…9530 Mariners . . . . Read More

Featured Local News

September 12, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Conference To Honor Fort Wayne’s Historic Architecture

Preserving Historic Places: Indiana’s Statewide Historic Preservation Conference will bring over 250 attendees to Fort Wayne September 30 – October 3 to explore the power of historic preservation in shaping vibrant communities. . . Read More

Spotlight The Great Outdoors

September 12, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

The Re-Imagined Brewer Park Opens

The Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department officially reopened Brewer Park located at 800 East Pettit Street with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker, Parks and Recreation Director Steve McDaniel, Parks’ Deputy Director . . . Read More

Featured Local News

August 29, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 3 min read

Bill Blass: Honoring A Legacy

William Ralph Blass (1922-2002) defined the relaxed elegance that would characterize American fashion in the late 20th century. Before becoming a fashion designer and achieving worldwide fame, Bill Blass was a boy with a dream from Fort Wayne, IN. . . Read More

Featured Local News

August 29, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Over 50,000 Free Books Mailed To Allen County Kids

The Allen County Public Library (ACPL) is proud to announce a major milestone in its partnership with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library: more than 50,000 books have now been mailed directly to the homes of young children across Allen County – . . . Read More

The Great Outdoors

August 29, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Local Artists Turn Storm Drains Into Lively Public Art

From August 16–24, storm drains across Fort Wayne began bursting with color as local and regional muralists transformed them into works of art carrying a powerful environmental message: Only Rain in the Drain. . . Read More

Featured Local News

August 29, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Brad Miller Gala, Auction & Golf Outing Raises Over $750k

The sold-out 22nd Annual Brad Miller Gala, Auction, & Golf Outing was a proud moment for Big Brothers Big Sisters after raising over $750,000 in total for matches in its one-to-one mentoring program. . . Read More

Featured Local News Spotlight

August 29, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 1 min read

Are You Ready To Be A Fort Wayne Tourist?

Fort Wayne residents will once again have the opportunity to discover the treasures of their city during the annual Be A Tourist in Your Own Hometown event, presented by Visit Fort Wayne. . . Read More

Featured Local News

August 29, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Big Laughs, Real Impact At ‘Laughs For Literacy’

Get ready for big laughs with a big purpose! The Literacy Alliance invites the community to its annual Laughs for Literacy! fundraiser, the Funniest Fundraiser in the Fort, featuring nationally touring comedians, a full pub-style buffet, a silent auction, . . . Read More

The Great Outdoors

August 29, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 1 min read

Hille Farm Receives Hoosier Homestead Award

The Hille Farm in Allen County recently received a Hoosier Homestead Sesquicentennial Award for being in operation since 1875, according to State Rep. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) and State Sen. Justin Busch (R-Fort Wayne). . . Read More

For Sale & More Ads.

August 29, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Local Text Ads: Aug. 29 Update

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Health & Exercise

August 29, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Enjoy the Ride! Navigating A Longer, Healthier Life

Lutheran Health Network has developed an exciting new initiative designed to empower our community to live longer, healthier lives. Enjoy the Ride: Navigating a Longer, Healthier Life is a FREE 12-day, longevity-focused email series launching on Sept. . . . Read More

Featured Local News Spotlight

August 29, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Experience West Central’s Historic Home & Garden Tour

The charm of the past meets modern design in Fort Wayne’s West Central Neighborhood on September 6 and 7, 2025, when the 43rd Annual West Central Home & Garden Tour and ArtsFest return for a weekend of history, art, and community. . . Read More

Health & Exercise

August 29, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 1 min read

A Safety Plan Before Planting Trees

Trees can be beautiful additions to a yard, but knowing how to plant one safely can be tricky. While you may think of the potential dangers to yourself when planting a tree, there are also ways you can harm nearby power lines and other trees. . . Read More