LET’S MAKE 2020 THE YEAR OF COMMUNITY
If you looked only at the big picture, you’d have to say we live in deeply troubled times. It seems we’ve never been more polarized. Political discourse feels more like a war zone than a thoughtful
Author: The Waynedale News Staff
ALLEN COUNTY SPCA HAS RECORD-SETTING #GIVINGTUESDAY
The Allen County SPCA set a new #GivingTuesday record with a total of $70,044.33 donated in 24 hours! Thanks to two anonymous $15,000 gifts promising to double donor dollars, the Allen County SPCA set
750 MEMORIAL WREATHS PLACED BY FT WAYNE CIVIL AIR PATROL
Fort Wayne’s own Civil Air Patrol Squadron and Lindenwood cemetery joined the more than 1,500 participating locations across the country and 24 locations overseas on Saturday, December 14, 2019.
National
RECORD INVESTMENTS SUPPORT HEALTHY, VIBRANT NEIGHBORHOODS
Over the past six years, nearly 3,000 infrastructure improvements were completed in Fort Wayne neighborhoods totaling $180 million. This year continued that work with a record $31 million investment
USPS ASKS CUSTOMERS TO PLEASE CLEAR SNOW AND ICE
The U.S. Postal Service is asking customers to please help our letter carriers deliver mail safely by clearing snow and ice from sidewalks, stairs and mailboxes.
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“Snow and ice make delivery dangerous and slow,” said Greater Indiana Distr
ONLINE SHOPPING THIS HOLIDAY SEASON? BE SURE TO STAY SAFE
The holiday shopping season is in full swing, and the Indiana Department of Revenue (DOR) is partnering with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to encourage online shoppers to be extra vigilant to protect
Holiday Worship & Events
ELMHURST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE
2908 Kelmar Dr.
Fort Wayne, IN 46809
(260) 747-6412
Regular Worship Times:
Sunday School 9:30a
Sunday Morning Worship 10:30a
Sunday Evening Service 6p
“Hour of Power” Wednesday 7p
Sunday School For All Age
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2908 Kelmar Dr.
Fort Wayne, IN 46809
(260) 747-6412
Regular Worship Times:
Sunday School 9:30a
Sunday Morning Worship 10:30a
Sunday Evening Service 6p
“Hour of Power” Wednesday 7p
Sunday School For All Age
Upcoming Holiday Events
SANTA & THE REINDEER
When: Sat. Dec. 21, noon-4p
Where: Botanical Conservatory,
Add’l: Santa and two of his reindeer will greet the children while Mom and Dad take photos to capture this special moment. Also enjoy “up-close” magic tri
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When: Sat. Dec. 21, noon-4p
Where: Botanical Conservatory,
Add’l: Santa and two of his reindeer will greet the children while Mom and Dad take photos to capture this special moment. Also enjoy “up-close” magic tri
FREE LEGAL HELP FOR THE PUBLIC ON MLK DAY 2020
Hoosiers needing answers to legal questions are invited to a free legal consultation during the Indiana State Bar Association’s annual “Talk to a Lawyer Today” on Jan. 20, 2020. Consultations
Edward Koop, Jr., 81
Edward Koop, Jr., 81, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Thursday, December 5, 2019. He was born December 19, 1937 in Fort Wayne, son of the late Edward and Kathryn (Egolf) Koop, Sr. He worked in the oil
ACRES LAND TRUST LAUNCHES FIRST-EVER CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
ACRES Land Trust is launching a Capital Campaign to help build a barn and renovate the home it uses as an office. The investments will help the nonprofit care for its expanding acreage, following a
A PLANT THAT BLOOMS THROUGH WINTER – Green-Thumb Gardener
As customers search for those bright spots of color during our gray winter days, they often choose winter-blooming cyclamen plants (Cyclamen persicum). Their heart-shaped, patterned leaves and upswept
Dec. 20, 2019 – Local Ads
OLD FASHIONED MINCEMEAT FOR SALE
Contains Beef & Spices
In One Quart Containers
Will Make A Nice 9” Pie
Call 260-622-6084
Ossian Bethlehem Lutheran Church
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In One Quart Containers
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Call 260-622-6084
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INCREASE IN WINTER COYOTE SIGHTINGS IS NO CAUSE FOR ALARM
It’s that time of year again – coyotes are on the move, and Indiana residents might see them more, but this should not be a cause for alarm.
Coyotes are common everywhere in the state, even in urban
December Worship & Events
ELMHURST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE
2908 Kelmar Dr.
Fort Wayne, IN 46809
(260) 747-6412
Regular Worship Times:
Sunday School 9:30a
Sunday Morning Worship 10:30a
Sunday Evening Service 6p
“Hour of Power” Wednesday 7p
Sunday School For All Age
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2908 Kelmar Dr.
Fort Wayne, IN 46809
(260) 747-6412
Regular Worship Times:
Sunday School 9:30a
Sunday Morning Worship 10:30a
Sunday Evening Service 6p
“Hour of Power” Wednesday 7p
Sunday School For All Age
DNR HOLIDAY GIFT PACKS ARE NOW AVAILABLE
Cross those hard-to-buy-for people off your shopping list by giving them a holiday gift pack from the DNR. The DNR gift pack saves you $31 over buying the items individually.
A gift pack is a gift the
PEARL HARBOR DAY REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY ON DEC. 7
The Army Navy Union #57, the Allen County Council of Veterans and the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum will host a Pearl Harbor Day Remembrance Ceremony in Memorial Hall on Saturday, December 7 at 2:00 p.m. This will mark the 78th annivers
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FANTASY OF LIGHTS CELEBRATES 25TH SEASON
Blue Jacket is excited to announce larger displays, more interactivity and some special touches in 2019 for the signature area holiday event.
This year the event is open from now through New Year’s
THE CLYDE WELCOMED 100,000TH CONCERT ATTENDEE
The Clyde Theatre recognized the 100,000th concert-goer during the sold-out Temptations show Friday night.
Tamara Drew (pictured here with her son Drew Hennebry) was greeted by a confetti cannon in the
Dec. 6, 2019 – Local Ads
SLIGHTLY USED EXERCISE ITEMS
Aero Pilates Performer Plus $150.00 (New $425)
Nordic Track E 9.0 Z Elliptical $425 (New $997.00)
Call 208-270-0192 (In Fort Wayne)
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Aero Pilates Performer Plus $150.00 (New $425)
Nordic Track E 9.0 Z Elliptical $425 (New $997.00)
Call 208-270-0192 (In Fort Wayne)
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NATALIE AXEL RECEIVES BBBS DIANE HUMPHREY AWARD
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Indiana awarded the 2019 Diane Humphrey Award to Natalie Axel during the 12th Annual Women’s Champagne Brunch at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum. Established
FESTIVAL OF LESSONS & CAROLS
St. Therese Catholic Church, 2304 Lower Huntington Rd., Fort Wayne, will host a Festival of Lessons and Carols on Monday, Dec. 16, at 7:00 p.m. There is no charge, but a free will offering will be taken up to benefit the Saint Vincent de Paul So
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December Events
COMMUNITY BREAKFAST
When: Sat. Dec. 7, 6a-10a
Where: Waynedale Masonic Lodge, 7039 Elzey St. 46809
Cost: Free-will donation
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When: Sat. Dec. 7, 6a-10a
Where: Waynedale Masonic Lodge, 7039 Elzey St. 46809
Cost: Free-will donation
CHRISTMAS AT SWINNEY HOME
When: Dec. 6, 2-4p; Dec. 7 10:30a & 2p
Where: Historic Swinney Homestead, 1424 W. J
MUSIC HELPS US CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS
“I’m Dreaming of a White Christmas…” the words echo in my mind as I hum the tune throughout my day. Chances are that I heard this seasonal favorite on my way to work in the morning. For years