The Waynedale News Staff

April 11, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 3 min read

Children’s Hospital Celebrates Volunteer, Marla Lorenz

“Is that volunteer here?” That’s a question often heard at Lutheran Children’s Hospital when the smallest patients are on the hunt for Marla Lorenz. March signals a decade of volunteering for Lorenz who turns 70 in July. . . Read More

The Great Outdoors

April 11, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 1 min read

Great American Cleanup Motivates Community Pride

The Great American Cleanup is the nation’s largest community improvement program that Fort Wayne has participated in for nearly 30 years. It’s a time when we can show our community pride by lending a hand to clean up littered roadsides, parks, . . . Read More

Featured Local News

April 11, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Karlene Krouse Celebrates 40 Years As Theater Director

This year marks Karlene Krouse’s 40th year serving as Theater Director at Bishop Luers High School. During this time, she has contributed immensely to the growth of its Performing Arts program. . . Read More

Featured Local News

April 11, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 1 min read

Shamrocks Sprout Big Prizes!

Waynedale celebrated St. Patrick’s Day with the Shamrock Search, a fun-filled treasure hunt held March 17 – 21. Participants followed daily clues to local businesses, finding hidden shamrocks and winning prizes while supporting the community. . . Read More

Featured Local News

April 11, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 1 min read

Soon: Miami Indian Heritage Days

The History Center presents the 2025 Miami Indian Heritage Days, beginning Saturday, May 3 at the Chief Richardville House, 5705 Bluffton Road, Fort Wayne. Learn about the lasting heritage of the Miami and other regional Native American groups. . . Read More

Featured Local News Spotlight

April 11, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Allen County Adopts New County Flag Designed By Local Artists

The Allen County Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted a new county flag during their Legislative Session on Friday, April 4, 2025. Creating a new flag for Allen County was one of the many Legacy Projects accomplished by the Bicentennial Celebration . . . Read More

Featured Local News

April 11, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Spring Cleaning Shred Day

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is bringing back its highly anticipated Shred Day, offering residents a secure and convenient way to dispose of sensitive documents. On Saturday, April 26th, from 9:00 AM to Noon, community members can take advantage . . . Read More

Featured Local News

April 11, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 1 min read

Get Involved At The Volunteer Expo

Volunteer Center will host its annual “Get Connected Volunteer Expo” on Thursday, April 24th from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. at Glenbrook Square Mall, 4201 Coldwater Road, in the lower level near the food court. . . Read More

Health & Exercise

April 11, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 1 min read

Young Athletes Of All Abilities Invited To Programs

In partnership with Special Olympics Indiana, Turnstone Center is excited to host the Special Olympics Indiana Young Athletes program starting April 30, 2025. With eight weekly sessions from 5:15-6 PM in the Plassman Fieldhouse, this program will run . . . Read More

Health & Exercise

April 11, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

New Francine’s Friends Mobile Mammography Coach Dedicated

The Parkview Health Foundation, in collaboration with Parkview Packnett Family Cancer Institute (PFCI), is proud to announce the dedication of a new Francine’s Friends Mobile Mammography coach, enhancing access to life-saving 3D mammography screenings . . . Read More

Spotlight The Great Outdoors

April 11, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 1 min read

Spring Temperatures Are Keeping Staff Busy At FWACC

The glimpses of spring are here, and that means more pets are outside. For Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control this leads to an increase in incoming stray animals and unwanted litters. . . Read More

Featured Local News

April 11, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 1 min read

See The Newly Released Neighborhood 101 Guides & Videos

The City of Fort Wayne’s Neighborhoods Department is releasing the first of a series of Neighborhood 101 guides and videos to support residents in strengthening their neighborhood associations. The guides and videos can be found on the City’s Engage . . . Read More

For Sale & More Ads.

April 11, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Local Text Ads: April 11 Update

BAE SYSTEMSSPRING MARKETSat. April 26, 9am-3pmHandmade Items, Unique Gifts, Baked Goods, and Much More!4250 Airport ExpresswayEntrance AOpen to the publicCome Shop! HUGE MULTIPLE FAMILY GARAGE SALE704 Snowfall RoadWed. April 30 -Sat. . . Read More

Featured Local News Spotlight

April 11, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Vintage Big Boy Sign On Display

A nostalgic piece of Fort Wayne’s past has found a new home and it’s doing more than just stirring memories. Last fall, Adam Roby of Community Harvest Food Bank reached out to The Rink Vintage and Antiques (4540 Bluffton Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46809) . . . Read More

Health & Exercise

April 11, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

County Health Department Reports First 2025 Measles Case

The Allen County Department of Health confirms one local case of measles, in an unvaccinated minor. . . . . . Read More

Featured Local News Spotlight

April 11, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 0 min read

Miami Middle School Hosts FWCS All-City Chess Tournament

Students from five schools gathered for the FWCS All-City Chess Tournament, where Miami Middle School, lead by Doug Koerner, earned a strong 3rd place finish. Blackhawk Middle School took home the top spot. . . Read More

Featured Local News

April 11, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 3 min read

‘Nashville Thursdays’ To Support Local Imagination Library

The Allen County Public Library (ACPL) is excited to announce its partnership with the Clyde Theatre for a special four-week fundraising initiative in support of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. Every Thursday in the month of April, the Club Room . . . Read More

Featured Local News

April 11, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

“Alice In LADAland” Whimsical World Of Inclusion & Imagination

Audiences Unlimited and Life Adult Day Academy (LADA) are proud to present Alice in LADAland, a collaborative, inclusive theatrical performance premiering on Friday, April 25, 2025, at 1 p.m. at the Parkview Physician’s Group Arts Lab at 300 E Main . . . Read More

Worship Listings & Events

April 11, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 4 min read

Local Worship & Events: April 11 Update

HOLY SCRIPTURELUTHERAN CHURCHwww.HolyScriptureFW.org8811 Kinnerk RoadFort Wayne, IN 46819(260) 478-1717Worship Times: Sun. 9:30aAdult & . . . . . Read More

Health & Exercise

April 11, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 1 min read

Upcoming: Grief Support Events

Invisible InkMay 8-29 – Thursdays 3:30-5:00 p.m. at Peggy F. Murphy Community Grief Center, 5920 Homestead Rd., Fort Wayne. RSVP at linktr.ee/pfmgriefcenter by Friday, May 2. Invisible Ink is a writing program for anyone . . . Read More

Featured Local News

April 11, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 1 min read

Free Bike Racks Available To Eligible Businesses

New bike racks are now available for free to local businesses wanting to welcome cyclists and offer them a way to park their bikes safely. As part of the City of Fort Wayne’s Bike Rack Program, 65 bike racks are available on a first-come first-serve . . . Read More

Health & Exercise

March 28, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

YWCA Hosts Fourth 5K Race For Equality

The Race for Equality 5K and 1 Mile Walk/Run is a fundraiser for YWCA’s work towards equality, which includes community events, assessing community priority areas for equality, and developing educational content to share with Fort Wayne and the northeast . . . Read More

Featured Local News Spotlight

March 28, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Curtain Up, Hearts Open!

Fort Wayne’s faith-based youth theater academy, Fire & Light Productions, is taking center stage this spring, not only with standout student performances but also with powerful partnerships that uplift children throughout the region. . . Read More

Featured Local News Spotlight

March 28, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 3 min read

Student Wins Prize In C-SPAN’s National Documentary Competition

Leah Steup, a student at Homestead High School in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is a 2025 second-prize winner in C-SPAN’s 21st annual StudentCam competition and will receive $1,500 for the video, “Kids First: Indiana’s Child Welfare System.” . . Read More

For Sale & More Ads.

March 28, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Local Text Ads: March 28 Update

FOR SALE 2015 NISSAN MURANO77,150 milesVery good conditionAsking $11,900Call 260-494-2548 to view vehicle GARAGE SALEApril 10-11: 8am-6pmSat. April 12: 8am-1pmOUMC 201 W Mil St. Ossian, IN260-622-4326 CLASS REUNIONElmhurst 1975 on Nov. . . Read More