The Waynedale News Staff

June 20, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 3 min read

Immerse Yourself In The Health Benefits Of Swimming

The hot, sunny days of summer are a great time to jump into the water and swim your way to better health. Lucas Berghoff, D.O., a sports medicine physician with Lutheran Health Physicians, says swimming is easy on your joints and one of the best ways . . . Read More

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June 20, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Local Dancer Wins ‘Center Stage’ Variety Talent Show

Dancer, Torion Pickett, was announced as the first place winner at Turnstone’s “Center Stage: Fort Wayne’s Premier Talent Show” fundraiser following an impressive performance to “False Confidence” by Noah Kahan. Torion’s first-place finish . . . Read More

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June 20, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 1 min read

FWPD Body Cams Capture Heroic Dog Rescue During Fire

At approximately 12:25 a.m. on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, Fort Wayne Police Department officers responded to a structure fire reported in the 3700 block of South Hanna Street. Upon arrival, officers observed a detached garage fully engulfed in flames, . . . Read More

Worship Listings & Events

June 20, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Local Worship & Events: June 20 Update

WAYNEDALE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHwww.WaynedaleUMC.com2501 Church StreetFort Wayne, IN 46809(260) 747-7424office.waynedaleumc@gmail.comWorship . . . . . Read More

The Great Outdoors

June 20, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 1 min read

Stay Safe on The Water This Summer

With summer here, Indiana Conservation Officers remind Hoosiers to make water safety a priority throughout the summer. “We urge everyone to recognize the danger water poses,” said Capt. Jet Quillen. Here are some basic water safety tips: Discuss the dangers of water with your family and loved ones before going out. . . Read More

For Sale & More Ads.

June 20, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Local Text Ads: June 20 Update

HAVE SCRAP METAL?We can pickup unwanted appliances and any other scrap metal.Also, we can haul away any other items that need to be removed.We can also cleanout houses and garages including hoarder houses.Please . . Read More

Health & Exercise

June 20, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 1 min read

Listen: Mind. Body. Bowen. Podcast.

Bowen Health is launching a new podcast designed to help listeners live their best lives longer. “Mind. Body. Bowen. Podcast.” is a weekly series providing expert insights into mental and physical health, as well as practical self-help topics. . . Read More

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June 20, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 1 min read

WUMC To Host Local Art Show

For over a year and a half, Waynedale United Methodist Church has sponsored an art program known as DOTS (Drawing On The Spirit). They meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:00am-1:30pm and is totally free of charge. Participants . . Read More

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June 20, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Waynedale Community Searches For A Logo

The City of Fort Wayne is working closely with the Waynedale community and asking for input to develop a dedicated brand for the “Waynedale business corridor,” which includes key stretches of Lower Huntington Road and Bluffton Road. . . Read More

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June 20, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Celebrating 25 Years Of High Quality H2O

City Utilities’ Three Rivers Filtration Plant has earned national recognition for its unwavering commitment to water quality and operational excellence. The filtration plant was the recipient of the 25-Year Directors Award from the Partnership for . . . Read More

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June 20, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Plant, Pick & Plate Program Kicks Off At Johnnie Mae Farm

Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker and officials from the United States Conference of Mayors and the American Beverage Foundation for a Healthy America (ABFHA) joined area youth at Johnnie Mae Farm to kick off the new Plant, Pick & Plate program. . . Read More

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June 20, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 0 min read

Soon: Downtown 4th Of July Fireworks

The City of Fort Wayne announced the Indiana Michigan Power Center in downtown Fort Wayne will again be the location for this year’s Fourth of July fireworks show on Friday, July 4. . . Read More

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June 20, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 1 min read

Culvers Hosts Fundraiser To Support Honor Flight

Culver’s will host a fundraiser to benefit Honor Flight Northeast Indiana (HFNEI) on Wednesday, June 25th at multiple locations in and around Fort Wayne. 20% of the sales earned during the fundraising hours will be donated to HFNEI. . . Read More

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June 20, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Waddle To The Duck Race To Benefit Iris Family Support Center

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Waynedale Obituaries

June 20, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 1 min read

Lucinda May Tesch, 80

Lucinda May Tesch, 80, passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at Lutheran Hospital of Fort Wayne. Born in Three Rivers, Mich., she was the daughter of the late Chester and Emmie (Ream) Barton. . . Read More

Waynedale Obituaries

June 20, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 1 min read

Norma Donna Jean Lee, 90

Norma Donna Jean Lee, 90, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2025. She was born February 14, 1935, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Donna worked as a Registered Nurse, having worked for Lutheran Hospital, Dr. . . Read More

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June 20, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Solfest Returns To Benefit Fox Island Restoration Efforts

Solfest is set to return Saturday, June 21, bringing a full day of music, celebration, and community spirit to Metea County Park. Running from noon to 10:30 p.m., the beloved summer event will feature live local music, artisan vendors, food trucks, . . . Read More

Health & Exercise

June 6, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Donations Needed For Local Diaper Drive

Healthier Moms and Babies launched its fourth annual Community-Wide Diaper Drive on Sunday, June 1. The organization is calling for donations of diapers and wipes to help reduce diaper need throughout the community. . . Read More

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June 6, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 4 min read

Mayor Tucker Receives A Warm Waynedale Welcome

The first Mayors Walk of the year put a spotlight on the Waynedale community. Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker, along with 4th District City Councilman Dr. Scott Myers, City officials, staff, and area neighborhood leaders participated in the Mayor’s . . . Read More

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June 6, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Local Text Ads: June 6 Update

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June 6, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 1 min read

Honoring The History Of Baseball With Showcase & More

Old Fort Baseball Co. is proud to host the Second Annual Vintage Baseball Showcase , a one-of-a-kind celebration of baseball history and tradition, taking place on June 28 at Lawton Park. . . Read More

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June 6, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 3 min read

Free Online Conference For K-12 Educators

Purdue University Fort Wayne is hosting a free, online conference for K-12 educators in Indiana to help them earn Professional Growth Plan points needed for license renewal. This professional learning summit is called INnovatED, and it comes at an . . . Read More

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June 6, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

The Embassy Honors Volunteers

The Embassy held a superhero-themed volunteer appreciation event on May 21 to honor and celebrate the important contributions that volunteers have on the organization and its ongoing success. As a non-profit organization, the Embassy feels privileged . . . Read More

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June 6, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 2 min read

Local Musician Fosters Bilingual Beginnings Through Love For Music

José Manuel Godoy, local musician and founder of Musical Conexión, recently released a new bilingual educational book titled “Musical Conexión: The Bilingual Music and Movement Program to Unfold Musicality in Early Childhood.” . . Read More

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June 6, 2025 The Waynedale News Staff 0 min read

Free Renaissance Car Show

Looking for a great way to kick off Father’s Day weekend? Take your dad to the City of Fort Wayne’s Fifth Annual Renaissance Car show on Friday, June 13, 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. . . Read More