The Waynedale News Staff

ALLEN COUNTY OUTLINES 2021 MAJOR LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES

December 18, 2020December 18, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

Allen County government’s major legislative priorities for the 2021 session of the Indiana General Assembly include additional assistance to deal with COVID-19 related issues, allowing more local control over the spending of highway ... Read more

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SANTA IS COMING TO TOWN!

December 18, 2020December 18, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

Santa is coming in person to visit the families of Waynedale! But this year, to let his 9 reindeer rest up for the big Christmas night, he’ll be riding through the community on a Christmas Trolley. On Christmas Eve from 1pm – 4pm, Santa and ... Read more

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SCAMS TARGETING CUSTOMERS DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON

December 18, 2020December 18, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

Scams are not unique to I&M, nor have they gone away with the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic or the holiday season. Scams have been reported across the U.S. targeting various utility customers and companies. Some scam calls and scam ... Read more

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TIPS FOR STAYING SAFE AS COVID-19 CASES RISE & TEMPS FALL

December 18, 2020December 18, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

As temperatures fall, people are spending more time indoors. That heightens the risk of the coronavirus spreading, but there are some simple steps you can take to help protect yourself and everyone around you. ... Read more

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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION RAISES $209K FOR NONPROFITS

December 18, 2020December 18, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

Every year the Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne challenges all nonprofits with endowment funds at the Community Foundation to participate in the #GivingTuesdayFW Challenge. The Community Foundation asks the community for gifts ... Read more

Waynedale Political Commentaries

NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT GRANT PROGRAM NOW OPEN

December 18, 2020December 18, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

The 2021 Neighborhood Improvement Grant program is now open and taking applications. ... Read more

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FLAGSTAR DISTRIBUTES $1 MILLION TO SUPPORT SMALL BUSINESSES

December 18, 2020December 18, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

Flagstar Bank today announced it will be awarding grants of $5,000 to over 180 small businesses owned by people of color in Flagstar’s banking markets. The grants are designed to assist businesses whose operating expenses have been impacted ... Read more

Health & Exercise

FOOD BANK GRANT HELPS FEED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES

December 18, 2020December 18, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

Thanks to a grant from Community Harvest and Feeding America’s COVID-19 Response Fund, Turnstone’s Social Services department has been able to provide food vouchers for individuals with disabilities and their families during the global ... Read more

Waynedale Obituaries

Ruth E. Lauer, 71

December 18, 2020December 18, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

Ruth E. Lauer, 71, Marion, went to be with the Lord at 4:07 pm on Wednesday, December 2, 2020, at Marion General Hospital in Marion. She was born in Marion on Thursday, May 19, 1949, to Merritt and Helen (Stevens) Usher. ... Read more

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SOUTHWEST HONEY CO. WINS FORT WAYNE “SOUP-ER STARS” EVENT

December 18, 2020December 18, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

Fort Wayne SOUP hosted a Virtual SOUPer Stars event for 3 weeks in November that pit past winners against each other for the ultimate pitch competition. This event marked the organization’s final event of 2020. To date, it has awarded $22,875 ... Read more

The Great Outdoors

GIRL SCOUTS RECEIVE $100K FOR STEM PROGRAMMING

December 18, 2020January 5, 2021 The Waynedale News Staff

Girl Scouts of Northern Indiana-Michiana (GSNI-M) is pleased to announce that the council has been awarded a $100,000 grant from the American Electric Power Foundation to enhance its focus on science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) ... Read more

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STUDENTS PAINT HOLIDAY THEMED WINDOW MURAL

December 18, 2020December 18, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

On Saturday, December 12, Wayne High School Art Teacher, Angie Tarr and students Cierra Armstead, Jazlin Sullivan, Christian Davies, David Diaz, Sajahane Lloyd, Saranna Kewish and Marcus Springer painted a holiday mural at Sprunger Elder ... Read more

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YWCA NORTHEAST INDIANA LOOKS FORWARD TO A NEW HOUSE

December 18, 2020December 18, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

YWCA Northeast Indiana is growing and now has the approval they need to buy a facility that meets the growing needs of the community. ... Read more

The Great Outdoors

HOW TO ENJOY YOUR POINSETTIA YEAR AFTER YEAR – Green-Thumb Gardener

December 18, 2020December 18, 2020 Erin Davidson

Poinsettias, with their bright red bracts (leaves), make them one of the most popular holiday plants. The beauty of poinsettias can last from Thanksgiving to Christmas and even until Valentine’s Day. But they aren’t just for the holidays. ... Read more

Worship Listings & Events

Holiday Worship & Events

December 18, 2020December 18, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

WAYNEDALE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH www.WaynedaleUMC.com 2501 Church Street Fort Wayne, IN 46809 (260) 747-7424 Worship Times: Sun, 8:45 & 11a Sunday School 10a Weekday Preschool Ages 2-5 (Sept – May) . . . CANCELED IN-PERSON SUNDAY ... Read more

Original Leisure & Entertainment

FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 108 YEARS, OPERATION SANTA IS NATIONWIDE!

December 4, 2020December 18, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

Let’s face it, this year has been a struggle for so many people in more ways than one. Thoughts of kids, the holidays and wondering how to provide for them may also be weighing heavily on many. But take heart, Santa and the Postal Service are way ... Read more

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21 COLD WEATHER SAFETY & POWER OUTAGE TIPS

December 4, 2020December 18, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

The nonprofit Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH) is offering 21 tips to keep families safe and warm when the power goes out and freezing temperatures arrive. ... Read more

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CONTINUING THE LEGACY OF TURNSTONE’S RESIDENTIAL RAMPS

December 4, 2020December 7, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

Turnstone is proud to hand off its legacy ramp building service to local partner NeighborLink Fort Wayne. Since the inception of the original program in 1989, tens of hundreds of residents were assisted in adapting their homes to support ramp ... Read more

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HOLIDAY SAFETY FOR YOU & YOUR LETTER CARRIER

December 4, 2020December 7, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

With the holiday season around the corner, it’s possible that safety isn’t the first thing that comes to mind for most of us. ... Read more

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VIRTUAL FESTIVAL OF GINGERBREAD TOUR

December 4, 2020December 7, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

It’s finally here! The 35th annual Festival of Gingerbread officially opened on November 27 and runs through December 13. Come in and see the 98 beautiful and imaginative gingerbread creations, as well as our temporary holiday displays. ... Read more

Waynedale Obituaries

Linda Hammer, 75

December 4, 2020December 7, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

Linda Hammer, 75, passed away on November 22, 2020. She was born in Ft. Wayne, IN on June 19, 1945, the daughter of the late Robert and Cora Bell “Betty” Dollarhite. ... Read more

Worship Listings & Events

December Worship & Events

December 4, 2020December 7, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

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December 4, 2020December 7, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

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CONGRATULATIONS TO THE ‘CHRIST THE TEACHER’ AWARD WINNER

December 4, 2020December 7, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School is pleased to announce this year’s Christ the Teacher Award to 4th grade teacher, Mrs. Jessica Patton. The Christ the Teacher Award (formerly known as Light of Learning Award) is an annual award given ... Read more

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VOLUNTEERS GIVE NEGLECTED CHILDREN VOICES

December 4, 2020December 7, 2020 The Waynedale News Staff

Allen County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) and the Honorable Magistrate Sheri Hartzler held a Virtual Swearing-In Ceremony on Friday, November 20th, 2020 adding 12 new advocates to their volunteer based program. ... Read more