Artist Alexandra Hall and journalist Steve Penhollow were named the recipients of the 2024 H. Stanley Liddell Award.
Whatzup presents the H. Stanley Liddell Award to individuals who have made a uniquely significant contribution to the arts and culture . . .
On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will plunge much of Indiana into momentary darkness. Excitement and interest are growing for the big event as hundreds of thousands of people plan to be in the state to get a prime viewing of the eclipse.
IDHS, . . .
Amp Lab at Electric Works has officially launched a $25,000 fund to support high school entrepreneurial ventures. This fund will be used as a catalyst for businesses developed by Amp Lab students to build, test, and validate their ideas.
A core pillar . . .
On-site holiday light shows will shine at six DNR destinations in December.
Brief details for each are below, and more can be learned about each, as well as other activities at DNR properties at calendar.dnr.IN.gov.
Ouabache State Park in Bluffton will . . .
The City of Fort Wayne’s Community Development Division has announced that applications are open for the 2024 Fort-ify Neighborhood Accelerator Program. This is the second year of the program, which was designed as a leadership development program . . .
Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control joins 380+ shelters nationwide participating in the “Empty the Shelters – Holiday Hope” reduced-fee adoption event.
BISSELL Pet Foundation, a national animal welfare organization dedicated to ending pet homelessness, . . .
The Fort Wayne Police Department hopes you have and enjoyable and SAFE Holiday by following tips to help as the community enters the holiday season.
Personal Safety:
Richard C. Freygang, 98, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away on November 11, 2023. He was born on August 21, 1925 to Carl and Clementine Freygang, the oldest of six kids.
Richard retired from GE after 40+ years of service in the wire mill. Richard was a daily . . .
Janice E. Leininger, 78, of Ossian, Indiana passed away on Friday, November 24, 2023. Janice was born on January 17, 1945 in Yoder, Indiana, a daughter of the late Clyde B. and Lavon “Betty” (Hougendobler) Leininger. She was a lifelong member at . . .
The Anthony Wayne Scout Reservation’s is hosting the second annual Christmas at Camp event at their 1200-acre property in Pleasant Lake, Indiana. This is a free community event. They will be accepting freewill offerings at the gate and all these . . .
Justin Dailey from Columbia City, Son of Deana & Chad Dailey & Grandson of Dean & Marvel Embrey, has been promoted to the Head Coach position of Columbia City Eagles Varsity Baseball! Justin started as JV assistant coach since graduating . . .
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 to nonprofit . . .
On Sunday, November 12, 2023, the new horse trails on Paulding Road were opened to members of Three Rivers Horse Trails and those interested in membership.
Allen County Commissioner, Rich Beck, shared, “What we thought would take years to accomplish . . .
The Office of Housing & Neighborhood Services continues to accept applications for the City of Fort Wayne’s Heating & Air Conditioning Program. This program offers qualified residents a zero percent interest loan for the replacement and installation . . .
With 2023 quickly winding down, Better Business Bureau has compiled our naughty list of the top 12 scams of Christmas. When shopping or donating this holiday season, watch out for schemes trying to swipe your cash or steal your personal information.
You . . .
The much-anticipated arrival of Santa Claus in Waynedale and its surrounding neighborhoods is set to bring a wave of excitement and holiday cheer this Christmas Eve. On December 24th, from 1-4 pm, Santa, accompanied by Mrs. Claus and a couple of elves, . . .
YWCA Northeast Indiana is excited to launch the public portion of our capital campaign “Old Keys Won’t Open New Doors”.
In the past several years, YWCA Northeast Indiana has experienced tremendous growth. In 2018, YWCA Northeast Indiana absorbed . . .
Lisa Knox, MPH, Ambulatory Care Transitions Coordination Supervisor for Parkview Population Health organized a shoe drive within her department this week for Changing Footprints. Each of the 25 members of her team were asked to bring in their used . . .
HIRING LAB TECHNICIAN
Hott Family Dentistry is seeking a qualified lab technician. Experience preferred. Forward resume to blufftondentaldds@gmail.com or P.O. Box 432 Bluffton, IN. 46714.
HIGH TRAFFIC OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE
Commercial Office Space
High Visability & A Great Walk-in Traffic Location. Perfect storefront for retail, or professional office.
750 sqft expandable to 1500 sqft. 2505 Lwr Huntington Rd. Call 260-747-4535.
MASONRY
Brick Repair, Foundation Tuck, Pointing, Chimneys.
No job too small!
Licensed & Insured
260-432-3445
WINTER CLEANUP
Lawn mowing pressure washing snow removal leaf removal junk removal 260-418-6653
HIRING DENTAL ASSISTANT
Hott Family Dentistry is seeking a qualified expanded functions dental assistant. Experience preferred. Forward resume to blufftondentaldds@gmail.com or P.O. Box 432 Bluffton, IN. 46714.
RN TOENAIL TRIMMING
Save yourself or your family from the worries and risks of trimming your toenails.
– Thick or overgrown nails often require the use of specialized instruments.
Call 705-2921 for an appointment.
Ken Sorg, RN
Sorg Senior Foot Care LLC
5800 Fairfield Avenue
Suite 117, Fort Wayne
YOUR AD HERE!
Classified Ads are $20 for first 25 words.
50 cents per word after.
Stop by The Waynedale News office or online at waynedalenews.com
Classifieds MUST be paid in full before paper deadline.
ENJOY WRITING OR LOOKING FOR JOURNALISM EXPERIENCE?
We are currently accepting community submissions and columnists from the Waynedale area.We are looking for local news writers as well as original entertainment based authors. Call for details 260-747-4535.
The Allen County Board of Commissioners was saddened to hear about the tragic loss of two important Allen County figures – husband and wife, Randy Strebig and Allison Wheaton.
Randy Strebig founded Strebig Construction 43 years ago. His locally owned . . .
PEACE EVANGELICAL
LUTHERAN CHURCH
www.PeaceLutheranfw.org
4900 Fairfield Ave.
Fort Wayne, IN 46807
(260) 744-3869
Worship Times:
Sun. 9a, Wed. 6:30p
Bible Class Sun. 10:30a
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BETHANY
LUTHERAN CHURCH
www.BethanyLC.org
2435 Engle Rd.
Fort Wayne, IN 46809
(260) 747-0713
Worship Times: Sun. 9:30a
10:45a Bible Class
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HOLY SCRIPTURE
LUTHERAN CHURCH
www.HolyScriptureFW.org
8811 Kinnerk Road
Fort Wayne, IN 46819
(260) 478-1717
Worship Times: Sun. 9:30a
Adult & Children
Bible Studies 11a
. . .
Christmas Eve candle light service @ 5:30PM
Why: Join us to celebrate the birth of our Savior in worship and song.
. . .
Christmas Morning service @ 10AM
Why: Join us to sing praises to the Lord for sending His Son, Our Savior
Contact: Pastor Brenner 260-478-1717. Email holyscripturefw@gmail.com
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
OSSIAN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
www.ossianumc.org
201 W. Mill Street
Ossian, IN 46777
(260) 622-4326
Worship Times:
Sunday 9am Worship & Children’s Sunday School, and Childcare
10:15am Fellowship Time & Adult Sunday School
Pastor: Rev. David Herr
. . .
Christmas Eve Service
When: December 24 at 9 PM
Why: Christmas Eve Candles and Candlelight Service
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WAYNEDALE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
www.WaynedaleUMC.com
2501 Church Street
Fort Wayne, IN 46809
(260) 747-7424
office.waynedaleumc@gmail.com
Worship Times:
Sunday 9:45 a.m.
Sunday School at 11:00 a.m.
Preschool for 2-5 year olds,
260-241-6683
. . .
FREE COMMUNITY DINNER (Catered by Bob Evans, served inside)
When: Mon. Dec. 11, 5 p.m.
Details: Everyone Welcome. For anyone who wishes to enjoy a free meal.Contact: 260-747-7424
. . .
JOYFUL HEARTS AND POTLUCK MEAL
When: Thurs. Dec. 14, 5:30 p.m.
Details: There will be no speaker; however the dinner will be a potluck. The meat will be provided. Please call the church to signup for attendance and what side dish or dessert you will be bringing. Everyone Welcome to Gather for Holiday Cheer. Contact: 260-747-7424
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MOUNT CALVARY
LUTHERAN CHURCH
www.mtcfw.org
1819 Reservation Drive
Fort Wayne, IN 46819
(260) 747-4121
Worship Times:
Worship Sundays 9:30am
Bible Study Sundays 10:45am
. . .
CHILD CARE & PRESCHOOL
When: Open 6-6, Mon-Fri. Where: Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, 1819 Reservation Dr.
Add’l: Infants through age 5. Before/After School Care.
Contact: 747-4121 x1
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Area volunteers are celebrating the collection of gift-filled shoeboxes that will send a message of joy to children around the world: God loves you, and you’re not forgotten!
This year, tens of thousands of volunteers contributed to Operation Christmas . . .
On Saturday, November 18, the record of 1,457 families served was met directly with another record… the one for largest individual volunteer group on a Saturday. Avalon Missionary Church brought over SIXTY individuals! They stocked the Community . . .
Adams Medical Group is offering free Men’s Health Screenings on Wednesday, November 29th from 4pm-7pm at the Strickler Cancer Institute on the Adams Memorial Hospital Campus.
Dr. Benjamin Hart, General Surgeon, Dr. Robert Kinne, Interventional Spine, . . .
A group of volunteers met in October to clean a two mile stretch of the St. Mary’s Pathway and Tillman/ Fairfield Roads. Over 20 bags of trash were collected. (l-r) Steve Binkley, Joe Merchich, Larry Brubaker, Jack Garrison, Erin Floyd, Bob Floyd . . .