Fort Wayne Senior Completes Local Hiking Challenge 125 Times
Pokagon State Park’s 8-mile Hell’s Point Challenge has been open since 2017. To complete it, you must hike a mapped
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Diving Into The New Year
The Polar Bear Club plunged into 2026 with their annual dip into the St. Joseph River. The annual New Year’s
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Christmas Tree Pick-Up Fundraiser
The Wayne and South Side Marching Band is bringing back a post-holiday tradition that helps the environment while supporting student
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City Leaf Collection Resumes
The Fort Wayne Street Department began collecting leaves again on December 16 in the City’s central neighborhoods to complete the
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Students Compete In Semistate ‘FIRST LEGO League’
For the 26th year, Purdue University Fort Wayne held the FIRST LEGO League Northern Indiana Semistate Tournament on Saturday, December
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Experience A Historic Wells Co. Christmas
The Wells County Historical Society and Museum will host the annual “Christmas in the Mansion” during December. Visitors can view
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Should You Let Your Pet Into Bed?
With more than 70% of American families owning pets, it’s no surprise that we want to keep them close to
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Remembrance At ‘The Longest Night’
Fort Wayne will pause on Sunday, December 21, to honor neighbors who died while experiencing homelessness during the past year,
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Heartland Christmas At The Courthouse
Heartland Sings will present its 12th annual The Spirit of Christmas: A Light in the Darkness Dec. 19th – 21st
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Presentation: Journey Of Burmese Immigrants & Refugees In Indiana
On Sunday, January 4, the History Center will present the next installment of the 2025-2026 George R. Mather Sunday Lecture
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Local Radio Stations Help Families With ‘Letters To Santa’
Adams Radio Group Ft. Wayne has teamed up with 12 local companies to bring over $16,500 in assistance to families
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Timothy Edward Wagley, 78
Timothy Edward Wagley, 78, of Fort Wayne, met Jesus face to face on Sunday, December 7, 2025. Tim was born
Read MoreLocal Worship & Events: Dec. 19 Update
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
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One Last Delivery After 25 Years Of Dedication To Community News
Just over 25 years ago, Edwin (Ed) and Mary Lou Fox stopped by their daughter Terri Koomler’s salon for a
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When Did The Red Kettle Become An American Christmas Tradition?
For over 130 years, The Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign, with its iconic red kettle and bellringer, has been part
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Congratulations Vandeveer Impact Awardees
The Allen County Board of Commissioners is pleased to announce the winners of two different awards that honor life and
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Scholarships Available For Future Hoosier Educators
Indiana high school seniors and college students planning to pursue a career in teaching can now apply for a Next
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Brooks, New FWFD Deputy Chief
Cody Brooks was sworn in recently as the FWFD’s Deputy Chief, in a position appointed by Mayor Sharon Tucker. Brooks
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Be Careful With Common Christmas Plants That Could Be Deadly To Pets
As families prepare their homes for the festive season, animal software platform Creatures (creatures.com) is alerting pet owners to the
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Upcoming: Holiday & 2026 Kids Theatre
As Fort Wayne settles into the Christmas season and looks ahead to the new year, Fire and Light Productions is
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Bowen Health Opens New Fort Wayne Clinic
Bowen Health had a ribbon-cutting on December 18 for its new health clinic on Washington Center Rd. in Fort Wayne.
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400 Kids Enjoy A Festive Afternoon
A recent holiday event at the Boys and Girls Clubs of Fort Wayne brought together 111 Design and more than
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Always Assume You Are On ‘Thin Ice’
Every winter, thousands of Hoosiers safely enjoy fishing, skating, hiking, or just sliding around on frozen ponds and lakes. And
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Free Epiphany Concert In January
In celebration of the Christmas Season, an Epiphany Concert will be held Sunday, January 4, at 7:00 p.m. at St.
Read MoreLocal Text Ads: Dec. 19 Update
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Keeping An Attitude Of Gratitude
It’s easy to find things to be grateful this time of year, especially if you’re one of those families that
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Working Together To Offer Expanded Emergency Shelter Options
Several local nonprofit agencies are once again working together to keep unhoused individuals and families safe this winter. Together with
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Holiday Light Displays To Shine At Five DNR Destinations
On-site holiday light shows are coming soon to five Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) destinations, so make plans to
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Whatzup Honors Dan Ross With H. Stanley Liddell Award
Arts United President and CEO Dan Ross was named the recipient of the 2026 H. Stanley Liddell Award. Whatzup presents
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Join The Neighborhood Leadership Accelerator Program
Applications are now open for the City of Fort Wayne’s 2026 cohort of the award-winning FORT-ify Neighborhood Accelerator. This leadership
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