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Reconstruction Of Roundabouts For Three SE Neighborhoods

January 20, 2023January 26, 2023 The Waynedale News Staff

Mayor Tom Henry joined City of Fort Wayne Manager of Right of Way & Landscape Services Nick Jarrell, Sixth District City Councilwoman Sharon Tucker, Greater McMillen Park, Eastside Community and Harvester Community neighborhood association ... Read more

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Being Thankful For Companionship

January 20, 2023January 26, 2023 Michael Morrissey

Lois Schenk is thankful to have a new friend to celebrate the new year with. ... Read more

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ACPL Eliminates Late Fees

January 20, 2023January 26, 2023 Michael Morrissey

Starting this year, borrowing books from the library will be considerably cheaper. ... Read more

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122nd Fighter Wing Brings Home Top Air Show Award

January 20, 2023January 26, 2023 The Waynedale News Staff

The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds announced the Fort Wayne Air Show as the “Military Show Site of the Year” for the 2022 show season. This marks an unprecedented two consecutive air shows the Fort Wayne Air Show has received the prestigious award, ... Read more

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Community Volunteers Make A Life-Changing Difference For Children

January 20, 2023January 26, 2023 The Waynedale News Staff

Here in Allen County, community members from all walks of life are investing in futures. Not in the Stock Market. Not with money. But investing their time and talent in the lives of children. Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) are appointed ... Read more

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Lions Send Support To Honduras

January 20, 2023January 26, 2023 The Waynedale News Staff

On December 30, four volunteers loaded a shipping container from a Bluffton warehouse dock, measuring 40 feet long and 8 feet wide, bound for the Comayagua, Honduras Lions Club. Doctor Eric Purdy, a noted Indiana optical surgeon and a member ... Read more

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Savor Fort Wayne Ends Soon!

January 20, 2023January 26, 2023 The Waynedale News Staff

Taste the best cuisine the city has to offer during the 12 days of dining deals this January! Savor Fort Wayne Restaurant Week started this past Wednesday, January 18, and runs for 12 days, through January 29. During this time, over 70 Fort Wayne ... Read more

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A Scientific New Years Celebration

December 16, 2022December 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

Balloons will be dropping at Science Central as we celebrate the approaching new year a little early at Countdown to Noon on Saturday, Dec. 31, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. ... Read more

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Special Holiday Guests Visit Boys & Girls Clubs

December 16, 2022December 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

Recently the kids at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Fort Wayne received a visit from Santa Claus, the Indiana Pacers, the Indiana Fever, mascots Boomer and the Mad Ant, the dance teams and players along with executives of Pacer Entertainment. ... Read more

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Lean Into The Adventures Of Life

December 16, 2022December 16, 2022 Megan Ryan

Can you Imagine being 60 feet under the ocean? Three months ago, it sounded crazy, dangerous, and I simply couldn’t imagine myself doing it. But today, I’m writing to you as a changed woman to tell you my story and to encourage you to embrace the ... Read more

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Chicago Cub Visits Franke Park Elementary

December 16, 2022December 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

A Franke Park alumnus and Fort Wayne Community Schools graduate returned from the big leagues to visit with the students and staff at his former elementary school. ... Read more

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Upcoming Downtown Holiday Events

December 16, 2022December 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

Days of Holly Shopping ContinuesSaturday, December 17Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory, 1100 South Calhoun StreetBe inspired and find holiday gifts in the Conservatory Shop! Days of Holly Shopping is an exciting way to support ... Read more

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Veterans Museum Wins Hoosier Hospitality Award

December 16, 2022December 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

The Veterans National Memorial Shrine and Museum 2122 O’Day Road Fort Wayne has been selected as a 2022 Hoosier Hospitality Award Winner. This award is given to Hoosiers that have displayed a high level of service in tourism-related professions ... Read more

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How To Spot & Fix Gutter Problems

December 16, 2022December 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

Clogged, damaged, or missing gutters are not only unsightly, they can contribute to costly water damage to the interior and exterior of a home. While many property owners take steps in late fall to remove leaves and unclog gutters in preparation ... Read more

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FWCS 3DE Students Make Pitch For Parkview Clinic Innovation

December 16, 2022December 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

Freshman at Snider High School and North Side High School are taking their ideas for innovating a health clinic to the leaders of Parkview Health. It is all of part of the new transformational 3DE education model in partnership with Junior Achievement. ... Read more

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Norm Compton Receives The H. Stanley Liddell Award

December 16, 2022December 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

Norman Compton oversees Access Fort Wayne, the Maker Lab, the Audio Reading Service, and 95.7FM WELT out of the Allen County Public Library in downtown Fort Wayne. He also plays a key role in organizing Rock the Plaza, which offers free outdoor ... Read more

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Boost Your Savings In The New Year

December 16, 2022December 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

Americans have been wrestling with inflationary pressures all year. As the New Year approaches, millions of individuals and families have set resolutions to save more money. ... Read more

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Kelley’s Backpacks Of Hope Efforts

December 16, 2022December 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

The Kelley Automotive Group will once again partner with Backpacks of Hope to help provide a little extra comfort to the homeless during this harsh winter season. They are asking Kelley employees and customers to join in this charitable cause ... Read more

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New Allen County Jail Update: Next Steps

December 16, 2022December 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

At a Legislative Session on Wednesday, November 23, the Allen County Board of Commissioners received a presentation on the four sites they were evaluating. ... Read more

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Garbage Bulk Collection Rules Update

December 16, 2022December 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

The City of Fort Wayne’s Solid Waste Department today provided an update on new garbage bulk collection procedures. ... Read more

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Free New Years Epiphany Concert

December 16, 2022December 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

In celebration of the Christmas Season, an Epiphany Concert will be held Sunday, Jan. 8, at 7:00 p.m., at St. Therese Catholic Church, 2304 Lower Huntington Road, Fort Wayne. The concert is free and open to the public. ... Read more

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Biscuits With Santa

December 16, 2022December 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

A local holiday favorite for all dog lovers returns for its ninth year! “Biscuits with Santa,” a free event sponsored by Rub a Dub Dub Dog Grooming and Spa, 3234 Illinois Road, will welcome dogs, their family, and friends for a jolly time with ... Read more

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Volunteers Send Christmas Joy To Children Overseas

December 16, 2022December 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

Fort Wayne-area volunteers are celebrating the collection of gift-filled shoeboxes that will send a message to children around the world: God loves you, and you’re not forgotten! ... Read more

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Saint Therese Food Pantry Shares More Than Food

December 16, 2022December 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

It’s the time of year when many people gather with family and eat all kinds of delicious foods. But perhaps this year more than ever, due to record-high inflation levels, putting that food on the table is incredibly hard for some local families. ... Read more

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Blessings In A Backpack

December 16, 2022December 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

To celebrate Christmas this December, the entire church Avalon Missionary Church decided to launch “THE BIG GIVE.” This is Avalon’ effort to give back to the community in a big way this December. Little did the church know, a BIG NEED was waiting ... Read more

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