BASEBALL SPOKEN IN ANY LANGUAGE
This story was told by Lefty to her friend Nancy, who wrote it up for her. We were both
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Featured Local News
Our news highlights the most impactful stories from Waynedale, Aboite, Southtown, Downtown, and the 46807 corridors of Fort Wayne, Indiana. This section brings together local profiles, key updates on city and county decisions, major neighborhood projects, public safety information, and high-profile community events that shape daily life on the south, southwest, and downtown sides of Fort Wayne.
YBARRA MAKES DEANS LIST
Local Waynedale athlete Michael Ybarra, son of Art and Valentina Ybarra, was recently recognized for his academic accomplishments at the
Read MorePOLAR PLUNGE AT MIRROR LAKE
In 2008, the Polar Plunge celebrated its ninth year in Indiana. Dozens of local residents turned out this year for
Read MoreU OF ST. FRANCIS STUDENTS NAMED TO DEAN’S LIST
February 7, 2008, Fort Wayne, Indiana, Dr. Rolf Daniel Provost of the University of Saint Francis, has announced students named
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WAYNE STUDENT WINS DAR AWARD
Joe Wilhelm is a senior at Wayne High School and has been involved in numerous activities, including: Statistician for the varsity
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CHRISTIANS PREPARE FOR LENT
Many churches in the Waynedale community held services in honor of Ash Wednesday, on February 6, 2008, the beginning of
Read MoreBOURBON STREET HIDEAWAY
Under “Columbia Street West” on Harrison Street My wife and I were fortunate enough to premier the authentic New
Read MoreLOCAL AUTHOR FEATURED
Author Sandra Bishop, wrote an original short story that has been published in the newly released Chicken Soup for the
Read MoreOSV BOARD GRANTS $4 MILLION TO CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOLS IN HONOR OF BISHOP
In honor of Bishop John M. D’Arcy’s Golden Jubilee as a priest, The Our Sunday Visitor Board of Directors announced
Read MoreBRUCE BLALOCK SELECTED PRESIDENT & CEO OF LUTHERAN HOMES, INC.
Robert Meyer, Board of Directors Chair, is pleased to announce the appointment of Bruce Blalock as President & CEO of
Read MoreDEVELOPING FUTURE LEADERS THROUGH GIRL SCOUT COOKIES
Winter is in the air, and the annual Girl Scout cookie program will begin on January 18 within Girl Scouts
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BACKPACKING AT GRAND CANYON IN WINTER
This past Christmas, my family and I spent our holiday, backpacking at Grand Canyon. It was definitely an adventure. Normally
Read MoreIT’S GIRL SCOUT COOKIE TIME IN WAYNEDALE!
The semi-trucks have been arriving in Fort Wayne loaded with Girl Scout cookies. Now, Girl Scouts are ready to provide
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GIVING KIDS A SMILE MAKES EVERYONE HAPPY
For about six years now, the Give Kids a Smile program (sponsored by the American Dental Association) has helped approximately
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KRISTI OBRIEN WINS BACK TO BACK “GOLFER OF THE YEAR” AWARD
(continued from last issue) All-State BLHS golfer Kristi O’Brien was recently chosen as News-Sentinel 2007 Prep Sports Golfer of
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BUZZING ABOUT BEES AND UNCOVERING KING TUT
This year’s show satisfies your craving for spring with the galleries, seminars and experts that have made the Fort Wayne
Read MoreDONATIONS FOR JOSIE
Josephina Sessions was born on October 12, 2007 to Jeremy and Sandra Sessions. Josephina has been diagnosed with DiGeorge Syndrome,
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LOCAL AUTHOR JUDY POST PUBLISHES NEW BOOK
Huntington City-Township Public Library welcomed local authors Jean Carroll and Judy Post to an author visit and book signing at
Read MoreBENEFIT HOG ROAST AND AUCTION
Marissa Hetrick was born 10 weeks early, arriving on October 28, 2003, weighing only 2 pounds and 12 ounces. She
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MILITARY NEWS
Sgt. Corey Trosper, former address 2718 Lower Huntington Road. Born in Indiana, attended school at Waynedale Elementary, graduated from Wayne
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Josephina Sessions was born on October 12, 2007 to Jeremy and Sandra Sessions. Josephina has been diagnosed with DiGeorge Syndrome,
Read MoreNEW SIGN FOR ROANOKE BAPTIST
Thousands of people travel east on I-469 each day. Just past I-69 they will notice a new sign that has
Read MoreBENEFIT HOG ROAST AND AUCTION
Marissa Hetrick was born 10 weeks early, arriving on October 28, 2003, weighing only 2 pounds and 12 ounces. She
Read MoreVETERANS HONOR ROLL
By recording the names of men and women from Allen County, Indiana, who participated in the military services in this
Read MoreNEW TESTAMENT CLASS APPLIES GOSPEL MESSAGE
Bishop Luers High School students in Mrs. Fech’s New Testament classes were deeply impacted and chose to pass a hat
Read MoreCOLD WEATHER FIRE SAFETY TIPS
As cold weather sets in, the Fort Wayne Fire Department reminds everyone to follow these important safety tips to avoid
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ZHENG BUFFET
Cheng Zheng and his wife Helen Lin, owners of Zheng’s Buffet in Wayne Plaza on Bluffton Road are a long
Read MorePORCHIN’ EM TWICE A MONTH
The Waynedale News continues its tradition of bringing you neighborhood news for the 75th year. It has grown from a
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BREAKING OLD HABITS IN 2008
Even chronic procrastinators can break old habits in 2008 and become pros at managing time more wisely. Whether you want
Read MoreTIME MANAGEMENT TIPS
•Instead of punishing yourself for wasting time, give yourself rewards each time you manage your time wisely. Reinforce in a
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