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Preserving Historic Places: Indiana’s Statewide Historic Preservation Conference will bring over 250 attendees to Fort Wayne September 30 – October 3 to explore the power of historic preservation in shaping vibrant communities.
Hosted at the . . .
Turnstone Center, in partnership with World ParaVolley (WPV), Visit Fort Wayne, and the City of Fort Wayne, announced that Fort Wayne will host the 2025 WPV Sitting ParaVolley World Cup from October 12–18, 2025.
This prestigious international event . . .
Some furry faces are gray, but there is bright news for senior dogs this year! The Grey Muzzle Organization has awarded a transformative grant to Humane Fort Wayne, ensuring more older dogs in our community receive the love, comfort, and medical care . . .
The St. Therese Little Flower Theatre returns with its production of “Murder on the Menu.” The Mystery Theatre event will be held on Saturday, September 27, at 6:00 p.m. in the St. Therese Catholic Church Parish Hall at 2222 Lower Huntington Road, . . .
The new Roanoke Memorial Fountain was dedicated in the heart of downtown Roanoke on September 3rd.
In 1929, a water fountain was dedicated by the Roanoke Library Club in honor of nurse Grace Buell and soldier Robert Mayne, two Roanoke residents who . . .
Artist Jeremy Stroup hard at work creating the first crosswalk mural at South Wayne Ave. and Lexington Ave.
Each side of the crosswalk will feature a bird and leaf design.
Once complete, he will begin work on another nature inspired crosswalk mural at . . .
Northeast Indiana Local Food Network is bringing back their popular Local Food Throwdown fundraiser and competition on Monday, September 29, at The Lodge at Camp Red Cedar. Tickets are on sale now through Friday, September 26, or until the event sells . . .
The Fort Wayne Police Department (FWPD) is relaunching its Citizen’s Police Academy (CPA) for the first time since 2008, offering residents a unique, hands-on opportunity to learn more about law enforcement operations.
The seven-week program will . . .
Healing Hands Spa & Boutique is excited to announce the upcoming Healing Hands Night Market, taking place on Saturday, August 30, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM at 6527 Covington Rd. This vibrant community event will also feature the FW Youth Market . . .
Community Harvest Food Bank, joined together with Kroger volunteers during this year’s United Way Day of Caring to celebrate Kroger’s generous $100,000 donation. The gift was presented to CHFB leadership and staff at their Farm Wagon Food Distribution . . .
Get ready for big laughs with a big purpose! The Literacy Alliance invites the community to its annual Laughs for Literacy! fundraiser, the Funniest Fundraiser in the Fort, featuring nationally touring comedians, a full pub-style buffet, a silent auction, . . .
The sold-out 22nd Annual Brad Miller Gala, Auction, & Golf Outing was a proud moment for Big Brothers Big Sisters after raising over $750,000 in total for matches in its one-to-one mentoring program. This incredible outcome would not have been . . .
Ossian will once again come alive this September as the town celebrates the annual Ossian Days Street Festival, a beloved tradition that brings together neighbors, families, and visitors for three days of food, fun, and community spirit. Scheduled . . .
Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana’s Tribute Dinner is on Wednesday, September 10, 2025.
Growing numbers of young people in Northeast Indiana are being diagnosed with cancer. This year, Tribute Dinner will highlight the unique considerations and . . .
Fort Wayne residents will once again have the opportunity to discover the treasures of their city during the annual Be A Tourist in Your Own Hometown event, presented by Visit Fort Wayne. On Sunday, September 7, community members are invited to explore . . .
If you attend a class at the Parks and Recreation Community Center, chances are you’ll be greeted at the front desk by a friendly volunteer affectionately known as “Rooster.” Michael Voiles has been part of the Community Center family for nearly . . .
On September 2, The Waynedale News will celebrate its 93rd year in print! This historic achievement underscores the importance of connecting neighbors with not only reliable and informative news, but the great value of promoting positivity throughout . . .
The Allen County Public Library (ACPL) is proud to announce a major milestone in its partnership with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library: more than 50,000 books have now been mailed directly to the homes of young children across Allen County – . . .
William Ralph Blass (1922-2002) defined the relaxed elegance that would characterize American fashion in the late 20th century. Before becoming a fashion designer and achieving worldwide fame, Bill Blass was a boy with a dream from Fort Wayne, IN.
Blass . . .
The charm of the past meets modern design in Fort Wayne’s West Central Neighborhood on September 6 and 7, 2025, when the 43rd Annual West Central Home & Garden Tour and ArtsFest return for a weekend of history, art, and community. Visitors will . . .
Lindenwood Cemetery is inviting the community to a special Picnic and Car Show on Sunday, August 31, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 2324 West Main Street, Fort Wayne. All proceeds from the event will benefit Wreaths Across America, a nonprofit organization . . .
Allen County America 250th Committee is reaching out to Allen County Churches, schools, and businesses to join the nationwide Bells Across America on September 17th at 4:00 p.m. and ring bells to celebrate the signing of the Constitution of the United . . .
By mid-to-late September, all of Fox Island County Park will be back open to the public, but it won’t look the same as before the derecho of June 13, 2022.
The derecho storm’s strong winds uprooted or knocked down so many trees, they no longer form . . .
The Women’s Fund of Greater Fort Wayne is thrilled to announce their fifth-anniversary fundraiser, Women Rock, which will be held on Thursday, August 21, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at La Vetta, located on the 26th floor of the PNC Building (110 W Berry . . .
Get ready for a vibrant and exciting event that celebrates the achievements and contributions of Hispanics and Latino Americans residing in Northeast Indiana. The much-awaited “Fiesta Fort Wayne” is back, and it promises to be bigger and better . . .
Science Central recently announced the appointment of Mandee Mikulski as its new Executive Director, effective August 18. Mandee Mikulski will lead the organization in its mission to provide inspiring and fun hands-on science education for all people . . .
For more than 50 years, the Wellspring After School Program has been a cornerstone of this community, offering a free, high-quality after-school program for students in grades 1st-8th. Continuing its legacy of community impact, the program remains . . .
Mayor Sharon Tucker outlined the Youth Violence Prevention Program, a proactive plan to help address youth violence citywide in Fort Wayne. Mayor Tucker was joined by the Fort Wayne Police Department and some members of City Council to demonstrate . . .
The Fort Wayne Children’s Choir (FWCC) recently announced the appointment of Allison McQueen as its new Assistant Artistic Director, marking a powerful full-circle moment for both McQueen and the organization that helped shape her musical journey.
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The Waynedale News’ “Take Some, Leave Some” produce stand is experiencing record foot traffic this season, continuing a tradition that began in the summer of 2022. Now in its fourth year, the community table has become a beloved local fixture, . . .