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Lt. Carin Teeters, a native of Fort Wayne, Indiana, serves in the U.S. Navy assigned to Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Unit (NMRTU) Bahrain.
Teeters, a 2010 Homestead High School graduate, joined the Navy four and a half years ago. Additionally, . . .
Development of Fort Wayne/ Allen County’s music economy is moving forward this year thanks to the Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne’s Knight Fund, Don Wood Foundation, Northeast Indiana Strategic Development Commission, Greater Fort Wayne . . .
Police Chief Scott Caudill and Fire Chief Eric Lahey announced that the Fort Wayne Police Department and Fort Wayne Fire Department were jointly awarded $15,000 in grant funding by Norfolk Southern Corporation for the Safety Village.
The funds will . . .
Mayor Sharon Tucker and Solid Waste Manager Matt Gratz joined GFL Environmental to announce the “Keep the Recycling Machine Running Clean” campaign to make the City of Fort Wayne’s recycling program stronger. The campaign will focus on education . . .
Tickets are now on sale for Turnstone’s highly anticipated Casino Night! This year’s event brings the thrill of casino-style games and a delicious showcase of Fort Wayne’s top local eateries. Mark your calendar for Friday, February 28, from 6-10 . . .
As we welcome the dawn of a new year, we also celebrate a 104-year tribute to neighbors, businesses, and the deep sense of pride that defines Waynedale.
February 15, 1921, Abner Elzey, began this dream of “Waynedale,” which for him, idealized a . . .
The Waynedale area, nestled in our corner of Fort Wayne, boasts a rich tapestry of businesses that have served the community for decades, each contributing uniquely to its historical and cultural fabric. These establishments have not only played a . . .
Waynedale is a community rich in history, where the past is not merely remembered but can be experienced firsthand. From sacred sites and historical landmarks to natural wonders, visitors can step back in time and connect with the legacy of the people . . .
This year, Legacy Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning is celebrating 25 years of expert service. For Waynedale residents, Legacy’s work vehicles at their storefront on 6502 Bluffton Rd, Fort Wayne, IN, have become a familiar sight as the company . . .
Big Brothers Big Sisters to kick off its annual bowling fundraiser—3 locations in Allen County!
This annual bowling FUNdraiser is back in 2025 with a wild west twist, kicking off in 6 of our counties, including Allen, this March.
With special thanks . . .
Special Olympics Indiana’s Polar Plunge returns to Fort Wayne on Saturday, Feb. 8, as participants dare to Be Bold and Get Cold.
This bucket-list event, now in its 26th year, challenges individuals and teams to make a difference in the lives of more . . .
Girl Scouts of Northern Indiana-Michiana (GSNI-M) kicked off the 2025 Girl Scout Cookie season on January 17, a time when Girl Scouts everywhere hone their entrepreneurial skills as they find new and inventive ways to sell cookies, unboxing brighter . . .
Public health risk is low; extra precautions encouraged if interacting with waterfowl.
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) confirmed highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) as the cause of death in waterfowl in Gibson County in December . . .
Tickets for Science Central’s murder mystery fundraiser event, My Cold-Hearted Valentine, are on sale now! Here’s your clue to snag your tickets for the event everyone’s dying to attend.
Science Central invites you to dip into the chilling world . . .
FWA ended 2024 breaking the all-time record for passengers traveling through the airport. FWA saw 430,485 enplaned (outbound) passengers choose to start their journey from the airport – an increase of 8% over 2023. In total, the airport saw a total . . .
Historic Fort Wayne, Inc. is gearing up for its first event of the new year. “Nouvelle Annee” is scheduled for Saturday, January 25, 2025, at The Old Fort on Spy Run Avenue. It is a living history experience that will take you back to one of the . . .
Recently, Changing Footprints gathered 291 pairs of shoes from drop-off bins at 14 locations throughout Allen County. The shoes were paired together, counted, and brought into the “shoe shed” in New Haven for sorting into one of 42 categories. . . .
The class of 2024 represents the highest state graduation rate on record, with data showing 90.23% of Indiana students graduating high school. This is up from 88.98% in 2023.
“Over the past year, we have celebrated a number of successes in K-12 education, . . .
Mount Calvary Lutheran Church’s relocation is complete, having moved from 1819 Reservation Drive to 6721 Old Trail Road, space previously occupied by the BMV. After a very difficult decision-making process, the church sold its facility to The Smith . . .
Savor Fort Wayne, an eagerly anticipated culinary event, is returning from January 15-26, 2025, promising 12 delectable days of exclusive menu deals. This event is not just a celebration of food but also a showcase of the vibrant culinary scene in . . .
Local media personality Barb Richards and musician Kyle Haller were named the recipients of the 2025 H. Stanley Liddell Award.
Whatzup presents the H. Stanley Liddell Award to individuals who have made a uniquely significant contribution to the arts . . .
Adams Radio Group Ft. Wayne teamed up with several local companies to bring over $10,000 in assistance to families that needed some Christmas cheer in Ft. Wayne and the surrounding area with “Letters to Santa”.
In 2023, Randy Alomar and country . . .
The City of Fort Wayne has received a major grant of $23.2 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Railorad Administration for the Airport Expressway Grade Separation project. Fort Wayne received the largest grant of any municipality . . .
November 16th marked the 3rd Annual Family Volunteer Day held at Waynedale UMC. Sponsored by the Volunteer Center and in partnership with Project 216, over 70 people came together to pack 11,016 meals that were then shipped to refugees in Ukraine. . . .
As the year draws to a close, Waynedale stands as a shining example of a community embracing both its traditions and the promise of progress. From festive holiday events to exciting new developments, 2024 has been a remarkable year for our community, . . .