LEAVING A LEGACY
Recently I was approached by a friend who inquired if I had thought about getting a will written for myself.
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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.
MAYOR HENRY PRINCIPAL FOR A DAY AT MIAMI MIDDLE SCHOOL
Fort Wayne Community Schools welcomed 55 community members into schools to serve as guest principals for the annual Principal for
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LUERS GRAD OPENS TOM’S DONUTS
On Tuesday, October 14, Tom’s Donuts opened in Georgetown Plaza next to Kroger. Formerly Georgetown Donuts, this will be the
Read More300 AIRMEN DEPLOYED
The 122nd Fighter Wing, which flies the A-10 “Warthog” airframe, deployed about 300 airmen, or around a third of its
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8TH GRADERS VOLUNTEER AT COMMUNITY HARVEST FOOD BANK
On Oct. 1, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School 8th graders visited Community Harvest Food Bank for a tour and
Read MoreFALLING LEAVES – LEAF PICKUP DAYS
Tools in HandIt’s time to Rake Annual Leaf Collection Began October 20A popular tool used during the fall, is the
Read MoreCELEBRATE THE NATURAL SIDE OF HALLOWEEN
Not everything about Halloween is scary! Join the fun at Owl-oween to discover the natural side of Halloween as you
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TAYLOR’S CHANDLER BIRCH WINS $3,000 COLLEGE NOVEL CONTEST
Many students entering the Taylor University professional writing major dream that, through the department’s teaching, they will one day have
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WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A LION
Maybe you’ve seen the guys in the bright yellow vests volunteering around Waynedale or have dropped off some used eye
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HIGH CLASS RACE WITH A HIGH CLASS FINISH
Eric and Emily Harris, owners of a beautiful 2-acre vineyard and winery near Roanoke, Indiana, along with owner Kevin Croy
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RIDENOUR & DOUGLAS TO BE WED
Keith L. and Joy Ridenour of Waynedale, announce the engagement and upcoming wedding of their daughter, Jennifer Renee, to Mr.
Read More“BASKETS & BAGS” BINGO IN OSSIAN
Psi Iota Xi Sorority in Ossian is sponsoring their 10TH annual Bingo night featuring prize packages donated by local businesses
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HOMESCHOOLING IS WHERE THE HEART IS
How long has homeschooling existed? Since Adam and Eve taught Cain about farming and Abel about taking care of sheep.
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KINGSTON RESIDENTS COMPLETE F4F SENIOR MARATHON 2014
Eleven residents of Kingston Residence ranging in age 72 to 97 years proudly completed the Fort 4 Fitness Senior Marathon.
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A NURSE TO THE END
Jude Stark grew up in Waynedale, Indiana. She attended Waynedale Elementary School and Elmhurst High School. After graduation she enrolled
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POOR HANDMAIDS COME HOME TO FORT WAYNE
The Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ Sisters are organizing several events called “PHJCs Coming Home” in various cities over the
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SCHREIBER’S CELEBRATE 50TH ANNIVERSARY
John and Carol Morrical Schreiber, Ossian, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on September 20th. They were married in 1964
Read More122ND BLESSED WITH NEW COMMANDER
Indiana National Guard Adjutant General, Maj. Gen. R. Martin Umbarger, is pleased to announce the selection of Col. Patrick R.
Read MoreCIVIL WAR SCHOLAR AT McMURTRY LECTURE
Dr. Eric Foner, DeWitt Clinton Professor of History at Columbia University, will be the annual keynote speaker at the 2014
Read More“PICNIC IN THE PARK” FUN FOR ALL AGES
Our 12th annual Waynedale “Picnic in the Park” was a great success again this year. The rain did not keep
Read More1ST DOGGONE BEST CHILI CHALLENGE
A chili cook-off to benefit the Allen County SPCA will be held at Lucky Harley Davidson, 6315 Illinois Road (at
Read MoreCOMMUNITY HARVEST FOOD BANK RECEIVES $5,000 GRANT
Community Harvest Food Bank of Northeast Indiana has been awarded a $5,000 grant by Ameriprise Financial to support Feeding Seniors
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ST. MARK LUTHERAN HOSTING CHOCOLAT RETREAT
Saint Mark Lutheran Church is hosting their fourth non-denominational women’s retreat on October 18, 2014. Women get the experience of
Read MoreSTREET MINISTRY FOR THE HOMELESS
My street ministry “Street Reach for the Homeless” began during the winter of 2011 as I saw a group of
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COOKING A CHALLENGE? HOMEBOUND MEALS TO THE RESCUE
Understanding Homebound Meals (HBM) is simplicity itself. “When we explain who we are, it’s easy for us to just say
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ANTIETAM – History Tour
My husband, our 6-year-old son, Isaac, and I left Gettysburg early in the morning and we were off to Antietam
Read MoreTAKE CAUTION AS STUDENTS RETURN TO SCHOOL
Fort Wayne Community Schools kicked-off their new year with students returning recently. With that in mind, FWCS officials remind the
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BICYCLE MUSEUM OF AMERICA TO EXHIBIT AT MAKER FAIRE
Fort Wayne Regional Maker Faire – Powered by TekVenture Sept. 13 & 14, 10am-6pm each day. Have you ever seen
Read MoreBUSY SEPTEMBER KICKS OFF FALL EVENTS FOR THE HISTORY CENTER
Fort Wayne’s History Center is gearing up for a busy September. Saturday, September 6, native plant expert Dani Tippmann will
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THE WAYNEDALE PICNIC – A CLASSIC EVENT IN THE COMMUNITY
The Waynedale Picnic was held in Waynedale Park on August 23rd, 2014. This year’s completely free event saw a chance
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