Health & Exercise

Turnstone Center is seeking volunteers to join them in creating possibilities. Throughout its nearly eight-decade history, Turnstone has relied on volunteers who support its mission by donating their time and talents. Without the help ... Read more

Lindenwood Cemetery will have a rededication ceremony for its AIDS Memorial on World AIDS Day, Thursday, Dec. 1, to help raise awareness of the AIDS pandemic caused by the spread of HIV infection, as well as mourn those who have died of the disease. ... Read more

The American Red Cross encourages everyone to test their smoke alarms to help stay safe from home fires. ... Read more

Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana is asking the public for donations of durable medical equipment, hygiene supplies, and nutrition drink. These items are essential to helping people with cancer safely manage daily living activities ... Read more

The holidays can be an especially difficult time after the death of a loved one. The Lights of Love Memorial provides the community a meaningful way to tribute their loved ones. Erin’s House teams up with Parkview Field to display personalized ... Read more

Many people consider making donations or purchases supporting charities that address the prevention, education, screening, treatment, and/or research to find a cure for breast cancer or support those in the fight during Breast Cancer ... Read more

The latest edition of the Prenatal & Infant Care Resource Directory is now available for free to the public and organizations that serve low-income and vulnerable residents. ... Read more

Turnstone Center invites community members of all ages and abilities to the fifth annual Inclusive Trunk or Treat event on Thursday, October 27, at Turnstone in Parking Lot A. Treats will be passed out from 5-7 p.m. (or until supplies last). ... Read more

The Allen County Public Library is hosting a series of Flu and COVID-19 vaccination clinics in September and October. As the community approaches cold and flu season, both entities are dedicated to ensuring Allen County residents have access ... Read more

Arielle Borovsky, associate professor in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences in Purdue’s College of Health and Human Sciences, works with Emily Newman and her son, Caleb. Borovsky studies language development in children – with an emphasis ... Read more

September is national safety and preparedness month, and this year’s Safety Fair is right around the corner. This free, family event will be held at the Public Safety Academy. This year’s event will have over 40 booths and displays including ... Read more

The Northeast Indiana Base Community Council will host the 2nd annual ‘Golf for the Warrior’ charity fundraiser 18 hole scramble golf tournament, Sept. 23, 2022, at Brookwood Golf Club, Fort Wayne. ... Read more

The City of Fort Wayne has once again been tabbed as one of America’s five best cities for minor league sports. ... Read more

Northeast Indiana Local Food Network will host the 2022 Local Food Forum & Expo on Monday, September 12 at Walb Union, Purdue University Fort Wayne. The annual event allows local farmers, food producers, chefs, educators, community ... Read more

With the support of a $10,000 grant from the Journal Gazette Foundation, beginning in August, children and adults visiting McMillen Health for field trips will be greeted by multiple new interactive exhibits. McMillen’s designers are currently ... Read more

When the baton was passed to Bowen Center’s new President/Chief Executive Officer, Rob Ryan, by his predecessor on July 1, 2022, the first thing he did was to realign the organization at the top to help more clearly identify roles and accountability. ... Read more

Parks and Recreation Director Steve McDaniel kicked off the 2022 Senior Games at the Community Center. The Senior Games is open to adults age 50 and older in locations all over Fort Wayne. The event will continue through July 7. ... Read more

First impressions are everything, and a redesigned Allen County Department of Health website provides visitors an attractive, well-organized way to explore the many ways the Department works to promote and protect the health of residents. ... Read more

Many people, especially those 65 and older, postponed routine doctor appointments during the pandemic. As older adults are reconnecting with their communities, including addressing those overdue medical check-ups, aging experts are ... Read more

Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana will hold Ribbon Walk on Saturday, May 7, 2022. The fundraising walk will raise money to help local people with cancer.The community is invited to join the walk, honor someone touched by cancer and celebrate ... Read more