Waynedale History

On September 2, The Waynedale News will celebrate its 93rd year in print! This historic achievement underscores the importance of

As we welcome the dawn of a new year, we also celebrate a 104-year tribute to neighbors, businesses, and the

The Waynedale area, nestled in our corner of Fort Wayne, boasts a rich tapestry of businesses that have served the

The Waynedale News is celebrating 92 years of serving its community with heartfelt stories and local news. Publisher Alex Cornwell marks 15 years leading the paper, emphasizing the importance of community support. Dedicated to telling local stories, the paper thrives thanks to its readers’ engagement and contributions.

This year marks the 70th anniversary of the Waynedale Masonic Lodge, established in 1954. The Lodge has a rich history of community service and growth, culminating in the construction of its Temple in 1969. The Lodge continues to embody the values of Freemasonry and fosters community involvement, inviting all to celebrate this milestone.

In an era where the digital tide has reshaped the landscape of media and journalism, the enduring presence of The

A very wise woman once said, that people catch visions in three different ways. There are those that will receive

Since 1948, St. Therese Catholic Church has been an integral part of the vibrant Waynedale community. Its rich history, marked

The following is a history of the Waynedale Fire Department, written in 1983, by Paul W. Fairfield, with assistance from

Can you feel it? It’s the beginning of a new era in the Waynedale community! On February 15, 2022, Waynedale

In the early 1870s the railroad spur at the Lower Huntington Road intersection created a minor land boom. Pioneer landowners

As you drive west from Waynedale to 5036 Lower Huntington Road, before you get to Smith Road, you come to

A new business has successfully stepped into the void left by the closing of a beloved Waynedale institution. The Hello

What does a hundred years mean? For our community, a hundred years ago, on February 15, a vision was sought

The farmland that once comprised the area of Waynedale, though fertile, was also highly alkaline. During the Pleistocene period a

Did you know that over 2,500 members belong to a unique Facebook group that focuses on pictures, memories and discussions

Months after closing in early April, assumedly because of COVID-19 shutdowns and lack of business, many speculated about when or

In the wake of Avalon Pool, Baer Field Motorsports Park and the Waynedale Bakery recently closing, this week, Umber’s Do