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September 27, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

Celebrate National Public Lands Day In Indiana

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) invites you to celebrate National Public Lands Day on Sept. 28 and 29 with events happening around the state. National Public Lands Day, on Saturday, Sept. . . Read More

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September 27, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

Community Leaders Celebrate Groundbreaking of Brewer Park Redevelopment

Mayor Sharon Tucker, Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Director Steve McDaniel, community leaders, funding partners and representatives of Mount Vernon Park celebrated the beginning of a new era for the neighborhood with a ground-breaking ceremony for . . . Read More

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September 27, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

Girl Scouts To Host STEM Expo On Oct. 19

Girl Scouts of Northern Indiana-Michiana (GSNI-M) will hold its ninth annual STEM Expo, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Saturday, October 19, in the Walb International Ballroom at Purdue University Fort Wayne. . . Read More

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September 13, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

Liberty Mills Road Trail Project Celebrations

Mayor Sharon Tucker joined by residents, nearby business owners, and representatives from the City of Fort Wayne’s Public Works and Community Development divisions, celebrated the completion of the Liberty Mills Road Trail Project with a ribbon cutting . . . Read More

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September 13, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

EHD Detected In Indiana Deer

An early-season outbreak of epizootic hemorrhagic disease (EHD) in deer, which started in the northern region of Indiana this year, has been detected by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR). . . Read More

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August 30, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

Celebrating Nature’s Majestic Journey With LRWP

The Little River Wetlands Project invites the community to the annual Monarch Festival on September 8th, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., at Eagle Marsh Nature Preserve in Fort Wayne. This free family-friendly event features live displays, educational presentations, butterfly tagging, and a plant giveaway, promoting monarch butterfly conservation and community engagement. . . Read More

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August 30, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

Local Cadette Earns Silver Award For Fox Island Project

On August 15th, Girl Scout Cadette Evah Maloy earned the prestigious Silver Award, the highest honor a Cadette Girl Scout can achieve. She received this award after successfully completing a project that brings awareness and education to visitors of . . . Read More

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August 30, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

Mastodon Bones Find Home

It has been a long time coming, but mastodon bones discovered on a farm just south of Angola in 1968 have finally found a permanent home at Walb Student Union on the campus of Purdue University Fort Wayne. . . Read More

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August 16, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

EPA To Fund Cleanup Of Former Omnisource South Property

Recently, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced a $2 million clean up grant for the Former OmniSource South Property (now known as the North River site) in Fort Wayne, Indiana. “By developing this property into a thriving urban center and . . . Read More

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August 16, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

City Offers Residential Accessibility Updates

The Office of Housing & Neighborhood Services will begin accepting applications for the City of Fort Wayne’s Residential Accessibility Modifications Program on August 14th. This program offers qualified households a grant to make accessibility . . . Read More

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August 16, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

Local Angler Catches State Record Spotted Gar

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August 2, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

Lifetime Sports Academy 2024 Awards

The Lifetime Sports Academy successfully wrapped up the 2024 summer season with a fun day and award ceremony at McMillen Park for kids and parents. More than 900 participants in 2024 and over 32,200 since its inception, developed skills in the lifetime . . . Read More

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August 2, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

Camp McMillen Celebrates 75 Years Of Enriching Young Lives

Girl Scouts of Northern Indiana-Michiana (GSNI-M) is pleased to announce a generous sponsorship from ProFed Credit Union to support two weeks of day camp at Camp Agnes S. McMillen near Huntertown. . . Read More

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August 2, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

Frogapalooza: Wine, Wetlands & Art

The Little River Wetlands Project announces its annual fundraiser, Frogapalooza: Wine, Wetlands & Art, set for Thursday, August 15th, from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM at Union 12 (7563 Lincoln Way Rd, Columbia City, IN 46725). . . Read More

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August 2, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

Summer S’mores Contest

To celebrate summer, camping, and memories made naturally, Indiana State Parks invite you to create your best s’more at any state park property, snap a photo, and share it by emailing SPcontests@dnr.IN.gov . . Read More

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July 19, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

Heat Safety For Pets: See Something? Say Something

With the excessive temperatures still in effect, Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control is reminding pet owners of the importance of protecting pets from the heat. Since June 4th, Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control is currently investigating the death . . . Read More

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July 19, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

Accessible Trail Maps Released

Fort Wayne Trails is excited to announce a new partnership with AWS Foundation to create accessible trail maps for our community. This collaboration aims to ensure that everyone, regardless of age or ability, can more easily navigate and enjoy the . . . Read More

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July 5, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

FWFD Encourages Safe & Responsible Fireworks Use

The American traditions of parades, cookouts, and fireworks help us celebrate the summer season, especially our nation’s birthday on the 4th of July. However, fireworks can turn a joyful celebration into a painful memory when children and adults . . . Read More

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June 21, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

Solar Event Provides Bright Future Insight

With local utility rates soaring through the roof, 31 Hoosier solar energy enthusiasts, homeowners, and community members met at the Fort Wayne Solar Congress on June 8. The free event was organized by nonprofit Solar United Neighbors (SUN). . . Read More

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June 21, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

American Bison Calf Born At Ouabache State Park

A baby American bison was born at Ouabache State Park, adding to the permanent herd that calls the park home. This calf shares a birthdate with the last calf born at the park two years ago, also on June 6. . . Read More

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June 7, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

Black Pine Animal Sanctuary To Host “Tiger King” Golf Fundraiser

Luke Funk Wealth Management Presents The 4th Annual Tee Off For Tigers! June 21st at Eel River Golf Course teams will tee off to support the incredible work of Black Pine Animal Sanctuary. . . Read More

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May 24, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

Seeking Input On The Park Plan

After a year of gathering public input, meetings and development, Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation has released a draft of the Fort Wayne 2024 Park System Comprehensive Plan. The draft is available to view online here: engage.cityoffortwayne.org/fort-wayne-parks-and-recreation-comprehensive-plan . . . Read More

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May 24, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

Four Peregrine Falcon Chicks Officially Have Names

Introducing: Storm and Cindy (females) and Tom and River (males). Under the unapproving, watchful eye of peregrine falcon parents Jamie (father) and Moxie (mother), the four chicks were removed from the nest box atop Indiana Michigan Power Center on . . . Read More

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May 24, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

Girl Scout Welcomes Monarchs Back To Fox Island

Sixth grade Girl Scout Cadette, Evah, recently completed the GS Breathe Journey and set out to execute a concluding Take Action Project that would serve Fox Island County Park, on Saturday, May 4th, 2024. . . Read More

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May 24, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

New Allen County Equestrian Course Now Open

The Allen County Board of Commissioners were joined by community members and horse enthusiasts from across the region at the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting for the new Allen County Equestrian Course located on E. . . Read More