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Riverfront Certifies Sensory Inclusive

December 2, 2022December 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

KultureCity has partnered with Riverfront Fort Wayne to make Promenade Park and all of the programs and events that the venue hosts to be sensory inclusive. This new initiative will promote an accommodating and positive experience for all ... Read more

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Holiday Light Shows To Shine At Five DNR Destinations

December 2, 2022December 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

On-site holiday light shows will shine at five DNR destinations this December. ... Read more

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ACRES Hosts Winter Photo Contest

December 2, 2022December 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

ACRES Land Trust is hosting a winter photo contest to get people outside and feeling inspired about nature this season. ... Read more

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The Future Of Water Security In The Great Lakes Region

November 18, 2022December 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

A new report led by St. Paul-based Freshwater Society with collaborators at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs at the University of Minnesota, Great Lakes Indian Fish and Wildlife Commission, Water365, and the Bureau of Indian Affairs ... Read more

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15 New Conservation Officers Graduate Training

November 18, 2022December 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

The DNR Division of Law Enforcement held graduation ceremonies at the Indiana Statehouse in Indianapolis. Fifteen new Indiana Conservation Officers officially joined the division during the event. ... Read more

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Great Lakes Commission Awards $200,000 To Franke Park

November 4, 2022December 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

The Great Lakes Commission (GLC) announced that it will award more than $1.2 million in grants to reduce the runoff of sediment, nutrients, and other pollutants into the Great Lakes and their tributaries through the Great Lakes Sediment and ... Read more

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Tri-State CSA Conference Coming To Fort Wayne

November 4, 2022December 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

Are you a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) farmer? Are you looking to start a CSA or wanting to increase the success of your existing CSA? If so, Thinking Inside the Box, the 2022 Tri-State CSA Conference is the place to be November 12-13 ... Read more

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World Planting Day Celebrated Locally!

November 4, 2022December 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

The local Stories & Exploring program celebrated World Planting Day on Tuesday, October 25th, as part of The Celebrate Series! This program was developed by Speaks for Trees and More Founder, Sarah Maloy, as a PK – Early Elementary ... Read more

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Salamonie Lake’s Senior Monday Luncheon

November 4, 2022December 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

The monthly Salamonie Senior Monday Luncheon will be held at noon, Nov. 7, at Salamonie Lake’s Interpretive Center. Anyone age 50 or older is welcome to attend. ... Read more

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Fall Leaf Fort Wayne Cleanup

October 21, 2022November 8, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

Beginning October 31, the Fort Wayne Street Department will collect leaves in the City’s more than 400 neighborhoods. This year’s leaf pick-up will run through December 16, but weather conditions or the volume of leaves in a particular area ... Read more

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Community Input Requested For Parks & Recreation

October 21, 2022November 8, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation will host a public meeting to gather input on allocating parks funding and recreational programming over a five-year time period to begin in 2023. This is an important step in the process of creating a comprehensive ... Read more

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Citizens Are Key To Stopping Poaching

October 7, 2022October 18, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

Indiana Conservation Officers encourage citizens to partner with the Turn In a Poacher, Inc. (TIP) program and help put an end to poaching. ... Read more

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Clean Drains ‘Be River Smart Fest’ Event

September 23, 2022September 26, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

The community-wide celebration of Fort Wayne’s three rivers – St. Joe, St. Marys and Maumee – begins on Saturday, September 24, 2022, from 12 – 9:30 pm.The afternoon features the opportunity to get out on Fort Wayne’s rivers with specially ... Read more

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Celebrate National Public Lands Day!

September 23, 2022September 26, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

You can celebrate National Public Lands Day on Saturday, September 24 and Sunday, Sept. 25 by getting outside and enjoying your favorite outdoor activity at one of the many DNR destinations throughout Indiana (on.IN.gov/recfinder). ... Read more

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Animals Pose Serious, Sometimes Fatal Risks

September 9, 2022September 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

Animal bites can lead to serious health problems, and the Allen County Department of Health, Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control and the Allen County Sheriff’s Department want to remind you of the risks. ... Read more

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Experts Provide Insights Into Global Food & Economic Crises

September 9, 2022September 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

With the war in Ukraine entering its seventh month and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic still being experienced, growing challenges threaten the world’s economic and food security. ... Read more

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Monarch Festival Returns

September 9, 2022September 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

Update: This event has since been canceled due to weather. ... Read more

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Grand Re-Opening Of The Eagle Marsh Barn

August 26, 2022August 29, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

Join Little River Wetlands Project on Sunday, August 28th from 4:00 to 6:00 PM as we say thank you and celebrate the grand re-opening of our Eagle Marsh barn. There will be a ribbon-cutting ceremony and Deputy Mayor, Karl Bandemere will be presenting ... Read more

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Invasive Lanternfly Spotted In Northern Indiana

August 26, 2022August 29, 2022 Jillian Ellison

Seen in July in Indiana’s Huntington County, the invasive spotted lanternfly has officially migrated to northern Indiana, just one year after its initial sighting in Switzerland County. ... Read more

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Plan Before You Plant!

August 26, 2022August 29, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

Trees and power lines often coexist without problems. However, residents should take precautions when planting a tree. Indiana Electric Cooperatives offers tips and reminders to keep residents safe while planting a tree on their property. ... Read more

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Sol Fest Shines To Give Fox Island Rehab Hope

August 12, 2022August 16, 2022 Michael Morrissey

A long-time Fort Wayne event is redirecting its focus to help a county park in dire need. ... Read more

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Game To Protect Rivers Wins International Award

July 29, 2022August 3, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

A City Utilities-developed board game that helps players learn how stormwater runoff carries pollutants to our rivers has won the International Serious Play Silver Medal. ... Read more

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The Generational Divide Shows In Our Food System, Too

July 29, 2022August 3, 2022 Elizabeth K. Gardner

Gen Z households are struggling more to put food on the table compared to those of Millennials, Gen X, and Boomers, according to the Consumer Food Insights Report. ... Read more

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Local Nonprofits Highlight Local Foods & Chef With Workshop

July 29, 2022August 3, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

Have you ever felt intimidated by produce at the farmer’s market? Not sure how to prevent your fresh herbs from going bad? Are you stumped on how to prepare produce in a way that actually makes you want to eat it? Local nonprofits, Eco Fest and Northeast ... Read more

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Trail Cleanup On The St. Mary’s Pathway

July 15, 2022July 21, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

Students from the summer program at Purdue University TRIO Upward Bound Program were happy to assist in a cleanup on the St. Mary’s Pathway near Wayne High School. TRIO Upward Bound is a college-prep program that serves income-eligible high ... Read more