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Celebrating American Disabilities Month ~ Voice Of The Township

March 22, 2023March 22, 2023 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

Friday, March 17th is Saint Patrick’s Day, and those who celebrate their Irish Heritage here at the Wayne Township Trustee Office will be ‘wearing the green’ as we close out the week midway through the month of March. ... Read more

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Shepherd Awarded In Adult Education Essay Contest

March 7, 2023March 7, 2023 The Waynedale News Staff

State Sen. Travis Holdman (R-Markle) met with Wells County resident and winner of the 2nd Annual Adult Education Essay Contest, Lance Shepherd, at the Statehouse Wednesday, Feb. 15 during the Indiana Association for Adult and Continuing ... Read more

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National Employee Appreciation Day! ~ Voice Of The Township

March 7, 2023March 7, 2023 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

Friday, March 3 is National Employee Appreciation Day. Here at Wayne Township, we know the importance of good relations between each and every one of our staff members no matter what their position, because we couldn’t do our jobs with anything ... Read more

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Why We Celebrate Black History Month ~ Voice Of The Township

February 17, 2023February 21, 2023 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

For such a short month, February seems to be packed with more events than most of the rest of the months of the year. There’s Valentine’s Day, Presidents Day—merging Abe Lincoln and George Washington’s birthdays—and Black History which is ... Read more

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Offer Gratitude On Valentine’s Day ~ Voice Of The Township

February 3, 2023February 21, 2023 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

Over the past year our office has been celebrating our staff by naming an employee each month to be in our Employee Spotlight. We draw names for the Spotlight, award the winner a gift card, post their picture and a brief bio on our Facebook page ... Read more

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Welcoming The New Year ~ Voice Of The Township

January 20, 2023January 26, 2023 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

The beginning of 2023 is not just the start of a new year but the beginning of a new term of office for all the local officials who were elected this last November. At our office that is Austin Knox, who, having first been elected by a party caucus ... Read more

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Unveiling Results From 2022 Hoosier Survey

December 16, 2022 The Waynedale News Staff

Indiana Public Broadcasting and Ball State University’s Bowen Center for Public Affairs have unveiled the results from the 2022 Hoosier Survey. This non-partisan public policy survey is designed to take the pulse of the state regarding ... Read more

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Honoring The Work & Life of Richard A Stevenson Sr. ~ Voice Of The Township

December 16, 2022December 16, 2022 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

Former Trustee, Richard A Stevenson, Sr., passed from this life on December 6, exactly three years after announcing his retirement from the Wayne Township Trustee Office in 2019. First elected in 2006, Trustee Stevenson went on to win three ... Read more

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Skating Through The Holidays ~ Voice Of The Township

December 2, 2022December 16, 2022 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

The Wayne Township Trustee Office is celebrating the holiday season in traditional style for us; we are assisting our families with help from the Christmas Bureau, we’ve been collecting donations from community partners to hand out hams ... Read more

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Potential Location Announced For New Allen Co. Jail

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

The Allen County Board of Commissioners has selected a potential property for the location of a new county jail and will review and potentially approve a purchase agreement to be submitted to the property owner soon. The decision on a property ... Read more

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Thanksgiving, Black Friday & Small Business Saturday ~ Voice Of The Township

November 18, 2022December 16, 2022 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

This year, Thanksgiving will be celebrated on Thursday, November 24, and that day the Wayne Township Trustee Office will be closed so that our staff can take time to celebrate this holiday of gratitude that kicks off the season of winter festivities. ... Read more

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Nancy Brickley For Allen County Council

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

I have been putting ads in the Waynedale News for many years for my business, Nancy’s Insurance Service. I am now running for County Council District 4. I am running because I think more women should be involved in government and making decisions. ... Read more

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Jorge Fernandez For Allen County Commissioner

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

I am Jorge Fernandez and I am running for Allen County Commissioner this year. All three Allen County Commissioners are elected by the entire county, and each is elected in a separate race on the ballot. Two of those are on the ballot this year ... Read more

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It’s Important To Make Your Vote Count On Nov. 8 ~ Voice Of The Township

November 4, 2022December 16, 2022 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

Two important days for all Americans will be upon us shortly. These are Election Day on Tuesday, November 8 and Veterans Day on Friday, November 11. On Election Day, we can express our gratitude for the freedom and privilege we have to cast our ... Read more

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“Are You Okay? Are You Alright? Somebody Call 911, & Get The AED!” ~ Voice Of The Township

October 21, 2022November 8, 2022 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

That’s what you call out before starting CPR on a person in trouble with cardiac arrest, according to Wayne Kelly with EMS Safety who led the certification course we recently received. Mr. Kelly held two training sessions on Friday, October ... Read more

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Preparing For Winter Costs ~ Voice Of The Township

October 7, 2022October 18, 2022 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

When the demand goes up for warmer clothing in our Clothing Emporium, it’s a good sign that people are sensing the coming of winter. Fall, when the days are still warm enough to work both inside and out, is a good time to prepare yourself and your ... Read more

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Enjoying The Fall Season ~ Voice Of The Township

September 23, 2022September 26, 2022 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

In looking for some enjoyable and inexpensive activities for our clients and their families, this time of year offers some great opportunities for everyone. We say, “Spend time enjoying the fall color changes right here in northern Indiana!” ... Read more

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Awardee Becomes Employee ~ Voice Of The Township

September 9, 2022September 16, 2022 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

For the past ten years the Wayne Township Trustee Office has been awarding scholarships to high school graduates who were on their way to attending institutions of higher learning. It has always been a wish of ours to follow up on the scholars ... Read more

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Annual Labor Day Picnic ~ Voice Of The Township

August 26, 2022August 29, 2022 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

We have had a busy summer attending many gatherings of social service agencies in Wayne Township, Fort Wayne and Allen County. At these events we bring along our board of pictures and information to inform and educate the public about what we ... Read more

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Henry Comments On Allen County Jail Discussions ~ Letter To The Editor

August 26, 2022August 29, 2022 Tom Henry - Fort Wayne Mayor

The City of Fort Wayne continues to monitor the discussions regarding a new jail for Allen County. We recognize that the current jail will not suffice, and a new state-of-the-art facility needs to be constructed. It’s imperative that the new ... Read more

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The Wayne Township Trustee Office Team ~ Voice Of The Township

August 12, 2022August 16, 2022 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

At The Wayne Township Trustee Office (WTTO) employees often use the term “Teamwork makes the dream work” to indicate that it is easier to complete a goal and often get better results when you team up with others and work together. When you think ... Read more

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Let’s Not Wait To Send A Billion Bucks Back To Hoosiers ~ Letter To The Editor

July 29, 2022August 3, 2022 Governor Eric Holcomb

When the State of Indiana officially closed our fiscal books on June 30, we collected $1.24 billion dollars more than was last forecasted, which has created over $6 billion in reserves. In short, Indiana’s economy continues an unprecedented ... Read more

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Struggling To Buy School Supplies? ~ Voice Of The Township

July 29, 2022August 3, 2022 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

It’s back-to-school time again, and the first day for Fort Wayne Community Schools will be on Tuesday, August 13th. Here at the township, we are ready as we meet with client families gearing up for the new school year. While some children may ... Read more

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How Workfare Programs… Work ~ Voice Of The Township

July 15, 2022July 21, 2022 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

One of the core programs here at Wayne Township is found in our Workfare and Employment Department. When an eligible client receives financial assistance from the township, they are entered into the workfare program which helps them develop ... Read more

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Celebrating Independence ~ Voice Of The Township

July 1, 2022July 21, 2022 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

On July 4th the United States will be celebrating Independence Day—the federal holiday commemorating the Declaration of Independence, a document that was drawn up by, among others, founding fathers Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, ... Read more

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