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June 7, 2024 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

Summer Activities For Kids ~ Voice Of The Township

School is out for the summer, and this means a big change in routine for students and their families. During the school year parents could count on their children spending the day in a safe and enriching environment. . . Read More

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May 24, 2024 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

The History Of Memorial Day ~ Voice Of The Township

The Wayne Township Trustee Office will be closed on Monday, May 27, 2024, in honor of Memorial Day, and many of us look forward to the Waynedale Memorial Day Parade that departs from the Waynedale United Methodist Church at 9:00 that morning to travel . . . Read More

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May 10, 2024 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

Celebrating Mothers & Wellness

According to the calendar hanging in my office, the month of May is both Mental Health Month and Employee Health and Fitness Month. Here at the Wayne Township Trustee Office, we pay attention to both of these causes as we work to reduce stress, build . . . Read More

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April 26, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

Why Voting In The Primary Election Matters

We are rapidly approaching Primary Election Day on May 7. Hoosiers, ensure you have a plan in place to vote! Local primary elections are critical as they have a direct influence on decisions that impact our daily lives, from education to public safety, . . . Read More

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April 26, 2024 Lindsey Hammond

Lindsey Hammond (R) – Allen County Council At-Large Candidate

My name is Lindsey Hammond, candidate for Allen County Council At-Large. I am a God-fearing, Christ follower. I have lived in Allen County for 24 years; I moved here from NW Ohio to attend college, fell in love with this area and chose to raise my family . . . Read More

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April 26, 2024 Grant Bucher

Grant Bucher (R) – Indiana’s 3rd Congressional District Candidate

Will your voice be part of the political noise? Or will it appeal to renewal by reason and debate? As a candidate for Congress driven to serve my God, family, and neighbors well, I am committed to win the right way, or not win at all. . . Read More

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April 26, 2024 Phil Goss

Phil Goss (D) – Indiana’s 3rd Congressional District Candidate

Hoosiers in Northeast Indiana deserve better than what we’ve gotten from a succession of GOP Representatives who have done anything they could to gather power, while never representing the people. I promise you that I’ll be better. . . Read More

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April 26, 2024 Jamie Reitenour

Jamie Reitenour (R) – Indiana Governor Candidate

Born to military parents and raised in a military family, I moved often during my childhood. I attended college on a scholarship and participated in team sports. I graduated from what is now Missouri State University in 2001 with a degree in psychology . . . Read More

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April 26, 2024 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

Celebrating Earth Day ~ Voice Of The Township

On Monday, April 22nd we celebrated Earth Day 2024. Established in 1970, Earth Day has been recognized, first in the United States and now all around the world, as the day we take stock of the condition of our planet and reflect on what we can do to . . . Read More

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April 12, 2024 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

Farewell To A Visionary ~ Voice Of The Township

Wayne Township, Waynedale and all of the City of Fort Wayne and Allen County lost a great leader and friend when Mayor Tom Henry passed away, unexpectedly, on Thursday, March 28, 2024. . . Read More

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March 29, 2024 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

Staff Member Saves Visitor’s Life ~ Voice Of The Township

Spring has sprung, and Trustee Austin Knox and the rest of the staff here at the Wayne Township Trustee Office wish everyone a Happy Easter! Our Employee of the Month for March 2024 has been Shatayah Conner, Director of the Workfare and Employment Department. . . . Read More

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March 29, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

Allen County Bicentennial Opening Ceremony Event

All citizens of Allen County are invited to attend the Opening Ceremony of the Bicentennial on Monday, April 1, 2024. The event, featuring guest speakers, music, and refreshments, will begin at 10:00 a.m. . . Read More

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March 15, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

National “Slam the Scam Day” & Warning Hoosiers To Be Vigilant

Secretary of State Diego Morales recently recognized “Slam the Scam Day” on March 7, 2024, to help raise awareness and prevent scammers from stealing your money or identity. National Slam the Scam Day is an initiative to raise public awareness and . . . Read More

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March 15, 2024 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

Women’s History Month ~ Voice Of The Township

This month the Wayne Township Trustee Office celebrates not only Women’s History Month and St. Patrick’s Day, but the beginning of spring, a season of looking forward to great weather and moving more of our activities outdoors. . . Read More

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March 1, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

Mayor Tom Henry Announces Cancer Diagnosis

Below is a statement from Mayor Tom Henry. Mayor Henry delivered the statement during a recent press briefing at his office at Citizens Square: As most of you know, our family, friends, and community are still respectfully mourning the passing of my . . . Read More

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March 1, 2024 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

Celebrating The Leap Year ~ Voice Of The Township

As we wrap up the month of February with its extra day this year, February 29th, I have learned that not everyone is aware of what leap year is and how it came about. . . Read More

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February 16, 2024 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

Setting A High Bar At The WTTO ~ Voice Of The Township

Last month the Wayne Township Trustee Office announced the formation of a new employee committee called Active Relations: Motivation and Morale. One of the first tasks the ARMM committee took on was to establish an Employee of the Month award for staff . . . Read More

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February 2, 2024 The Waynedale News Staff

Happy Valentine’s Day! ~ Voice Of The Township

As another Valentine’s Day rolls around we are reminded to celebrate the warm relationships we have in our lives. We often think of our closest loved ones around this time, but in fact, it’s good to remember that all of our interactions with other . . . Read More

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January 19, 2024 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

Reflecting & Renewing In 2024 ~ Voice Of The Township

At the start of this New Year we, at the Wayne Township Trustee Office, look back at what we have accomplished over the last year and ahead at the progress we hope to continue in 2024. . . Read More

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December 24, 2023 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

Thanking Public Servants ~ Voice Of The Township

This month, the Wayne Township Trustee Office held several events to help the clients and all the citizens of the township celebrate the holidays in style. December 14th we gave away 228 hams and 100 turkeys in our annual drive-thru/walk-up Ham and . . . Read More

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December 11, 2023 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

Holiday Help & Party Time ~ Voice Of The Township

The Wayne Township Trustee Office is celebrating the 2023 holiday season as we have done for the past several years. We are assisting our families in collaboration with the Allen County Christmas Bureau; we are handing out hams and turkeys for people’s . . . Read More

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November 24, 2023 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

Did Solar Yield Savings? ~ Voice Of The Township

The Wayne Township Trustee Office has been using rooftop solar panels to supply electrical energy to their building at 320 East Superior Street since the fall of 2022, when the newly installed panels went into operation. . . Read More

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November 10, 2023 Wayne Township Trustee - Austin Knox

Thank You For Your Service! ~ Voice Of The Township

The Wayne Township Trustee Office will be closed on Friday, November 10th in observance of Veterans Day as November 11th falls on Saturday this year. Veterans make up such an important segment of our society in the United States that it is fitting . . . Read More

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October 27, 2023 Tom Didier

Tom Didier (R) – Fort Wayne Mayor Candidate

I’m running for mayor because I believe Fort Wayne has untapped potential. I have a specific plan to help Fort Wayne do a better job serving its residents, communicating with neighborhoods and government partners, and investing in public projects . . . Read More

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October 27, 2023 Porsche Williams

Porsche Williams (D) – Fort Wayne City Clerk Candidate

My name is Porsche Williams and I am excited to be a candidate for Fort Wayne’s City Clerk. This pivotal election on Tuesday, November 7th provides the opportunity for our community to have a voice in who leads our city for the next four years. . . Read More