Sol Fest Shines To Give Fox Island Rehab Hope
A long-time Fort Wayne event is redirecting its focus to help a county park in dire need. ...
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Spotlight
The Stand, A Summer Staple ~ Community Spotlight
When we think of the dog days of summer, ice cream treats are among the first things that come to mind. And a favorite go-to is The Stand; a deep rooted Waynedale tradition, having served our community for 18 years. ...
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Serving Up Smiles At GiGi’s
A new local restaurant is serving the public, while also providing a service to our area’s special needs workers. ...
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Sculpture Hopes To Ignite A Calhoun Street Comeback
Fort Wayne based nonprofit, Blue Jacket, Inc. dedicated a sculpture recognizing its namesake and honoring the great Shawnee War Chief Blue Jacket on Friday, July 15th at noon. A small reception followed, featuring an exciting announcement ...
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Hobnobben Film Festival Announces 2022 Film Line-Up
The Hobnobben Film Festival will hold a launch party for its 2022 film line-up on Friday, July 29 at Cinema Center, 437 E. Berry Street. Doors will open at 6 p.m. to the Spectator Lounge where the public can enjoy light hors d’oeuvres and a cash ...
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Struggling To Buy School Supplies? ~ Voice Of The Township
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 ...
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Local Nonprofits Highlight Local Foods & Chef With Workshop
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 ...
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Tour Six Exceptional Native Plant Gardens With INPS
To highlight the beauty and ecological contributions of natives, the Northeast Chapter of the Indiana Native Plant Society will host a garden tour in the Woodhurst neighborhood on Fort Wayne’s south side from 9 to noon on Saturday morning, ...
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Winterset Association 4th Of July Parade
Winterset Association held their Annual Independence Day parade on Monday, July 4th. All enjoyed a visit from the local Fire Department along with fresh donuts, juice, and coffee. The parade is a wonderful tradition to celebrate our country’s ...
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Giving From Your Heart ~ Community Spotlight
Anyone who knows me at all recognizes that among the many things I am passionate about, a top contender is preserving our environment. And one important way to do that is through repurposing of items. ...
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Girl Scout Troop Creates Monarch Waystation
Girl Scouts of Northern Indiana-Michiana Junior Troop 54105, comprising six fourth-graders, is proud to announce the installation of a new certified Monarch Waystation at Fox Island County Park as the culmination of their yearlong Take ...
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Girl Scouts Honor Gold Award Recipients
Girl Scouts of Northern Indiana-Michiana (GSNI-M) honored eight Gold Award recipients, one of whom also received a national Gold Award Scholarship, at a ceremony Sunday, June 22, 2022, at Goshen College. The Gold Award represents the highest ...
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When Will Fox Island Reopen?
The violent thunderstorm that ripped through Waynedale has left Fox Island County Park in a precarious situation. ...
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Community Rallies To Help Neighbors In Need After Storm
When communities find themselves in despair from catastrophic events, organizations and residents come together to help one another get through. In Waynedale, we are proud to report that there were many events held over the following weeks ...
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Calling On Local Businesses For ‘Shop Waynedale’ Games
Back by popular demand, it’s SHOP Waynedale time again! ...
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New Museum Expansion Kick-Off Ceremony
The Veterans National Memorial Shrine & Museum is under construction on a new 6,000 sq. ft. museum building adjacent to the existing facility at 2122 0’Day Road. The War History Museum and naming rights of the building will be announced ...
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A Storm That Left Our Community Shredded
Late Monday, June 13 evening, residents were abruptly awoken with a phone alert and shortly after, a horrendous storm that primarily ravaged neighborhoods throughout South and Southwest Fort Wayne. Leaving nearly 40,000 homes without ...
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Celebrating The Legacy Of Wendy Robinson
Fort Wayne Community Schools celebrates and honored the legacy of former Superintendent Dr. Wendy Robinson with the renaming of the Family and Community Engagement Center as the Wendy Y. Robinson Family and Community Engagement Center. ...
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Local 4-H Club Helps Fox Island
The Southwest Stewards 4-H Club of Allen County were back in action, completing their Service Project for the third year in a row. They officially became a new Club in 2020 and committed to incorporating a Service Project into each year plan, ...
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Black Forest ‘Cat Café’ Celebrates Grand Opening
Black Forest Café owners Julie and Emily Pressler, Animal Care & Control staff, and city officials celebrated the Grand Opening of the café that will have cats from Fort Wayne Animal Care & Control available for adoption. ...
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City Pools & Water Playgrounds Open
Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation will open Northside and McMillen Pools for the season on Saturday, June 4 with reduced hours of operation by one day per week. The staggered adjustments are due to staffing shortages and consideration for safety ...
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“Push, Paddle, Pedal” Encourages Community Members To Move 100 Miles
Community members with and without disabilities are invited to move 100 miles this summer to raise awareness and support for individuals with disabilities. Funds raised from Turnstone’s third annual “Push, Paddle, Pedal” challenge event ...
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Foster Park Pavilion #3 Restored
The city’s Parks Department and local parks support groups are pushing to renovate and repair one of the oldest structures in one of our community’s oldest parks. ...
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On Becoming A Dad ~ Around The Frame
There is an adage that any man can become a father, but it takes a special man to become a dad. A dad is a good role model to his children. He sets an example of loving and caring for his family. A dad takes time to teach his children life skills and how ...
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GFL Becomes Fort Wayne’s Next Garbage Handler
GFL Environmental USA has received the necessary approvals to become the City of Fort Wayne’s garbage and recycling hauler effective July 1. ...
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