Spotlight

Fort Wayne’s faith-based youth theater academy, Fire & Light Productions, is taking center stage this spring, not only with standout student performances but also with powerful partnerships that uplift children throughout the region. . . Read More

Hope’s Harbor is dedicated to supporting children facing serious illness by providing their families with comfort, care, and essential resources, ensuring they never face their journey alone. One of their most ardent supporters is Jodi Keller, who . . . Read More

Leah Steup, a student at Homestead High School in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is a 2025 second-prize winner in C-SPAN’s 21st annual StudentCam competition and will receive $1,500 for the video, “Kids First: Indiana’s Child Welfare System.” . . Read More

Area legislators are recognizing the latest local recipients of the Hoosier Homestead Award, which recognizes farms owned and maintained by the same family for 100 years or more. Represented by State Sen. . . Read More

As the chill of winter fades and the warmth of spring approaches, families have plenty to look forward to in their local parks. The City of Fort Wayne has announced a series of park improvements set to take place this year, some already completed or . . . Read More

The Jewish Federation of Fort Wayne and Pearl Street Arts Center present Violins & Hope: Inside Amnon’s Workshop, a photographic exhibition running through March 23, 2025. Created by Cleveland photographer Daniel Levin, the exhibition documents . . . Read More

Season 13 is on the horizon for Downtown Fort Wayne’s highflyers: Moxie and Jamie. Since 2013, the peregrine falcon pair has called the nestbox on the roof of the Indiana Michigan Power Center (IMPC) home, hatching over 30 chicks in that time. . . Read More

Long-Term Care Ombudsman serve as fierce advocates for residents in nursing homes and licensed assisted living facilities, empowering and educating residents and their family members on residents’ rights while addressing their concerns and ensuring . . . Read More

The City of Fort Wayne is setting in motion a rezoning initiative to update classifications along Bluffton Road and Lower Huntington Road. This effort, led by the Planning and Policy Department alongside the Allen County Department of Planning Services, . . . Read More

A married couple in southwest Fort Wayne is giving back to their community both independently and as a team. For Ron Fritze and Linda Stabler, volunteering is deeply fulfilling—they often find that they receive more than they give. . . Read More

The Veterans National Memorial Shrine and Museum 2122 O’Day Road in Fort Wayne has announced plans for a new monument honoring all women who served in the United States Military. Commander Greg Bedford says, “This memorial is long overdue. . . Read More

Waynedale is a community rich in history, where the past is not merely remembered but can be experienced firsthand. From sacred sites and historical landmarks to natural wonders, visitors can step back in time and connect with the legacy of the people . . . Read More

Girl Scouts of Northern Indiana-Michiana (GSNI-M) kicked off the 2025 Girl Scout Cookie season on January 17, a time when Girl Scouts everywhere hone their entrepreneurial skills as they find new and inventive ways to sell cookies, unboxing brighter . . . Read More

Big Brothers Big Sisters to kick off its annual bowling fundraiser—3 locations in Allen County! This annual bowling FUNdraiser is back in 2025 with a wild west twist, kicking off in 6 of our counties, including Allen, this March. . . Read More

Special Olympics Indiana’s Polar Plunge returns to Fort Wayne on Saturday, Feb. 8, as participants dare to Be Bold and Get Cold. This bucket-list event, now in its 26th year, challenges individuals and teams to make a difference in the lives of more . . . Read More

The City of Fort Wayne has received a major grant of $23.2 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Railorad Administration for the Airport Expressway Grade Separation project. Fort Wayne received the largest grant of any municipality . . . Read More

Adams Radio Group Ft. Wayne teamed up with several local companies to bring over $10,000 in assistance to families that needed some Christmas cheer in Ft. Wayne and the surrounding area with “Letters to Santa”. . . Read More

November 16th marked the 3rd Annual Family Volunteer Day held at Waynedale UMC. Sponsored by the Volunteer Center and in partnership with Project 216, over 70 people came together to pack 11,016 meals that were then shipped to refugees in Ukraine. . . . Read More

As the year draws to a close, Waynedale stands as a shining example of a community embracing both its traditions and the promise of progress. From festive holiday events to exciting new developments, 2024 has been a remarkable year for our community, . . . Read More