WHAT IT MEANS TO CELEBRATE 88 YEARS IN PRINT DURING THESE TOUGH TIMES
On September 2nd, The Waynedale News celebrated its 88th year in print! Usually, we don’t make much of the historic
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RESCUING & PRESERVING THE WYNEKEN HOUSE
In 1998 the Indiana German Heritage Society was approached by a group from Adams County for help in saving the
Read MoreNATIONAL SENIOR CITIZENS DAY – Voice Of The Township
August 21 was named “National Senior Citizens Day” in 1988 by President Ronald Reagan and a joint resolution of Congress
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STUDENT EMILY FRANKS NAMED COCA-COLA LEADERS OF PROMISE SCHOLAR
Emily Franks from Ivy Tech Community College Fort Wayne is one of 207 Phi Theta Kappa members named a 2020
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FW MUSEUM OF ART PRESENTS POSING BEAUTY IN AFRICAN AMERICAN CULTURE
The Fort Wayne Museum of Art is pleased to open its fall exhibition season with the national traveling exhibition Posing
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EMBASSY PRESENTS B&W FILMS & FREE FILMS THROUGH AUGUST
In the midst of many canceled events during this time, the Embassy is thankful to have the ability to bring
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WHAT SHOULD YOU DO WITH AN INHERITANCE?
If you were to inherit a large sum of money, what would you do with it? The question may not
Read MoreRED CROSS CALLS FOR VOLUNTEERS IN FACE COVERING INITIATIVE
The Indiana Region of the American Red Cross is looking for people to help sew and distribute face coverings during
Read MorePUBLIC INVITED TO SUBMIT STORIES FOR “FACES OF THE FORT” PROJECT
Area residents are invited to submit stories that will help influence the creation of two Faces of the Fort murals.
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ALLEN COUNTY SPCA & H.O.P.E. FOR ANIMALS TO MERGE
It was recently announced, that effective January 1, 2021, Allen County SPCA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals)
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CELEBRATING UNCLE SAM – Around The Frame
A glorious 4th of July to all! What a great time for fun, food and fireworks with social distancing and
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WATCH “FEEL THE BEAT”… SKIP “TASTE THE NATION” – At The Movies With Kasey
I thought I was really scraping the bottom of the Netflix barrel when I agreed to watch Floor is Lava
Read MoreCOMMUNITIES THAT WORK TOGETHER, WIN TOGETHER
Freedom, independence, self-sufficiency: these are great and glorious concepts. We celebrate them this time of year, whether we process it
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TWO TO BE SELECTED FOR CIVIL RIGHTS / SOCIAL JUSTICE MURAL
The Fort Wayne Public Art Commission is inviting artists to submit their qualifications to design and paint one of two
Read MoreRECORD WEIGH-IN FOR SPRING GARBAGE COLLECTION
COVID-19 kept many residents at home this spring, and that’s believed to be the cause of a substantial increase in
Read MoreA FEW FOURTH FUN FANTASTIC FACTS
It’s the most patriotic time of the year, which means it’s time to stock up on beer, hot dogs, fireworks
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“MAKE ME A MASK” CONTEST
Face coverings are one of the most effective ways to contain the spread of COVID-19. That’s why 89.1 WBOI is
Read MoreALL WE NEED IS LOVE – Op Ed
With all the conflict and stresses happening throughout our local community, and in many other communities across the nation, even
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WE’RE UNDER CONSTRUCTION – Voice Of The Township
Normally at this time of year we would be transitioning from the school year to a summer of downtown festivals
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UNORTHODOX & SELF MADE TELL TRUE STORIES OF OVERCOMING STRUGGLES – At The Movies With Kasey
If you are wading through the sea of new content on Netflix, looking for something entertaining, but maybe a little
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VIRTUAL PROGRAMS BRING STATE PARKS TO YOUR HOME
Instead of working on the frontline at state parks these days, interpretive naturalists are working online. As a result, at-home
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FINDING URBAN WILDLIFE IN “CITY NATURE CHALLENGE”
As community science initiatives build momentum around the world, this year’s fourth annual City Nature Challenge will expand to more
Read MoreEarly Spring Events
FORT WAYNE SPORT CLUB GARAGE SALE When: Fri. March 13, 9-4 & Sat. March 14, 9-3 Where: Fort Wayne Sport
Read MoreSHOULD WE ‘BEWARE OF THE IDES OF MARCH’?
The month of March contains some events which to look forward, namely, St. Patrick’s Day on the 17th for those
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SPORT CLUB FISH FRY When: Fri. Feb. 28; 4:30-7p Where: Fort Wayne Sports Club, 3102 Ardmore Ave. 46802 Cost: $9
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MDA SHAMROCKS CAMPAIGN PARTNERS WITH LOCAL BUSINESSES
More than 200 Indiana convenience stores, restaurants, and businesses throughout the State of Indiana are raising funds to help transform
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ZERO TO HERO TRAINING When: Sat. Feb. 15, 9a-5p, Sun, Feb 16, 1-6p Where: American Red Cross–Indiana, 1212 E. California
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THE ARTISTRY OF AFRICAN-AMERICAN QUILT MAKERS – Around The Frame
As we celebrate Black History Month, I’m reminded of the artistry of African-American quilts and their makers. The tradition of
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MAJOR GREEN TAKES COMMAND IN HISTORIC ACHIEVEMENT
The 122nd Fighter Wing held an Assumption of Command ceremony on January 12, 2020 for the 122nd Communications Flight where
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‘JUST MERCY’ DELIVERS A DRAMATIC STORY AND COMPELLING MESSAGE – At The Movies With Kasey
Often in the current true crime boom, issues around criminal justice reform can get lost in all the stories about
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