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Cities with the most expensive homes in the Fort Wayne metro area
Stacker compiled a list of cities with the most expensive homes in the Fort Wayne metro area using data from Zillow. Originally published on stacker.com, part of the BLOX Digital Content Exchange.
Warsaw Community Public Library — Library Unveils Updated Website
WARSAW — This week, Warsaw Community Public Library launched an updated website designed to provide a more user-friendly experience. Our new site makes finding what you’re looking for easier than ever. We hope you take a moment to check out the changes for yourself, but here are some highlights you won’t want to miss.
Partly cloudy Saturday with temps on the rise
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) -- Temperatures ramp up this weekend ahead of a sweaty week. Saturday sees a mix of sun and clouds, with heat and humidity on the rise. High temperatures peak in the mid 80s tomorrow, with dew point values in the mid 60s. We are also warmer...
City, ex-FWPD officer appeal jury decision in federal excessive force lawsuit
he city and Boyce Ballinger, the police officer at the center of an excessive use of force case during the downtown 2020 protests, are appealing a jury’s July verdict that awarded a man $80,000.
Iwo Jima groundbreaking held on August 19
A groundbreaking was held for the new Iwo Jima Memorial on Monday, August 19 at Memorial Park. Shown on the front row from left are Joseph Bentz, Patriot Excavating; Terry Thornsbury, Viridian Architectural Design, Inc.; Beth and Christopher Shortridge, fundraising organizers; Dan and Barb Drummond, Huntington Sheet Metal; Satin Lemon, volunteer; Seth Marshall, volunteer; Robb Fults, ACB General Contractors; Diann Parker, volunteer and Tim Eckert, Veterans Service Officer. Back row, Rick Stump, Viridian Architectural Design, Inc.; Mayor Richard Strick, Adam Cuttriss, City of Huntington, Steven Yoder, Huntington Parks & Recreation Department; Brett Hoopingarner, and Mark Parker, both volunteers.
Getting a Closer Look at UniqueLee Creations
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - UniqueLee Creations was founded by Jillian Lee in 2018 when Jillian saw a need for more variety to fit her personality when shopping online. UniqueLee Creations is dedicated to “giving you no option but to stand out feeling Unique.” Having started with phone cases, Jillian has now expanded to offering bling rhinestones wholesale to crafters, make-up artists, etc., and blinged-out apparel, some of which have landed up on some fairly famous feet.
Eight80Eight's 2024 Fall Line
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Eight80Eight is a brand rooted in creativity and innovation, born out of passion for the streetwear culture. The name itself, “Eight80Eight,” signifies a dedication to originality, with each “8” symbolizing the infinite possibilities. Our INsight team was visited by Eight80Eight Clothing...
Getting to Know KaAn’s Designs
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Our INsight team had the opportunity to chat with the owner of KaAn’s Designs, Ashley Green, about the viral brand that has earned its place on Oprah’s list twice. The Mission behind KaAn’s designs is simply: “Get in the Picture.” By creating a...
May 2016 shooting suspect found guilty
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) — A man accused of a deadly 2016 shooting has been found guilty. Michael A. Harding II, 25, was arrested on June 5, 2023 during a traffic stop at the intersection of Lima Road and West Coliseum Boulevard for his connection with a May 18, 2016 shooting.
Man sentenced for rioting with skateboard during 2020 protests in downtown Fort Wayne
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – A Fort Wayne man who wielded a skateboard and caused damage at properties downtown during 2020 protests was sentenced Friday. Austin Chaney-Kulp was handed 120 days in prison for rioting charges levied against him in 2020, amid the protests that followed the death of George Floyd. He was given jail credit for two of those days.
Learning About the Vera Bradley Foundation
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - The Vera Bradley Foundation is a non-profit fundraising organization based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, at the Vera Bradley headquarters. The team at the Vera Bradley Foundation Center for Breast Cancer Research at the Indiana University School of Medicine collaborates with researchers and leads clinical trials nationwide.
The health systems investing in ASCs
Here are four health system moves in the ASC market in the last week, as reported by Becker's since Aug. 16:. 1. Winston-Salem, N.C.-based Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist submitted a certificate of need to construct a $25.1 million ASC. 2. Fort Wayne, Ind.-based Parkview Health broke ground on an...
OTH PRESEASON POWER POLL: No. 1 Snider Panthers
For most programs, returning just a pair of offensive starters and being bumped up to Class 6A would be cause for some trepidation entering the season. But this is Snider, where challenges are mere obstacles to overcome. The Panthers open the season No. 1 in our area power poll, partly...
New store going in at former Jamison Meats location
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - A new store will be taking over the former Jamison Meats location at the Time Corners Shopping Center. Dollar Tree will soon be at the 5904 W Jefferson Blvd. location. For a full list of Dollar Tree locations in Fort Wayne, click here. Jamison Meats...
Local High School Student Recognized For Excellence At National Guard Basic Training
Indiana Army National Guard Pvt. Jose Lopez, 18, of Warsaw, did so well at basic training over the summer that he received an honor no one else did. The Warsaw Community High School senior went to basic training June 10 at Fort Sill, Okla. Sgt. Brandon Fraser said when Lopez...
Feed My Starving Children Set For Oct. 21-24
Warsaw’s seventh Feed My Starving Children event is set for October. Feed My Starving Children is a Christian nonprofit organization founded in 1987 that provides nutritionally complete meals for malnourished children. The meals include rice, vegetables, soy and vitamins, specifically formulated to alleviate malnutrition. The MobilePack event is an opportunity for the community to come together and pack these meals.
Sidney Town Council Discusses Budget At Special Meeting
SIDNEY — The Sidney Town Council discussed the 2025 budget at a special meeting on Thursday. The purpose of this meeting was to review the financials and costs for the upcoming year. Nothing was voted on or implemented at this meeting. Council discussed that costs are set to increase...
Wawasee South Is New Trail Expansion For Syracuse-Wawasee Trails
SYRACUSE — The Wawasee South capital campaign by the Syracuse-Wawasee Trails is underway. Announced Thursday evening, Aug. 22, at the trails’ 20th Anniversary Event, Wawasee South will start at Grandview Drive and go 2.2 miles south to Wawasee Middle School. But the evening was not just about announcing...
US Education secretary to launch back-to-school bus tour that includes swing states
WASHINGTON (INDIANA CAPITAL CHRONICLE) — U.S. Education Secretary Miguel Cardona said Thursday he is launching a “2024 Back to School Bus Tour” in early September that will include stops in multiple battleground states across the United States as he and other Biden administration officials highlight their work in investing in public education. While not a […]
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