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Wabash woman installed as Indiana American Legion Auxiliary state president
For the first time in more than 100 years, Wabash is home to the new president of the American Legion Auxiliary Department of Indiana. Roxanna “Roxy” Stoner received the oath of office on Sunday, July 14, during a ceremony at the Marriott East Hotel in Indianapolis. She represents Wabash American Legion Auxiliary Unit 15.
Nursing homes report payment disruption under managed care
(INDIANA CAPITAL CHRONICLE) — Jeff Huffman and other nursing home operators in the state say they haven’t been paid for their work since the state transitioned to managed care for certain Medicaid services on July 1 — marking two weeks in limbo for providers in the PathWays to Aging program. “Basically, we rely on Medicaid reimbursements to keep our […]
Fort Wayne city councilmembers call out Allen County Commissioners over declining public safety
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) -- Rising ambulance response times and declining numbers of paramedics are putting Fort Wayne residents at risk. Meanwhile, the group working to solve those problems are frustrated public officials who are not talking to each other. "The bickering between city and county officials is putting every...
‘We’re not writing checks:’ Commissioners respond to TRAA allegations, mismanagement
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — In the aftermath of three members of Fort Wayne City Council calling out the Allen County Board of Commissioners for their alleged lack of action regarding the Three Rivers Ambulance Authority’s (TRAA) ongoing woes, one county commissioner spoke out against many of the comments he deemed as “not accurate,” shortly after the comments were made on Thursday.
Fort Wayne Trails debuts accessible trails map
Fort Wayne Trails announced a partnership with AWS Foundation last week to create accessible trail maps, ensuring everyone can more easily navigate the Allen County trails, regardless of age or ability. The maps divide the county in four quadrants, providing detailed information about the trails in that area. They also...
McDonald’s hosts fundraiser to cover cost of employee funeral who died in crash
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – Friday, McDonald’s employees at the South Anthony location are raising money to support the family of one of their own, who died in a car crash. 29-year-old Fernando Pizano and 32-year-old Mayra Vivar, died in a crash on Fort Wayne’s south side early morning on July 6.
Fort Wayne gets $5 million to complete Pufferbelly Trail over Coliseum Blvd
The City of Fort Wayne got closer to the funding it needs to fully complete the Pufferbelly Trail Thursday. Local businessman Jim Vann, who was once a shareholder and the chairperson of Rea Magnet Wire, announced he is giving the city a gift of $5 million from his family’s foundation to help finish the trail.
Urban League debuts mom-led initiative to improve police-community relations
The Fort Wayne Urban League announced an initiative Thursday to get families involved in training and interacting with police in the community. The initiative, called ‘Mothers for the Movement – every child home alive’ looks to develop training and language to educate youth about interacting with police and also create opportunities for local police officers to interact with the communities they serve.
Late artist’s legacy to continue through downtown Fort Wayne sculpture
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - ‘Every painting that you do, your whole life is involved in its creation.’ - Jody Hemphill Smith. Fort Wayne artist Jody Hemphill Smith passed away in October of 2023; however, her legacy as a world-renowned artist continues to be recognized by the Fort Wayne community.
LAWSUIT: ‘Forever chemicals’ contaminated Fort Wayne wastewater
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – They are found in everything from upholstery and carpet cleaners to cosmetics, waterproof clothes and shoes as well as dental floss and foam used to suppress fires. They’ve been manufactured for decades, since at least the 1940s. And for decades they’ve been contaminating...
Purdue Fort Wayne women's basketball team gears up for trip to Italy
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - The Mastodons will have some exciting stories to tell by the end of this off-season. The Purdue Fort Wayne women’s basketball team heads to Italy later this month, as part of a summer course studying Italian culture. During the trip, the Mastodons will also...
Apartment applications now open for The Pearl
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Those looking for a downtown apartment now have a new option at The Pearl. The Pearl will feature 76 apartments, five live-work units, almost 13,000 square feet of commercial space and a 300-person event space. A target move-in date has been set for mid to late September.
Fort Wayne FC looks to find success, avenge last year’s loss in playoffs
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - After a season of hard work, Tiago Dias can call himself a two-time division champion with Fort Wayne FC. “Feels amazing, especially to win it back-to-back, and to have the pleasure to do this with this team is always amazing,” said Dias, the Fort Wayne FC defender.
9th Annual Three Rivers Federal Credit Union: Pedal, Paddle, Play
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Northeast Indiana Water Trails invites the public to Promenade Park on July 20th, 2024, for their 9th annual Three Rivers Federal Credit Union: Pedal, Paddle, Play event. Participants will pedal or paddle on the trails to complete a family-friendly scavenger hunt and earn chances to win prizes.
‘They’ve been a lifeline for us’: Couple finds community in Fort Wayne while battling cancer together
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Robert and Melody Pate were diagnosed with cancer at the same time. The couple got married in January of 2022. After Robert received a job offer, they decided to move to Fort Wayne. “And we lived it up in Fort Wayne that first year,” Melody...
Fort Wayne man found guilty in brother’s February slaying
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Jurors found a 19-year-old Fort Wayne man guilty of the February murder of his brother Thursday afternoon. COURT DOCS: Man accused of fatally shooting, stabbing man last month was his brother. Leland Hairston was found guilty of murder in connection to the death of his...
Sechler’s Pickles looks back at company’s history, festival it inspired
ST. JOE, Ind. (WANE) — On Thursday, the St. Joe community kicked off the first day of the town’s annual pickle-themed festival. This year marks the 28th rendition of the festival, which has grown from a celebration of the company that inspired it to a full-fledged community gathering.
Comfortable conditions extend into Friday, the weekend
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - The differences weather-wise between today and yesterday are stark in numerous ways: lower humidity, cooler temperatures, and abundant sunshine! This trend will continue into Friday, though it is expected to be a couple of degrees cooler. Tonight will be seasonably cool with mostly clear skies...
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