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ACPL expands Maker Labs after a successful decade of serving Allen County
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) - The Allen County Public Library (ACPL) is celebrating a decade of providing hands-on learning opportunities to the residents in the area, creating movement for future expansion. Through the ACPL Maker Labs, the Library said it has created a space for those in Allen County to...
Blaker hired as new Southern Wells football coach
It’s a new era for Southern Wells High School football. Southern Wells Athletic Director Todd Thieme has confirmed that the school has selected Blake Blaker to become the Raiders’ new head football coach. Blaker, 29, will be a first-time head coach after serving in coordinator and junior varsity...
Fort Wayne Police unveil newest watercraft unit
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) - Just in time for the fourth of July, the Fort Wayne Police Department (FWPD) has revealed its newest device to protect and serve the people of Allen County. The FWPD encourages residents to look out to see the boat unit out cruising the river.
Willshire Days pioneer still attends festival
WILLSHIRE—It was 60 years ago in 1964 when Willshire resident, Farrel Krall, as an active member of the Willshire Lions Club, chartered the first Willshire Days event. Since then, with the exception of one year when there was a major St. Marys River flood, Willshire Days has continued to celebrate the small western Van Wert County community.
Monday's deadly crash victim identified
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) — The motorist in a deadly Monday crash has been identified. The crash occurred at South Clinton and East Brackenridge streets at 6:51 p.m. The Allen County Coroner’s Office identified Fort Wayne resident Brian Michael Scott Cook, 21, as the deceased motorist. The Allen...
Fire consumes Tractor on the east side of Fort Wayne
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) - A tractor went ablaze while tending the fields of eastern Fort Wayne this evening. Witnesses sent in photos while Allen County Dispatch confirmed the details of the fire to FOX55. Dispatch said a tractor in the fields of Jefferson Park Township, near Webster Road, went...
Blackhawk Christian forward Pickett picks Wright State
On Tuesday, Blackhawk Christian forward Kellen Pickett took to his social media to announce he has committed to playing basketball at Wright State. Blackhawk Christian forward Pickett picks Wright State. On Tuesday, Blackhawk Christian forward Kellen Pickett took to his social media to announce he has committed to playing basketball...
Huntington Senior Expo draws a crowd
HUNTINGTON — The Huntington Council on Aging Senior Expo was successful Thursday drawing well over 1,000 attendees, including those from adjacent counties, according to Expo Coordinator/Assistant Director of the Council, Dick Murray. One vendor commented that it was worth the cost to participate, because the money goes toward the...
How to keep your pets safe on July 4th
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - July 4th approaching means plenty of fireworks and celebrations, but loud noise and booming can be a real problem for our pets. Most people look forward to being outside, maybe at a barbecue and enjoying some fireworks at night. But for many pets, their reaction is quite the opposite.
Fort Wayne United teams prepare for first ever trip to USYS Nationals
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - A pair of soccer teams at Fort Wayne United have already made program history. The organization’s U16 and U19 girls teams have both made it to the United States Youth Soccer National Championship Finals. Before this year, none of Fort Wayne’s teams (boys or...
Fort Wayne man, woman accused of using fake checks, names to steal vehicles
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — A Fort Wayne man and woman are both facing felony theft charges after reportedly using fake checks and false names to steal expensive cars, according to Allen Superior Court documents. Jeffery Rogan, 34, and Amanda Mateen, 49, each face a Level 5 felony theft...
Family of 4-year-old girl meets organ recipient from New York
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - A 4-year-old girl from Fort Wayne tragically died after she was found unresponsive in an Evansville apartment. 21Alive reporter Emilia Miles found out she donated her organs and the recipient of her kidneys found her family on social media. An honor walk was held for...
TinCaps catcher Salas to play in Futures Game
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - For the third straight year, an active TinCaps player will head to the MLB All-Star Futures Game. Fort Wayne catcher Ethan Salas has gotten picked to play in this year’s game. The Futures Game features some of the top prospects throughout all of Minor League Baseball.
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