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What Happening Wednesday: Weekend Events Happening In Fort Wayne July 19-July21 2024
Exciting weekend ahead in Fort Wayne! Check out the Indiana Vantage Market with over 50 vintage-styled vendors, the Lawton Park car show, and Artlink art supply resale for all your artistic needs. Don't miss out on these fantastic events happening in our city.
What we can VERIFY about the Maumee sewer line connections ordinance
MAUMEE, Ohio — Since it became a law on June 17, residents in Maumee have been raising questions and concerns about ordinance 20-2024, both online and in-person, to city officials about what it means for their wallets and futures. One of the hot-button questions has been "Do I have...
AVCA recognizes NE Indiana volleyball programs for academic excellence
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) -- The American Volleyball Coaches Association recognized multiple NE Indiana volleyball teams for their academic success this past year. The organization honored several high school and college programs throughout the country Wednesday with Team Academic awards. The awards celebrate volleyball teams that maintain a 3.30 cumulative...
Mathison talks to FOX 55 about being drafted
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) -- Former Indiana Hoosiers and Homestead Spartans baseball star Carter Mathison is headed to the Philadelphia Phillies organization. The Phillies drafted Mathison 162nd overall during the 5th round of the 2024 MLB Draft. As a freshman, Mathison broke Indiana’s freshman home run record with 19 homers...
Jennifer McCormick (D) holds town hall meeting in Fort Wayne
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Jennifer McCormick, Indiana’s Democratic candidate for governor, held a town hall meeting in Fort Wayne on Wednesday. During the town hall meeting at the Allen County Public Library, McCormick focused on reproductive rights and freedoms for Hoosiers, sharing what she would do if elected as Indiana’s governor.
Petition with over 4K signatures presented to city leaders; local groups demand action following OIS
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A local organization was at the Dayton city commission meeting Wednesday night, seeking answers after an officer shot and killed a 16-year-old back in June. Ohio Families Unite Against Police Brutality brought a petition with over 4,000 signatures to Dayton City Council. The group demands several actions including the turning over […]
City of Fort Wayne holds public meeting for Leesburg Road Extension Project
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - On Wednesday, the City of Fort Wayne held a public meeting at the VFW Post 857 for the Leesburg Road Extension Project. During the public meeting, the City of Fort Wayne invited the public to view plans for the Leesburg Road Extension Project, including renderings of and timelines for the roundabout and accompanying Wounded Veterans Memorial Monument.
Nothing Bundt Cakes holds grand opening for second Fort Wayne location
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - On Wednesday, Fort Wayne native Jennifer Henricks opened a second Nothing Bundt Cakes location in her hometown. Fort Wayne’s newest Nothing Bundt Cakes will now be open at Apple Glen Crossing daily during the following times:. Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Indiana man sentenced to 15 months for threats to kill pro-Israel government officials
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WISH) — An Indiana man was sentenced to 15 months in prison after pleading guilty to threatening to kill pro-Israel officials in the United States, the U.S. Department of Justice says. Police say Jeffrey J. Stevens, 42, of Fort Wayne, sent multiple threats to Fort Wayne Police Department. He posted other threats […]
In the Archives: 1984 TRF Raft Race among other classic events
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — Three Rivers Festival. The name itself points toward Fort Wayne’s most iconic natural features: the St. Joseph, St. Marys and Maumee rivers. The event still fills up the space around the rivers and still utilizes the water for its aquatic scavenger hunt, “Pedal, Paddle, Play,” but the festival’s most iconic event has not been on the rivers in a decade.
17-year-old arrested for attempted murder in Fort Wayne
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WISH) — Officers with the Fort Wayne Police Department arrested a 17-year-old juvenile for attempted murder on Wednesday morning. At 11:04 a.m. Wednesday, Fort Wayne officers arrested a 17-year-old juvenile in connection to a shooting that occurred at 12:37 a.m. Sunday in the 4600 block of Glenmary Drive. That is a residential […]
Billy's Restaurant in Fremont has a new owner, and a familiar face as manager
Billy’s Restaurant, serving customers for more than 35 years, has a new owner. After facing some challenges in the past two years, the restaurant at 413 W. State St. in Fremont has undergone a change in ownership and management. The new owner has brought in some familiar faces to create a fresh start. ...
Temporary Powers Hamburgers location at Electric Works now open
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - A second temporary Powers Hamburgers location is now open. In late June, Powers Hamburgers Harrison Street location caught fire. While work is being completed to repair fire damage, Powers Hamburgers has been operating from a food truck next to its Harrison Street restaurant, open from 10 a.m. to at least 11 p.m. every day except Sunday.
Fremont business owner wrongly arrested
FREMONT, Ohio (WTVG) - A Fremont business owner was arrested and taken to jail in a case of mistaken identity Friday. The Fremont Police Department has launched an internal investigation. Body cam video shows Fremont police officers going into Darnell McCloud’s restaurant and arresting him. “I have some bad...
11 Investigates: Owners of rundown mobile home park near downtown have not made a tax payment since 2022 purchase
TOLEDO, Ohio — The owners of a rundown, dilapidated mobile home park within sight of downtown have not made a tax payment to the county since purchasing the property in 2022. On Wednesday, days after 11 Investigates highlighted multiple issues at Riverside Mobile Home Estates, a judge vacated his...
Four US Automation Companies Unite Under One Brand - HAHN Automation Group US
The HAHN Automation Group US is bringing the power of four well-known automation companies - Invotec, HAHN Automation, REI Automation, and HAHN Plastics - together. MIAMISBURG, OH / ACCESSWIRE / July 16, 2024 / This transition signifies more than just a merger. With 30+ years in business, it marks the beginning of a unified approach in the US as well as the group's 22 global locations.
Slow progress halted by roof issue at former Great Eastern shopping center
Northwood city officials continue to try to stop work on a shopping center from going south. At the July 11 council meeting, Administrator Kevin Laughlin said there seems to be crisis after crisis at the former Great Eastern shopping center on Woodville Road, which has been in disrepair for years. On July 5, Zoning Inspector Amy Stribny called him and told him the roofs were missing on some of the suites in the shopping center, now called Northwood Commons, Mr. Laughlin said. “She was worried about the structural soundness of the units,” he said, adding that they contacted county building inspection. “They didn’t have building permits, they didn’t have zoning permits, anything to do the the work. And it’s not just the roofs, on several of the units, they’ve actually built walls — they’ve created office spaces and things like that without the proper authorization.”
The Fair Housing Center to Host Community Listening Sessions to Address Barriers to Fair Housing Choice
TOLEDO, OH. – The Fair Housing Center is excited to announce a series of community listening sessions aimed at identifying and addressing barriers to fair housing choice. We invite all residents and community leaders to participate in these sessions, share their experiences, and help shape the future of fair housing in our community.
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