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Many students intend to go to college but never enroll. IPS has a plan to help.
When Chantell Gilmore graduated from Arsenal Technical High School this spring, she thought the hard part was over. She already had committed to going to Purdue University Fort Wayne in the fall. But soon after the 18-year-old graduated, she started getting emails from Purdue about problems with her application and financial aid.
Loved ones danced through downtown Fort Wayne for New Orleans style funeral honoring local woman
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Instead of a traditional funeral, a Fort Wayne family celebrated the life of their late mother with a parade in the streets this past weekend. Janet Heffley was a first grade teacher at Fort Wayne Community Schools for 30 years, touching the lives of many.
Police seeking information regarding a vehicle theft incident
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) — Fort Wayne police are asking for the public’s help in identifying suspects in a vehicle theft incident. The incident occurred between 10 p.m. on July 23 and 3 a.m. on July 24 in the 7500 block of Haida Way in the Ravens Cove Addition.
Highs nearing 90º Wednesday with isolated thunderstorms
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Hard as it might be to believe, temperatures this month have averaged cooler than normal. Even so, some days, like today, managed to live up to July’s reputation in this part of the country: 80s, partly sunny, and humid. Over the next couple of...
Tracking daily showers and thunderstorms
Be sure to have the rain gear handy for the rest of the week! Daily scattered showers and thunderstorms are on the way. Showers and thunderstorms track across the region this week with highs topping out in the 80s. Showers and thunderstorms track across the region this week with highs...
A new fur-ever home, Humane Fort Wayne moving into new facility in September
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) — From breaking ground in June 2023 to calling a new place home in September 2024, Humane Fort Wayne is celebrating the grand opening of their new facility. Located at 901 Leesburg Road, the organization has been moving into the new building in phases. To...
Q&A with Last Fridays: A late-night event to meet Fort Wayne artists + friends
As a part-time bartender in Fort Wayne, Bonnie “BonJo” Andrews often meets people looking for interesting things to do on a whim late at night – other than go to more bars and restaurants. “I always wished there was a cool lounge or art gallery open late...
Getting to Know Christ Child Society
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Christ Child Society Fort Wayne is a nonprofit organization administered and staffed by all volunteers designed to meet the needs of children and their families in our community. We sit down with Geri Boyden and Debby Williams, of Christ Child Society to learn more about their organization and the good they do for the children in our community.
Hundreds of backpacks with school supplies to be given out Wednesday
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - As the upcoming school year approaches, hundreds of backpacks with school supplies are expected to be given out Wednesday afternoon. Chase’s Fort Wayne Community Manager will host financial health workshops and a back-to-school student and family event at its Southgate Pettit branch. Workshops will discuss the “the importance of budgeting and smart spending when preparing for back-to-school,”
WATCH LIVE: Hot and humid pattern with occasional rain chances next few days
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (21Alive) - It will be a partly cloudy and toasty day with highs in the upper 80s. On and off rain showers are likely over the next few days, but exact locations are still being determined. The bigger story will be the building heat with feel-like temperatures in the 90s at least through Thursday. First Alert Meteorologist Brian Barrett has the latest on what to expect in a digital update.
O’Leary, Saints march into new era of boys basketball
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – He was a Highlight Zone regular during his high school playing days, and now Brandon O’Leary is taking over the program he starred for years ago. A 2001 Bishop Dwenger grad, O’Leary was named the new head coach of the Saints boys basketball program back in late May. O’Leary has […]
Botanical Conservatory hosting 2nd annual ‘Roots Fest’
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — The Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory is preparing for its second year of “Roots Fest,” which brings in unique music genres to the Summit City. The event will take place on Friday and Saturday. Bands and musicians across the region are featured throughout the...
City officials to hold public info meeting on Pufferbelly Trail expansion
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - The public is invited to attend an open house next week to learn more about the Pufferbelly Trail expansion. Fort Wayne city officials will share the concept for the Vann Family Crossing pedestrian bridge that is set to be constructed over Coliseum Boulevard/State Road 930. Construction is set to begin in 2026 if additional funding is secured.
Ohio helping farmers keep water sources clean
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — The state is putting millions of dollars into ensuring clean water in Ohio. A program called H2Ohio is expanding and hoping to reach across the entire state, meaning wetland, water and sewer projects, and making farming more sustainable. What farmers are doing at farms involved in the program is work that […]
Ohio Democratic Party launches hotline for voters' questions
With less than 100 days until the November general election, a new campaign is trying to help answer questions voters may have before they head to the polls. The Ohio Democratic Party’s Organizing for Ohio Coordinate Campaign has launched a new hotline to answer questions residents may have about registering to vote and requesting an absentee ballot. They will also respond to concerns regarding polling locations. “The Organizing for Ohio Coordinated Campaign is fighting to make sure the voices of all Ohioans are heard on Election Day,” Mariah Gould, the director of the campaign, wrote in a statement. “We already have an unprecedented grassroots operation on the ground engaging with voters in communities across Ohio, and the voter assistance hotline is a critical tool to make sure Ohioans have the support they need before casting their vote this fall.” Ohio voters can reach the hotline by calling 844-644-8683, or 844-OHI-VOTE. The hotline is available 24 hours a day.
Twenty years ago, arguably the most dominant team in northeast Indiana history rolled through the SAC
When debating best teams in history in a given sport, no matter the level of competition, one of the unsaid prerequisites is usually a state, national or league championship. To many, that signifies the basis of what a top team is – the only team left standing at the conclusion of a season.
Town of Monroe passes three ordinances, closes coop on roosters
At their July meeting, the town of Monroe passed three new ordinances that affect any resident within the town’s limits. These new regulations, presented by Town Attorney Clayton Lengrich and all passed in a 3-0 vote, included the following:. Ord. 2024-9: ordinance to rescind Ord. 2024-2 in establishing standards...
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