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Local politicians weigh in on Biden endorsing Harris
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) -- Indiana politicians are reacting to the news of President Joe Biden’s exit from the 2024 election Monday. Democrats say Biden is a good leader, and his choice to step out of the race is selfless. "I am in awe of his ability to think...
$5M gift to help fund elevated walkway over busy Fort Wayne boulevard
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WISH) — A nonprofit foundation donated $5 million for the construction of a pedestrian bridge over the busy Coliseum Boulevard for the the Pufferbelly Trail in Fort Wayne, the city government announced Monday. Jim Vann of the Vann Family Foundation was a former shareholder and chairperson of Rea Magnet Wire in Fort […]
Parents reminded of changes for Rome City Schools
-News Release- The Rome City School Board is reminding parents about two important changes as they get ready for the 2024-2025 school year. Rome City Schools is switching from PowerSchool to Infinite Campus for their student information system and all students will be required to register for school this year by filling out a paper registration packet.
FWCS: Phone pouches approved for upcoming school year
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - A few months ago Fort Wayne Community Schools tested Yondr phone pouches to reduce distractions in schools. At Monday’s board meeting, board members voted on whether or not the district would adopt them for the upcoming school year. “We did see a difference in...
NACS timeline for Middle School, Admin building, and Carroll High School
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — At Monday night’s school board meeting, the Northwest Allen County Schools board offered updates on multiple construction projects involving Willow Creek Middle School, Carroll High School, and the NACS Administration Center. External construction is underway at NACS Administration Center. The center will offer...
Newly minted VP nominee Vance coming to Fort Wayne
GOP Vice Presidential nominee J.D. Vance is coming to Fort Wayne next week for a fundraiser, Allen County Republican Party Chairman Steve Shine confirmed Thursday. Details for the Wednesday event are still being worked out, but Third District Congressman Jim Banks will also be in attendance. “It’s an honor for...
Thunderbirds to headline 2025 Fort Wayne Air Show
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (ADAMS) – The Fort Wayne Air Show today confirmed the show will return July 12-13, 2025 with the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds as the headline performers at the Fort Wayne Air National Guard Base. The following was released:. Although general admission to the show is free,...
City to hold public meeting about North Clinton Street improvements
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Fort Wayne officials are inviting the residents to attend a public meeting about the North Clinton Street Improvements Project. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss a roadway that can “effectively accommodate future traffic volumes and operate at an acceptable level of service during the design year of 2048, and to increase connectivity of pedestrian facilities.” The meeting will answer questions about the project location and anticipated schedule.
July 23, 2024 | How to celebrate Local Food Week • A big trail project coming soon • A shop for vintage, decor + more!
July 16, 2024 | Broadway businesses win parking lot dispute • Citilink's new hybrid-electric buses • Try viet coffees at Banh Mi. July 9, 2024 | Allen County Jail lawsuit proceeds to tax court • A second Powers Hamburgers? • Must-attend events at Three Rivers Festival.
FWCS expands cell phone pouch policy; welcomes new principal
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — The Fort Wayne Community Schools (FWCS) Board voted in favor of the expansion of the Yondr cell phone pouch program after seeing success in pilot schools. Monday at the FWCS Board Meeting, all members of the board, except two, voted in favor of expanding...
Rome City Commission votes to lower millage rate
The Rome City Commission voted Monday to adopt the 2024 millage rate. For city maintenance and operations, the rate was lowered from 7.8 down to 7.75. For city capital, the rate is proposed at 1.75 from 1.8. The rate for Rome City Schools would go from 16.85 to 16.75. I...
TRAFFIC ALERT: Section of Fairfield Avenue to experience traffic delays for maintenance work
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - The City of Fort Wayne shares that maintenance work on a section of Fairfield Avenue may cause traffic delays for the beginning half of the week. From Monday, July 22 to Wednesday, July 24, City of Fort Wayne Utilities will be repairing stormwater manholes on Fairfield Avenue between Lavina and Bass Streets.
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