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Tincaps announce Carlos Gomez for Home Run Derby X
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) -- The Fort Wayne Tincaps announced Thursday that 2-time MLB All-Star Carlos Gomez will appear at Parkview Field as a part of the MLB's Home Run Derby X event on August 10th. Additionally, the Tincaps announced that World Series Champion Jonny Gomes will also be in...
Get out this weekend to explore a cave, fish or learn about butterflies and how to ID trees
The weather this weekend looks like a mixed bag of sunshine and rain, but that shouldn't stop you from getting out and exploring the varied wonders of Indiana's state parks. Weekend activities include hikes, fishing and programs on tree identification and butterflies. Saturday looks like the best bet, with high temperatures in the...
New biotech $49 million hub could generate thousands of jobs, provide mobile cancer screening
More details have been revealed about a new biohealth technology hub that is projected to generate around 141,000 jobs over 10 years — with most of those positions likely to be in supply-chain and service industries, even restaurants, that benefit from economic growth. Eighteen public and private entities, including Medical College of Wisconsin and Milwaukee Area Technical College, are slated to share $49 million in federal funding for the biohealth hub centered on personalized medicine, an...
Indiana Landmarks names new southwestern office director
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Indiana Landmarks has named a new director for the Southwest Field Office in Evansville. Indiana Landmarks announced that Stephanie Richard has joined the organization as director of its Southwest Field Office in Evansville. She’ll oversee the preservation nonprofit’s work to save historic places and revitalize communities in six southwestern Indiana counties, […]
Indiana Gubernatorial Candidates to take part in live debate
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- Three candidates for Indiana’s Gubernatorial race have agreed to take part in a live debate. The Indiana Debate Commission says that republican Mike Braun will join democrat Jennifer McCormick and libertarian Donald Rainwater for a live debate on October 24. The debate will be live-streamed on the Indiana Debate Commission’s website, and […]
Interra Credit Union & Bluffton Motor Works/Franklin Electric Employees’ Credit Union Announce Intent To Merge
Interra Credit Union and Bluffton Motor Works/Franklin Electric Employees’ Credit Union (BLMW/FEECU) have announced their intent to merge, subject to regulatory and member approvals. As part of these efforts, BLMW/FEECU will operate under the Interra Credit Union brand. This merger brings several advantages, according to a provided news release,...
Indiana Law Enforcement Warns of Latest Phone Scam
Another Day. Another Scam. It seems the more technologically advanced we get as a society, the easier it becomes for those with ill intent to prey on their victims and the latest warning from one Indiana law enforcement agencies in and around Evansville are alerting residents to the latest scam.
Countdown to Kickoff 2024: Leo Lions' seniors excited for one more ride after semi-state run
LEO, Ind. (WFFT) - Just three Northeast Indiana teams made runs to semi-state during the 2023 season. Among them: the Leo Lions. Leo's fourth quarter comeback attempt against NorthWood fell short, but now this year's group of seniors are itching to get back there again. "Last year we went to...
Blessings in a Backpack handing out 700 backpacks of food for children
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) — Blessings in a Backpack’s Summer Feeding Program is coming to an end on Friday. The program, focused on distributing food to children through age 18, will provide their final food distributions on Friday at 11 a.m. in a backpack. Eight Allen County Public...
ACPL brings inclusive book collection to Fort Wayne Pride Fest
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - The Fort Wayne Pride Fest is happening at Headwaters Park on Friday and Saturday. The Allen County Public Library (ACPL) will be there with an inclusive book collection as part of the event’s nonprofit resource fair. The largest celebration for the LGBTQ+ community in...
Crossover pipe replacements causing road closure
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) — A section of Hessen Cassel Road will be closed starting Monday. Crossover pipe replacements will result in a full road closure between U.S. 27 and Maples Road. Replacements are expected to take until Aug. 16 at 5 p.m.
Weather pattern will turn hotter and more humid by the end of the weekend
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Tonight will be another pleasant summer night with lows in the mid 50s. Saturday promises to slightly warmer conditions (closer to the mid 80s versus low 80s), but the humidity should remain in check!. Sunday is where the overall weather pattern changes, and in a...
Fort Wayne magazine August 2024
Allen County Democratic Party precinct chairs voted to elect Sharon Tucker to fill the mayoral vacancy left in the wake of Mayor Tom Henry’s passing. While many people know of Sharon Tucker, fewer people know about Sharon Tucker. The community deserves to know more about who is serving their needs from the office of Mayor in the second largest city in Indiana. The following is not an endorsement or a critique of what will happen over the next three years in office. It is simply an introduction from those who know her, work with her, compete with her and serve with her so everyone else can effectively do the same moving forward. We’re all in this together. Read about Mayor Tucker and more in our online issue here.
Wine & Beer Festival at Parkview Field supports Junior Achievement
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – Friday, the drinks will be flowing at Parkview Field during a fundraiser for Junior Achievement (JA). Hoosier businesses are bringing samples of wine, beer and spirits to the JA Wine & Beer Festival. Proceeds benefit the organization that educates young people on how to be economically successful as they transition into adulthood.
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