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‘A Carpenter’s Prayer’ Feature Film Coming to Theaters
A Carpenter’s Prayer, formerly known as Wayfaring Stranger, is the first feature film from Huntington University and Forester Film LLC — and it could be coming to a movie theater near you! The film's distributor is making arrangements for showings in theaters around the United States, and they want to hear from you about where the film should go next. Learn more about how to request to see A Carpenter’s Prayer in your local theater here (use the "demand" form to submit your zip code). If you haven't had a chance to see this film yet, now is an excellent chance to bring it directly to your community.
Fort Wayne Trails debuts accessible trails map
Fort Wayne Trails announced a partnership with AWS Foundation last week to create accessible trail maps, ensuring everyone can more easily navigate the Allen County trails, regardless of age or ability. The maps divide the county in four quadrants, providing detailed information about the trails in that area. They also...
Man handed two years in 2023 Glenbrook Square shooting
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - A 28-year-old Fort Wayne man convicted of shooting a man inside Glenbrook Square mall in July of 2023 has been sentenced. Court documents say Gregory Normil shot a man in the leg inside the mall’s H&M store on July 8, 2023. Normil told police he and the victim got into an argument where the victim allegedly threatened to kill Normil and his kids “multiple times”, documents say.
McDonald’s hosts fundraiser to cover cost of employee funeral who died in crash
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – Friday, McDonald’s employees at the South Anthony location are raising money to support the family of one of their own, who died in a car crash. 29-year-old Fernando Pizano and 32-year-old Mayra Vivar, died in a crash on Fort Wayne’s south side early morning on July 6.
‘They’ve been a lifeline for us’: Couple finds community in Fort Wayne while battling cancer together
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Robert and Melody Pate were diagnosed with cancer at the same time. The couple got married in January of 2022. After Robert received a job offer, they decided to move to Fort Wayne. “And we lived it up in Fort Wayne that first year,” Melody...
Man arrested for child molesting, faces six felony charges
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) — A man was arrested Thursday and faces six felony charges for molesting a girl. Mynor Oswaldo Esquite, 38, was reported by the girl to the Fort Wayne Police Operations Center. She told police that Esquite sexually abused her and videotaped the actions. Police say...
YMCA’s Group EX on the Go Classes
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - The YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne has been serving the community since the 1850’s; the YMCA offers state-of-the-art workout facilities, pools, plus thousands of group exercise classes which are included with your monthly membership fee. We are visited by Lou Cucinelli Director of Marketing,...
Bishop Dwenger football hones skills at sunrise summer practices
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Jason Garrett started up a new tradition when he took over the Bishop Dwenger football program, assembling his team for off-season work at the break of dawn. The Saints gather throughout the summer, starting their days on the turf at Shields Field, bright and early...
Humane Fort Wayne - National Adoption Week
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - We are visited by Melissa Gibson of Humane Fort Wayne with not one but TWO puppies today. The National Adoption Week Event is this Saturday from 12p until 3p at the PetSmart on Lima Road; the shelter will be closed Saturday for the event. Humane...
Bobby McGee’s Good Times Pub
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Our team heads out to Bobby McGee’s Good Time Pub to check out their $5 Lunch Menu and learn more about their current Value Vault deal. Bobby McGee’s Good Time Pub is located at 5629 Saint Joe Road, Fort Wayne, IN and they can be reached at (260) 444-2620.
Fort Wayne man found guilty in brother’s February slaying
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Jurors found a 19-year-old Fort Wayne man guilty of the February murder of his brother Thursday afternoon. COURT DOCS: Man accused of fatally shooting, stabbing man last month was his brother. Leland Hairston was found guilty of murder in connection to the death of his...
Work on broken outfall is underway
Fleming Excavating has begun work on making major repairs to an outfall along the St. Marys River in Decatur. The broken outfall, caused by up to 10 feet of erosion on the river bank, has become a major source of concern for city officials. The inoperable mechanism pumps overflow water...
Comfortable conditions extend into Friday, the weekend
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - The differences weather-wise between today and yesterday are stark in numerous ways: lower humidity, cooler temperatures, and abundant sunshine! This trend will continue into Friday, though it is expected to be a couple of degrees cooler. Tonight will be seasonably cool with mostly clear skies...
Man sentenced after distributing heroin, cocaine to law enforcement officers
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — The United States Department of Justice was sentenced to 78 months in prison after distributing heroin, cocaine and other drugs to law enforcement officers. Gustavo Adolfo Calderon Martinez, a 28-year-old citizen of Mexico, was sentenced by the United States District Court Chief Judge Holly...
Backroads Distilling Company opening later this fall at Country Heritage Winery
LAOTTO, Ind. (WANE) — An opening is in sight for the new distillery on the grounds of Country Heritage Winery, the name also revealed. Backroads Distilling Company aims to be built on tradition and crafted from the freshest ingredients harvested from the family farm, according to a press release from Country Heritage.
Unseasonably cool Friday, warmer weekend
After a cool start to Friday, highs reach into the upper 70s under a mostly sunny sky. A few afternoon fair weather clouds are possible, but they won’t be blocking out the sun. Tags. Localnow. After a cool start to Friday, highs reach into the upper 70s under a...
16th Annual Arts United’s Taste of the Arts Festival 2024
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - The Taste of the Arts Festival is Arts United’s annual festival celebrating the diversity of arts and culture in Northeast Indiana. Our team was visited by Co-Chair(s) Pam Holocher and Carmen Tse to share with us what one can expect when they head out to enjoy the festival this year.
Jessica’s Social Scene: Things to Do this Week (07.18.24)
Living Local 15 Host Jessica Williams takes a look at events that are going on around Fort Wayne this weekend. If you attend any of these events make sure to use #JessicasSocialScene, you may get featured on the show. Summer Nights: Chris Worth. The Embassy Theatre hosts a concert series...
COURT DOCS: 17-year-old charged with attempted murder in connection to Sunday shooting was drinking, flashing gun beforehand
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - A 17-year-old boy charged with attempted murder was drinking and flashing a gun at a Sunday house party before it became a crime scene, court records show. BACKGROUND: 17-year-old charged with attempted murder in connection to Sunday shooting. Elmer Duran showed up at the house,...
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