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$5 million donation to extend Pufferbelly Trail beyond Coliseum Boulevard
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) — A $5 million donation will extend the Pufferbelly Trail beyond Coliseum Boulevard. Mayor Sharon Tucker announced today that the donation, from the Vann Family Foundation, will go toward a bridge crossing for the trail. The bridge, deemed the Vann Family Crossing, will cross over...
Administrative Assistant Celebrates 50 Years At Manchester University
NORTH MANCHESTER - Jill Biehl, administrative assistant for admissions, celebrated her 50th anniversary working at Manchester University on Monday, July 15. Biehl arrived at Manchester in 1974, after her sister, who already worked on campus, dropped her resume off in the admissions office. She has worked in MU admissions in various capacities ever since, according to a news release from Manchester University.
MCDONALD'S: Fundraiser for couple killed in crash to be held Friday
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - This Friday, McDonald’s on South Anthony Boulevard in Fort Wayne will host a heartfelt fundraiser in memory of Mayra Vivar and Fernando Pizano, who tragically lost their lives in a recent car crash. From 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., McDonald’s will donate 15% of...
‘She saved our lives’: Woman Credits Rescue Dog for Alerting Her to Dangerous Carbon Monoxide Levels
Samantha Griffen and her family owe their lives to Luna, a two-year-old Siberian husky rescued from a shelter just six months ago. Griffen had moved into a new house in Marion, Indiana, and while she was resting one day due to a migraine, Luna’s persistent behavior saved her from a potential tragedy. Unbeknownst to Griffen, her water heater had started leaking carbon monoxide, a deadly gas that can be imperceptible without detectors. Luna’s refusal to let Griffen fall asleep and her insistent nudging eventually prompted Griffen to step outside, where the carbon monoxide detector finally sounded the alarm.
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.
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.
Avilla officers recognized for service, life-saving efforts
AVILLA, Ind. (WANE) – The Avilla Police Department honored four of its officers during a town hall meeting Wednesday night. Deputy Marshall Matthew Brown received an award for his continued service through the department. Brown was recognized for his service to the schools, patrolling and keeping kids safe. “Kids...
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.
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 […]
City of Fort Wayne tightens regulations around "chronic problem properties," prepares to issue more fines
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) -- Fort Wayne City Council approved an amendment to Chapter 103 of the city code Tuesday, allowing them to quickly address chronic problem properties. Until now, the city code allowed them to fine any landlord whose property got 12 complaints in 90 days. Fort Wayne Police...
‘Needle-free’ blood draw being tested at Parkview
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — Almost every patient who receives hospital care will have blood drawn and receive an IV. At the Family Birthing Centers at Parkview Regional Medical Center and Parkview Randallia, new mothers can now experience a “one-stick stay.”. The PIVO device allows blood to be...
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...
US surgeon general calls for warning labels on social media
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy is calling on Congress to put warning labels on social media apps as it does on cigarettes or alcohol, stating that social media poses a harm to the mental health of children and teens. Studies show 95% of ages 13-17 are on social media: Children and adolescents who […]
Unseasonably cool stretch through Brickyard weekend | Live Doppler 13 Weather Blog
INDIANAPOLIS — Better weather has arrived in central Indiana now that we sit on the back side of a cold front. TODAY: Sunshine, comfortable and unseasonably cool high temperatures in the mid to upper 70s. The average high for Indy at this point in the season is still 85.
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...
Indiana’s ILEARN test scores are flat
Indiana’s ILEARN state standardized test results show that students in grades 3-8 in Indiana are still struggling to make progress. This continues a trend of learning loss following the COVID-19 pandemic. The latest ILEARN scores reveal that 41% of Indiana students met proficiency standards in English and Language Arts (ELA) this spring. This is almost […] The post Indiana’s ILEARN test scores are flat appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
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