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Steppin’ Up Physical Therapy Offering One-on-One Care
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Steppin’ Up has been helping the Fort Wayne community return to doing what they love since 2004. Their friendly and experienced staff will be with you through the entire process - from paperwork to treatment plans. Take your next step to long-term pain relief.
Laced Barber Co. Hosts First Barber and Beauty Expo
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Laced Barber was founded in May of 2021; the owners are hosting their first Beauty and Barber Expo on Sunday, September 22nd from 9:00 am - 9:00 pm at Electric Works. (1020 Swinney Avenue, Fort Wayne, IN) Fort Wayne Barber...
Guilty plea agreement accepted for man accused of shooting woman in September 2022
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) — Two felony charges for a September 2022 shooting suspect have been dropped following the acceptance of his guilty plea agreement. Adrian Collins, 23, was arrested in October 2022 and faced three felony charges: attempted murder, battery and aggravated battery. On Aug. 9, Collins pled...
Pastor representing family of man shot by police claims they weren’t shown suicide note, FWPD refute claim
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - On Wednesday, the Fort Wayne Police Department (FWPD) released edited body camera footage detailing what led up to the fatal July shooting of a Fort Wayne man on the Purdue Fort Wayne (PFW) campus. The video shows police repeatedly asking 31-year-old Gawon Benson to get...
Minor shot in southeast Fort Wayne last week dies from injuries
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - A minor who was left in life-threatening condition after a shooting last Thursday has died, the Fort Wayne Police Department confirms. Officers were dispatched to the 2900 block of Winter Street Thursday at about 10:30 p.m. for reports of a shooting. The story continues below...
ENSC's former athletic director undergoing investigation for allegedly embezzling over $5.4K from district
KENDALLVILLE, Ind. (WFFT) — The former East Noble School Corporation athletic director is under investigation for allegedly embezzling over $5,400 from the district. Nicholas David was hired by ENSC to serve as the athletic director in 2014. He was placed on paid administrative leave on Oct. 19, 2023 and resigned on Oct. 24, 2023.
Seasonable Friday, more heat and humidity this weekend
Friday morning temperatures step off in the lower 50s under a sunny sky. Shallow fog is possible near daybreak Friday, but it dissipates quickly. After a cool start Friday, afternoon highs reach top out near 80 degrees. Tags. Localnow. The heat and humidity begins to build across the region this...
OTH PRESEASON POWER POLL: No. 2 Carroll Chargers
It is amazing what a few years’ time can do for program expectations. Three years ago, Carroll was trying to find its way in the SAC as rival Homestead was piling up league titles. It had been seven years since the Chargers had won a sectional, with no regional titles in program history.
Indianapolis Forecast: Soaring Temperatures with Heat Index Near 100
Indianapolis, IN — As the weekend approaches, Indiana residents should prepare for rising temperatures. Starting Saturday, highs are expected to reach 89 degrees, marking the beginning of a warming trend that will continue into next week. Saturday will see mostly sunny skies with scattered clouds in the afternoon. The...
Community Champs Fort Wayne Children's Choir prepares for fundraiser
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) — The start of school also means the start of a new season for the Fort Wayne Children's Choir. More than 250 singers ranging from eight to 18 years old are members of the organization. Some says it's like having an extended family. "My favorite...
PREP FOOTBALL: Blitz’s Picks, Week 1
Enough with the 7v7s, one-day shootouts, intrasquad and pre-season scrimmages. From here to Thanksgiving, we are talking actual wins and losses. Which team will get off to a winning start? Remember, one week does not a season make. Who had Bishop Luers winning a state title after a 45-7 loss to East Noble in Week 1 last season? Conversely, no one thought Homestead would finish 5-5 after battling Carmel in a close opening-game defeat.
PEVS 2024-2025 New Teachers
Paulding Exempted Village Schools welcomes its new faculty for the 20024-25 school year. Pictured above are (l-r): Corey Davis – JH Intervention Specialist: Jen Huber – HS English; Emily Vargo – Paulding Elementary Intervention Specialist; Opal Thomas – Paulding Elementary Intervention Specialist; Stephanie Counterman, Oakwood Elementary 1st Grade; Megan Wellman – Oakwood Elementary Guidance Counselor; Katie Keller – Oakwood Elementary Intervention Specialist; Cole Mortemore – 7th Grade Math;, Olivia Mengerink – JH Intervention Specialist; and Mary Cate Panico – HS Science.
Lady Chargers Top ECA To Remain Unbeaten
West Noble advanced to 3-0 on the season with a solid 3 set win over Elkhart Christian. Offensive attack was led by Elyse Mead with 13 kills and Izzy Beers with 8. Assists by Miah Hilbish (16), and Ella Limerick (11). The Chargers forced errors with aggressive serving and earned an overall 10 aces as a team with Reagan Eash leading the way with 4. Digs led by Mead with 9 and Darcy Ritchie with 8.
Job Cuts Loom as Indiana Auto Parts Factory Announces Closure in Richmond; Many Impacted
A company in the heavy-duty vehicle industry has informed the state of Indiana about its decision to permanently close its facility in Richmond. TBK Col. Ltd. specializes in manufacturing brakes and water pumps for engine cooling systems used in heavy-duty vehicles such as trucks and buses. The closure of the Japanese company was not immediately announced, leaving the reason undisclosed.
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