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Expert: Cheaper gas prices may not last past holiday weekend
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Gas prices in Indiana dropped 18 cents per gallon in the past week. Head of Petroleum Analysis for Gas Buddy Patrick De Haan said the fluctuating gas prices are fueled by a price war between Indianapolis gas stations. “What goes down often goes up again every one to two weeks,” De Haan […]
2024 Midwest Leak Awards look to honor helpful Hoosiers
The curtain rises on July 7 for the 2024 Midwest Leak Awards, a night dedicated to honoring the brightest stars of Indianapolis’ entrepreneurial and entertainment stage. Hosted by Midwest Leak magazine, the ceremony will be held at the Vogue in the Broad Ripple neighborhood, recognizing excellence across various categories.
United Way, Indy Racing Experience team up for fundraising
If you want to fly around the Indianapolis Motor Speedway while also raising money for a good cause, the United Way of Central Indiana and the Indy Racing Experience have the opportunity for you. United Way announced on Tuesday that registrations were open for their “Speed for Community Need” event...
Indiana officer adopts dog she rescued from car in 90-degree heat
INDIANAPOLIS — A dog that was rescued from a car in 90-degree heat in Indiana now has a forever home — and it's with the officer who saved her. The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department posted about the heartwarming update to an initially tragic story. The dog was initially...
An Indiana School System Asks Parents to Pick Up the Summer Sun Meals They Order
Summer can be a real challenge for parents, right? It feels like kids never stop eating! Just yesterday, we were driving back from Florida and decided to treat ourselves with a stop at McDonald's (a rare indulgence at our house). They had this deal—$5 for a meal with a double-patty burger, fries, four chicken nuggets, and a drink. My 11-year-old finished her entire meal. As for me, I only managed to eat half of my burger and a few fries. But wouldn't you know it, about 30 minutes later, she polished off the rest of my meal. And then, less than two hours after she ate, she was already saying she was hungry again!
Three Rivers Festival in need of volunteers
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) - Crews have already started setting up for Fort Wayne’s biggest festival of the year, but filling volunteer roles seems to be the battle as festival directors are expecting their biggest crowd yet. This year, festival directors expect 1,000 more people every night compared to...
How the weather affects dazzling fireworks displays
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (21Alive) - If you’re watching a fireworks display, you may wonder what creates each color?. The answer is both black powder and mineral elements! When heated, each element inside the firework displays a distinct color. Calcium creates a bright orange in the sky, copper a blue, and even sodium a yellow!
Seasonable July Fourth, Limited Storm Chances
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) — Happy Fourth of July!. The day poses us with a few shower and thunderstorm chances, so be sure to have the rain gear handy. The best chance of hit-and-miss thundershowers should be from about midday Thursday until late in the afternoon for locations south of US-30.
Blackhawk Christian forward Pickett picks Wright State
On Tuesday, Blackhawk Christian forward Kellen Pickett took to his social media to announce he has committed to playing basketball at Wright State. Blackhawk Christian forward Pickett picks Wright State. On Tuesday, Blackhawk Christian forward Kellen Pickett took to his social media to announce he has committed to playing basketball...
How to keep your pets safe on July 4th
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - July 4th approaching means plenty of fireworks and celebrations, but loud noise and booming can be a real problem for our pets. Most people look forward to being outside, maybe at a barbecue and enjoying some fireworks at night. But for many pets, their reaction is quite the opposite.
Fire consumes tractor on the east side of Fort Wayne
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) - A tractor ignited in flames while tending the fields of eastern Fort Wayne this evening. Witnesses sent in photos while Allen County Dispatch confirmed the details of the fire to FOX55. Dispatch said a tractor in the fields of Jefferson Park Township, near Webster Road,...
TinCaps catcher Salas to play in Futures Game
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - For the third straight year, an active TinCaps player will head to the MLB All-Star Futures Game. Fort Wayne catcher Ethan Salas has gotten picked to play in this year’s game. The Futures Game features some of the top prospects throughout all of Minor League Baseball.
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