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Sunday Thunderstorms Expected Across the Southwestern Ohio Valley
Wilmington, OH – Residents in the Ohio Valley can expect a change in weather starting Sunday as showers and thunderstorms are forecasted to hit the region. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Wilmington, OH, reports that while the area remains dry today, wet weather will arrive by Sunday, affecting portions of eastern Indiana, southwest Ohio, and northern Kentucky.
Recent BSU Grad Passes Away
From Newslink Indiana: “It is with profound sadness that we mourn the passing of Grace Bentkowski, our beloved former News Director and graduate of 2024. Grace was a beacon of integrity, passion, and dedication in journalism. Her unwavering commitment to truth and excellence touched countless lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family, friends, and all who had the honor of working with her. She’s truly been the hallmark of NewsLink’s legacy. Rest in peace, Grace. Your legacy will forever inspire us.”
Parents can safely surrender babies up to 30 days old due to Indiana's safe haven law
Update: This story was updated to clarify that surrended babies do not always go into custody of DCS, they can go to pre-adoptive homes. The deaths of two abandoned babies left out in the elements became foundational in establishing Indiana's Safe Haven Law. After the discovery of these babies, the state's opinion on parents...
La Porte High School Teacher Jason Remmel Named Top 25 Finalist for Indiana Teacher of the Year
Jason Remmel, a distinguished La Porte High School teacher, has been named a Top 25 Finalist in the 2025 Indiana Teacher of the Year (INTOY) Program. Jason's leadership in professional development has been pivotal in advancing technology and professional growth within the La Porte Community School Corporation (LPCSC). As the LPHS Computer Resource Person and technology department liaison, he has spearheaded new teacher technology orientation training and coordinated the implementation of the Gizmos Explore Learning Curriculum. His grant writing and professional development coordination have ensured the successful integration of Gizmos into the science curriculum for grades 5-12, ushering in a new era of interactive learning. Moreover, his leadership in implementing the Project Lead The Way Biomedical Sciences pathway at LPHS has significantly enriched the curriculum, offering students valuable exposure to biomedical sciences.
Indiana spots play perfect 'surrealistic' role in 'The Duel,' starring Dylan Sprouse
Editor's note: Follow us on Instagram and hit the red carpet with us Sunday night for the premiere of "The Duel" The mansion at the center of "The Duel" is the site of the planned test of honor, a home inhabited by a drug baron eager to see two 20-something American friends work out their argument over a woman the old-fashioned way. It's an opulent place with ivory-hued stone surrounded by verdant shrubs and the kind of...
The Locker Room: TinChattin' (07/26)
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) - The TinCaps have hit a rut, entering Friday night on a six-game losing streak. There's still time to turn their season around, though. On this week's TinChattin', Mike Maahs and Drew Frey discuss what needs to happen for the Caps to heat up. Plus, the...
Lake City Bank’s Livia Rose Promoted To Retail Banking Officer
Lake City Bank announced Livia Rose has been promoted to retail banking officer at the bank’s Pierceton branch. In this position, Rose leads sales and service efforts in the branch, manages the daily operations of the office and supports office staff in their efforts to provide quality service and build customer relationships. She has been with the bank for one year.
36th annual Duck Race held at Promenade Park raises over $200,000 for SCAN
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - At 12 p.m. Saturday, thousands of plastic ducks were dropped into the St. Mary’s River for the 36th annual Weigand Construction Duck Race. The event, which benefits SCAN, raised over $200,000. SCAN is an Indiana-based organization with a mission to protect children, prepare parents,...
New Salvatori’s location coming to Waynedale
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - A family-friendly restaurant offering authentic Italian cuisine in a modern Italian setting will soon open in Waynedale. Salvatori’s, an Italian restaurant chain in northeast Indiana, is set to open its seventh location at 8601 Bluffton Road in Waynedale offering dine-in, carry-out, and delivery Italian food and beverages.
YLNI Farmers Market vendor opens store in Wells County
WELLS COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) — Those who frequent YLNI Farmers Market in downtown Fort Wayne may be familiar with one of the market’s vendors: The River Farm. Now, fans of their products can also buy them at the company’s new store in rural Wells County. The River...
Countdown to Kickoff 2024: North Side Legends have high aspirations for bounce-back year
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) - The North Side Legends are looking to take control of the Class 5A standings this fall. North Side was one of just two Fort Wayne teams to make their playoff in the 5A classification, although they did so with a less-than-optimal record. The Legends finished...
Northern Indiana Junior Achievement’s 12th annual Wine and Beer Festival
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Friday was Northern Indiana Junior Achievement’s 12th annual Wine and Beer Festival. JA’s mission is to empower young people to succeed in a global economy through proven programs that teach essential skills in financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and work and career readiness. The fundraiser...
TinCaps shut out Dayton to snap 6-game skid
DAYTON, Ohio (WANE) – The TinCaps got off the schneid on Friday with a 3-0 win over the Dayton Dragons. Friday’s victory ends Fort Wayne’s six game losing skid that started upon their return from the MLB All-Star break. Anthony Vilar, Romeo Sanabria and Nick Vogt each drove in a run in Friday’s win for […]
Semi driver killed in hit-and-run on I-69 in Fort Wayne
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WISH) — A semitruck driver on Thursday was killed in a hit-and-run on I-69 in Fort Wayne, the Allen County Sheriff’s Department says. At 2:38 a.m. Thursday, deputies with the Allen County Sheriff’s Department were dispatched to the 319-mile marker of I-69 northbound in Fort Wayne on a report of a disabled […]
WHAS11 Weather Impact Alert Days issued for Sunday, Monday for scattered thunderstorms
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The WHAS11 Impact Weather Team has issued an alert day for today and Monday as showers and thunderstorms are expected to impact the majority of central Kentucky and southern Indiana at times. Neither today or Monday will be complete washouts and you will still have plenty...
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