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William “Bill” Dewire (1936 – 2024)
William J. “Bill” Dewire, 88, of Newark, passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at the Inn at Chapel Grove, under the care of Hospice of Central Ohio, after a brief illness. A long-time resident of Bryan, Ohio, he was in born Edon, Ohio, on January 26, 1936, to the late William M. and Verna D. (Barron) Dewire.
Vernon French (1926 – 2024)
Vernon Lee French, died on March 3, 2024, at Robson Reserve in Sun Lakes, AZ. He was born May 21, 1926, in Spink County and raised in Beadle County South Dakota to Pearl and Earl French. Vernon lived and attended school in Beadle County South Dakota. He married Marilyn June...
'We haven't changed it': Spangler Candy Company celebrates 100th birthday of Dum-Dum Pops
BRYAN, Ohio — Nestled in the near 9,000-person population of Bryan, Ohio, Spangler Candy Company is celebrating one of its most iconic product's 100th birthday: the Dum-Dum Pop. "Dum-Dums is just such a popular candy and part of the reason I think it's lasted for 100 years is that...
LAWSUIT: ‘Forever chemicals’ contaminated Fort Wayne wastewater
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – They are found in everything from upholstery and carpet cleaners to cosmetics, waterproof clothes and shoes as well as dental floss and foam used to suppress fires. They’ve been manufactured for decades, since at least the 1940s. And for decades they’ve been contaminating...
Jennifer McCormick holds event for Fort Wayne educators
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – Local educators gathered at Chapman’s Brewing Company Friday night to speak with Democratic candidate for Governor, Jennifer McCormick. McCormick previously was an educator for 10 years, as a school administrator, principal, and teacher near Muncie. “It feels great, said McCormick. “What I love...
Tigers counting on depth to be a strength for defensive line
Last season Auburn's defense finished 42nd in sacks, 43rd nationally in scoring, 47th in total defense, but was just 78th in rush defense after allowing 155 yards per game on the ground and 171 yards against SEC opponents. Giving up 200 or more yards in four different contests, Auburn comes into the year with a new defensive coordinator and a bunch of new faces along the defensive line following the losses of Marcus Harris, Justin Rogers and others.
Indiana Black Legislative Caucus talk upcoming election at Fort Wayne town hall
Two topics of concern at a local town hall Saturday stood out for one Indiana lawmaker: education and voting. "We are voted in by the people, we represent them," said state Rep. Earl Harris Jr., D-East Chicago."It's important for us to not hide but to be out there in the community and talking to the people who put us in office."
Pregame: TinCaps (37-51, 9-13 second half) vs. Lake County Captains (52-35, 11-10)
The TinCaps dropped the opener of a three-game series against Lake County on Friday night despite a sellout crowd at Parkview Field. It was a frustrating loss for a team that has had plenty of them this season as Fort Wayne put two runners on in the seventh, eighth and ninth, but was unable to push across the tying run in a 3-2 defeat. It was the 29th one-run game of the season for the TinCaps, which continues to lead the Midwest League.
Fort Wayne's Voices of Unity Youth Choir named champion of gospel at World Choir Games
Fort Wayne's Voices of Unity Youth Choir earned the title of world champion of gospel after singing through a global competition in Auckland, New Zealand. The Fort Wayne-based music group scored higher than any other choir in the World Choir Games’ gospel category, according to the World Choir Games website. The announcement was made Friday.
FULL SHOW: Inside INdiana Business 7/21/24
IBJ Media unveils its annual Indiana 250 list, which honors business and community leaders. Plus, plans for a new hospital in Fort Wayne, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum adds a new employee to drive the pace car of education, and more.
NORTH CENTRAL BOARD OF EDUCATION: Preparations Continue For Upcoming School Year
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