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‘Twisters’ Puts A New Spin On A Classic: At The Movies With Kasey
When Twister came out in 1996, I was just a girl totally enamored by Helen Hunt’s hair and her aunt Meg’s mobiles. Since that summer, I have watched the classic disaster film countless times, most recently before heading to the theater to see the sequel-but-not-really, Twisters. . .
Inclusive Dance Performance Set For Aug. 17
Fort Wayne Dance Collective set to produce dance performances featuring professional dancers with and without disabilities. The Fort Wayne Dance Collective (FWDC) is presenting a live contemporary dance experience with their 7th annual show, Collective Expressions. . .
$1 Million Dedicated To Waynedale Water Main Upgrades
Mayor Sharon Tucker, neighborhood leaders, residents of Waynedale, and City Utilities’ team members united in the Lakewood Park neighborhood for a ceremonial groundbreaking highlighting an upcoming water main upgrade. An investment of nearly a million dollars will install more than a mile of new water main along the Waynedale business corridor and surrounding neighborhoods. . .
You’re Invited To The Inspire Neighborhood Conference
Registration is open for the free 2024 Inspire Neighborhood Conference. This event aims to energize and equip Fort Wayne neighborhoods, residents, and leaders. Hosted by the City of Fort Wayne’s Neighborhood Planning and Activation Workgroup, the conference will take place on September 13 from 8:00 a.m. . .
Local Worship & Events: August 2 Update
MOUNT CALVARYLUTHERAN CHURCHwww.mtcfw.org(260) 747-4121Worship Times:Worship Sundays 9:30amBible Study Sundays 10:45am. . .We are no longer worshiping at 1819 Reservation Drive.. . .Join us for worship atLutheran South Unity School5401 S. Calhoun St, 46807Enter Door #11Current mailing addressPO Box 9590, 46899. . .
Pontiac St. Market To Host ‘Pack-to-School’
The Pontiac Street Market has announced its first annual Pack-to-School on Pontiac Street event on August 3, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 918 E Pontiac St. The community event is designed to help families prepare for the upcoming school year. . .
Scammers Are Increasing, How To Not Get Got
Fake websites, threatening emails, texts and phone calls are a few ways scammers try to rob customers of their personal information and money. Recently, Indiana Michigan Power (I&M) has recorded an increase in scammers targeting its customers and wants to arm them with the knowledge to avoid becoming a victim. . .
Getting Healthy Habits Back On Track For The New School Year
School bells are ringing for many children in Indiana. The new school year is an exciting time for students and educators and perfect for refocusing and reprioritizing healthy habits. Celebrating its 100th year of lifesaving work, the American Heart Association says it is important to develop healthy habits at a young age given that the early years play a vital role in the development of health-related behaviors that carry into adolescence and adulthood. . .
Assisting With School Expenses: Voice Of The Township
It’s back-to-school time again, and the students at Fort Wayne Community Schools will be starting on Thursday, August 8th. It’s a time of transition for all families with school-aged children; while some children may wish for an endless summer vacation, there are others who actually look forward to the start of a new school year, like getting back to some structured time to learn new things, meeting new friends, spending time with kids they only get to see at school and, of course, there’s the shopping! . .
“Shop Waynedale” Wraps Up Community Games
The 2024 Shop Waynedale event recently concluded marking another successful year of celebrating and supporting the vibrant local businesses of Waynedale. Spanning from July 8 to July 20, this year’s event saw enthusiastic participation from residents and visitors alike, highlighting the community’s dedication to fostering local commerce and unity. . .
Left-Handed Needleworkers Rejoice: Around The Frame
August 13 will mark the 48th annual celebration of International Lefthanders Day. First celebrated two months and 9 days after the United States Bicentennial, the Bill of Lefts were proclaimed. Lefthanders International, the organization responsible for formulating the “Bill of Lefts,” was organized to “protect the needs and interests of left-handers everywhere.” . .
Celebrating Hispanic & Latino Contributions In Northeast Indiana
Get ready for a vibrant and exciting event that celebrates the achievements and contributions of Hispanics and Latino Americans residing in Northeast Indiana! The much-awaited “Fiesta Fort Wayne 2024” is back, and it promises to be bigger and better than ever before. . .
Able Flight Pilot Program Helps South Side Grad Earn His Wings
Fort Wayne native, Jordan Sprague, was one of nine 2024 Able Flight Scholarship recipients to receive their wings at a special ceremony on Tuesday, July 23, in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The ceremony was part of the annual Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) AirVenture Oshkosh fly-in convention. . .
LegacyOne Adds Meaningful Growth & Success To Southeast Fort Wayne
Mayor Sharon Tucker, alongside the City of Fort Wayne’s Community Development Division and partner LegacyOne, Inc., led a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new headquarters of a local real estate company in the Southtown Centre shopping area. . .
Allen County Bar Foundation Announces Scholarship Winners
For the third consecutive year, the Allen County Bar Foundation (ACBF) has awarded scholarships to students with ties to Allen County, Indiana to support and advance diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the Allen County legal community. . .
Accessible Trail Maps Released
Fort Wayne Trails is excited to announce a new partnership with AWS Foundation to create accessible trail maps for our community. This collaboration aims to ensure that everyone, regardless of age or ability, can more easily navigate and enjoy the beautiful trail system here in Allen County. . .
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