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Sgt. Heather Glenn honored by Cops Cycling for Survivors
TELL CITY, Ind. (WEHT) -For the past 22 years, cyclists all over Indiana have dedicated 13 days to ride across the state to honor law enforcement. This year the organization stopped in Tell City, home to fallen Sgt. Heather Glenn who was killed in the line of duty last year. Several law enforcement officers and […]
Chicago Cubs draft East Noble grad Brayden Risedorph
KENDALLVILLE, Ind. (WANE) – East Noble graduate and Indiana University pitcher Brayden Risedorph heard his name called in the 20th round of the 2024 MLB Draft on Tuesday, as the righty was selected with the 602nd overall pick by the Chicago Cubs. Risedorph just finished his sophomore season for the Hoosiers this past spring. He […]
Mayor Tucker highlights role of volunteers in community at press conference
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker hosted a press conference highlighting the work volunteers for local organizations do in the community Wednesday at A Baby’s Closet, accepting a symbolic check for Allen County volunteer efforts through The Volunteer Center. The Volunteer Center, a Fort...
Rice Shepherd School professor, alumni help develop affordable, accessible, American-made professional bassoon
After years of development, an elite team of professional bassoonists from across the country including representatives from Rice University gathered at Purdue University Fort Wayne’s Auer Performance Hall to test a new bassoon prototype from Fox Products. It was an exciting moment that Sarah Thelen, Fox’s vice president of product engineering, said she couldn’t miss — even just two days after giving birth.
Child attending YMCA day camp meant for kindergarten through 5th grade students distributed apparent THC gummies, organization says
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - A child attending the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne day camp was distributing apparent THC gummies, the organization said Wednesday. The child, who was at Camp Harris hosted at Harris Elementary, is believed to have given other campers the gummies while they were on a field trip Friday.
Teen arrested in connection to shooting near Weisser Park Elementary
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) — Fort Wayne police have arrested a 17-year-old in connection with a shooting near Weisser Park Elementary School. Police charged Anthony DeWayne-Allen Jackson with two counts of felony battery. He was originally charged as a juvenile. The shooting happened on May 20 on Drexel Avenue.
Man charged in connection to July 2023 mall shooting expected to get 2-year prison sentence Friday
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - A 28-year-old Fort Wayne man charged in connection to a July 2023 Glenbrook Square shooting is expected to be sentenced Friday to two years in prison per a plea agreement. Gregory Normil is accused of shooting a man in front of the H&M store at...
Fort Wayne family opens second Nothing Bundt Cakes bakery
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – Fort Wayne officially has a second location of Nothing Bundt Cakes, this time on the southwest side, and with the grand opening comes some sweet deals for the community. Jennifer Henricks, a Fort Wayne native, runs the local franchise of the specialty cake company...
Museum of Art honors Hoosier Salon
The latest exhibit to open at Fort Wayne Museum of Art pays tribute to Hoosier artists as well as an organization that has helped shine on a light on them the past century. From Their Indiana Home: Artists of the Hoosier Salon from the Permanent Collection is an exhibition of Hoosier Salon artists which runs through Oct. 6 in honor of the Salon’s centennial.
Local Food Week returns July 26
The fifth annual Local Food Week, presented by the Northeast Indiana Local Food Network from Friday, July 26, through Sunday, Aug. 4. This 10-day celebration of local food features more than 110 tours and events hosted by 40 farms, markets, restaurants, artisan food producers, and organizations. This region-wide event provides...
Quick Hit: Veil of Maya
Veil of Maya headlines a day of extreme music on July 22 as Piere’s hosts a stop on the Summer Slaughter Tour. w/Brand of Sacrifice, Gideon, Left to Suffer, Ten56, Tallah, Cabal, Brat. 3:30 p.m. Monday, July 22. Piere’s. 5629 St. Joe Road, Fort Wayne. $39.50-$80 • (260)...
Hall of Famer Warren Haynes stops at Clyde
Prepare for a long, memorable night when Warren Haynes Band performs Wednesday, July 24, at The Clyde Theatre. It’s an “Evening With” concert featuring the veteran singer-songwriter-guitarist and his backing unit. Count on Haynes to touch on each era of his long career. All in on Allman...
Quick Hit: ‘Guys & Dolls in Concert’
Summit City Music Theatre’s Classics in Concert series is back with Guys and Dolls. The show will be presented on two weekends, July 20-21 and July 27-28, at Purdue University Fort Wayne’s Auer Performance Hall. Along with 55 performers, the classic musical will be performed with a 40-piece...
Quick Hit: ‘The Pink Unicorn’
7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, July 19-20 First Presbyterian Theater. The one-woman play The Pink Unicorn will be presented at First Presbyterian Theater at 7:30 p.m. on Friday-Saturday, July 19-20. Starring veteran local actress Maggie Kole Hunter, this play follows Mrs. Tricia Lee as she attempts to raise her granddaughter in a...
Band Camino pulling into Clyde
Alternative rock fans are getting revved up for The Band Camino’s upcoming show in Fort Wayne. The trio of Jeffrey Jordan, Spencer Stewart, and Garrison Burgess embarked on their The Taking Shape tour this month. On Friday, July 26, the trek makes its way to The Clyde Theatre with Knox opening the show up.
“Let’s get this fixed now,” revised ‘Chronic Problem Properties’ ordinance approved
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Back in 2017, Fort Wayne city leaders introduced an ordinance to help deal with constant 911 calls to the same locations. The original solution was presented as this: if a commercial property, like a motel, received 12 or more valid complaints within 90 days it would be considered a “problem property” and owners could face a fine.
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