The Allen County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution Friday opposing a state bill affecting zoning approval for commercial renewable energy projects. Read more
Goodine sets new school record on bars Read more
It will soon feel like the 1980s every day of the year at White Swan Plaza with the addition of Rusty’s Ice Cream. From the décor in the dining area to a neon-lit bathroom, hot pink ceiling grid and themed flavors, the soon-to-open shop is co-owner Rusty Ammerman’s ode to his favorite decade. Read more
Allen County Commissioner Nelson Peters was sworn in for his fifth four-year term during the Board of Commissioners’ Jan. 8 legislative session. Peters was reelected Nov. 3 to represent District 1, which includes most of the eastern half of the county. Read more
Allen County Commissioner Nelson Peters was sworn in for his fifth four-year term during the Board of Commissioners’ Jan. 8 legislative session. Peters was reelected Nov. 3 to represent District 1, which includes most of the eastern half of the county. Read more
Huntertown is already home to the 10th largest pinball arcade in the world, but Mike Burgess, owner of the Wizard’s World Arcade at 14613 Lima Road, is making moves to climb up the rankings. Read more
The Allen County Department of Environmental Management recognized several businesses and individuals in the community Dec. 11 as “Sustainability Superheroes” for their efforts to support environmental causes. Read more
ACRES Land Trust, a nonprofit organization based in Huntertown, will enhance the visitor experience at 28 nature preserves in its mission to inspire visitors to value, appreciate and support natural areas in the region. The four-year plan includes improvements to signage, parking, trail main… Read more
Union 12, a reception hall in Whitley County, will likely soon have a counterpart in northern Allen County. Read more
The Fort Wayne Community Schools Board of School Trustees is seeking applicants for the soon-to-be-open District 3 seat. Read more
David Lash, 34, doesn’t know a stranger. The outgoing young man with Down syndrome does not hesitate to talk to new people or to try new things, and he pursues his passions with gusto and enthusiasm. That enthusiasm led David to a friendship with Steven Basche of Basche’s Martial Arts, which… Read more
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Bishop Dwenger provided another visible definition of “never say die” Saturday. Read more
Maple Creek Middle School students left uplifting messages for patients and employees Oct. 30 at Parkview Regional Medical Center. Read more
Concordia Lutheran High School has named Leroy Scoles as the new head coach for its softball team. Read more
The underdog is the most dangerous opponent. Read more
The Allen County War Memorial Coliseum is slowly recovering from a year that has seen a decrease in attendance of more than 670,000 people so far as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and associated event cancellations. Read more
Arcola United Methodist Church, Lake Chapel United Methodist Church and Saint Patrick Catholic Church of Arcola will facilitate the distribution of 25-pound boxes of free fruits, vegetables, dairy and meat products through the Farmers to Families food box giveaway through the remainder of th… Read more
The Carroll girls soccer team won its eighth straight sectional title Saturday at East Noble, in what is the only championship game during that tournament streak to be decided by one goal. Read more
Seven students from Fort Wayne high schools received a scholarship during the fifth annual 360AWARDS on Sept. 13. Read more
The Allen County Board of Commissioners approved two rezoning petitions Oct. 2 that will make way for the construction of a gas station and potential office or retail space on the west side of Coldwater Road, south of Union Chapel Road, in Perry Township. Read more
Local artists have had to think outside the box since the COVID-19 pandemic shut down art shows and festivals throughout the country, cutting off their primary means of bringing their art to the public this year. Read more
Northwest Allen County Schools has one more tool in its arsenal to discourage drivers from illegally passing stopped school buses. Read more
A husband and wife were dual recipients of this year’s Linda and Jerry Vandeveer Impact Award, which was presented by the Allen County Board of Commissioners on Sept. 28. Read more
A total of 56 miles of gravel roads have been converted to chip-and-seal over the past two years as part of Allen County’s Gravel Road Conversion project, which includes 175 total miles of planned conversions. Read more
As real estate continues to become scarcer in downtown Fort Wayne due to ongoing development, Allen County is getting a jumpstart on any future space needs for its criminal justice system. Read more
The Allen County Board of Commissioners approved contracts for engineering work on three Allen County bridges Sept. 4. Read more
The East Allen County Schools, Southwest Allen County Schools and Northwest Allen County Schools districts are receiving roughly $400,000 in state grant money to provide connectivity to students attending school remotely while not having access to broadband internet. The money will aid in th… Read more
With the return to school during the COVID-19 pandemic, Highmark of Fort Wayne, a designer of exhibit systems, has begun to produce safety shields and partitions for students and educators. Read more
Concordia Lutheran High School is welcomed its newest class of Honors Academy students this fall. Read more
Indiana, “The Crossroads of America,” is home to many hotels, and Fort Wayne is no exception. But, how have Summit City hotels fared, and how are they supporting the good health of their staff and customers amid the COVID-19 pandemic? Read more
Deadlines to get ready and registered for the upcoming November presidential election are rapidly approaching, and local election officials are preparing as best they can for counting votes in the challenging atmosphere of a global pandemic. Read more
Fort Wayne Community Schools students at all grade levels will attend school remotely on Wednesdays in September, the district announced Friday. The decision was made in order to allow additional learning and planning time for teachers, according to a letter FWCS Superintendent Mark Daniel s… Read more
Fort Wayne Ballet, Indiana’s longest standing professional ballet company, on Friday announced its fall season, which will begin Oct. 1 and include three productions at the Arts United Center, 303 E. Main St., Fort Wayne. Read more
“We’re going around the state, we’re going out to Ohio, we’re going to let everyone know it’s here.” Read more
Toward the end of Aug. 25’s Fort Wayne City Council meeting Glynn Hines, D-at large, asked council attorney Joe Bonahoom if City Council could subpoena Mayor Tom Henry. Hines wants the mayor to address questions concerning public funding for the Electric Works project on the old General Elec… Read more
Local businesses are looking forward to providing uninterrupted recreational activities along Fort Wayne’s riverfront through Labor Day, before the water level is lowered Sept. 8. Read more
INDIANAPOLIS — July unemployment in northeast Indiana dropped significantly in from its COVID-19 pandemic highs, but the numbers still remain about double of what they were a year ago. Read more
There’s been a trend of businesses closing over the past several months, but some new owners are managing to establish themselves in Fort Wayne, despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and its effects on the economy. Read more
Fort Wayne City Council approved the construction of a 64-unit townhome development just east of Carroll High School during its Aug. 18 meeting. Read more
Fort Wayne City Council voted unanimously Aug. 11 to delay by two weeks a vote to grant a tax abatement for a high-density residential project planned on the east side of Fort Wayne. During the meeting, several residents lodged complaints against the developer of the project who currently ow… Read more
With the addition of stop arm cameras on 29 of its buses this year, Fort Wayne Community Schools hopes to see an increase in prosecutions for some of the more than 200 daily school bus stop arm violators in Allen County. Read more
A new roundabout could replace one of the most confusing roadways in Fort Wayne by the end of 2024. Read more
After this year’s crop of event cancellations due to COVID-19, the next Huntertown Heritage Days Festival is more than a year away. Fortunately for local sleuths, the countdown begins July 29 as the 21st annual Huntertown Treasure Hunt still prevails. Read more
Parents of Fort Wayne Community Schools students will have until Wednesday, July 29, to decide whether they will send their children to school buildings for in-person instruction or opt for remote learning this fall. The district will provide in-school learning five days a week for elementar… Read more
School programs, churches and charitable organizations will have to find new ways to fill considerable holes in their funding following the cancellation of this year’s Johnny Appleseed Festival, which serves as the largest annual fundraiser for many local nonprofits. Read more
A new Facebook group is helping members of the Fort Wayne community identify businesses that are going beyond state requirements to protect customers and employees from the spread of COVID-19. Read more
July 6 marked a reopening for summer activities at schools throughout Allen County — the first time students have stepped foot on many school properties since COVID-19 effectively ended in-person academics in March. However, fall reentry plans are still a moving target. Read more
There was no playing of “Pomp and Circumstance” and no handing out of diplomas, but the Indiana Black Expo Fort Wayne Chapter’s virtual graduation ceremony on Saturday, June 27, was heavy on sound advice for graduates, provided by some of Fort Wayne’s most renowned leaders. Read more
It was an unconventional end to an unconventional college experience, but LeighAnn Brooks wouldn’t change a thing. Brooks, of Huntertown, had the unique experience May 30 of delivering a virtual commencement speech for the Western Governors University Class of 2020, earning two degrees while… Read more
Wendy Robinson’s only goal June 30 was to not let her emotions get the better of her. But, after 47 years of service to Fort Wayne Community Schools, it was hard to finally say goodbye to the district in which she’s spent most of her life. Read more
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