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Lutheran begins work on new southwest Fort Wayne office
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — If you’ve noticed a lot of dirt being moved next to the Sherwin-Williams on the 7600 block of Illinois Road, you’re not crazy. “We’re moving dirt around,” said Lutheran Health Physicians CEO Nicole Rexroth. Lutheran Health Network hasn’t officially announced...
Southwest Lutheran Church hosts annual Party in the Park
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) -- It’s just what it sounds like. It’s the annual Party in the Park. Southwest Lutheran Church is teaming up with Lutheran Agency for Missions of the Burmese and New Life Lutheran Church to get kids outside this season. Monday begins the six-week summer...
Business leaders praise DORA one month into new drinking policy
The Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) has been in place in parts of Downtown Fort Wayne since May 5 and at Electric Works since May 25. Business leaders praise DORA one month into new drinking policy. The Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) has been in place in parts of Downtown...
Cooler weather kicks off the week. Summer warmth returns soon
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (21Alive) - The weather on Sunday was a preview of what we’ll experience as we start the next work week. Overnight into Monday morning, temperatures will fall down into the low 50s and upper 40s across the region and the afternoon temperatures will only climb into the upper 60s and low 70s. Monday morning will feature some clouds, but the sky will turn mostly sunny around lunchtime.
First Alert Forecast: Unseasonably cool start to week, warmer weather on the way soon
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (21Alive) - A cool start to the week with highs in the low 70s today, but warmer weather will move in later in the workweek. Northwesterly winds will help to provide cooler weather for Monday. Temperatures will begin in the 50s this morning, but then will only get to the lower 70s for highs. Clouds will hang around the region for the first half of the day and will slowly be on the decrease for the afternoon. Some sunshine is likely by around lunchtime and will hopefully stick around for the remainder of the daylight hours.
INDOT announces additional I-69 ramp closures in Fort Wayne
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) says two I-69 ramps will soon be closed for continued construction on the interstate. INDOT crews say on Tuesday, June 11, the eastbound U.S. 30/Goshen Road on ramp to I-69 and the I-69 309B exit ramp to westbound U.S. 30/Goshen Road will close for concrete patching and joint repair work.
MuddyMutt Dog Grooming & Spa
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Erika Turpin, owner, MuddyMutt Dog Grooming & Spa and Rachelle Duval Manager & Groomer visit us in-studio to share with us about their grooming business and highlight one of their grooming packages they offer: Groovy Groom Package. The Groovy Groom Package:. Small: 5–25 lbs ($75),...
Science Sunday: How to read air pressure at home
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE)— You can learn about all different kinds of science at Science Central. But sometimes you can even bring that learning home. Science Central executive director Martin Fisher stopped by WANE 15 to share an experiment on how to make a weather instrument with items at home. You can see that in the video above.
Van Wert Police Department: AT&T services restored following outage that affected 911 calls
(WPTA) - Officers with the Van Wert Police Department warned residents that an issue with AT&T Wireless was impacting some customers’ ability to call 911 on Monday. The police department shared on Facebook that AT&T reported that the company was having issues connecting to 911 services nationwide. They encouraged those experiencing issues calling 911 to attempt texting 911 for help.
Get to woofin' down ICAN's free breakfast fundraiser at "Waffles and Wags"
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) - Woof, we are hungry for learning!. The Indiana Canine Assistant Network (ICAN) is hosting the organization's first breakfast fundraiser to help raise money for those needing a service dog and to educate the public on the necessity of canine companions. ICAN is hosting "Waffles and...
Freedom Riders host fundraiser for veterans
FORT WAYNE, Ind. — The Fort Wayne-based Chapter 1 of The Freedom Riders of Indiana hosted a family-friendly motorcycle event and fundraiser to raise money for veterans in the community on Sunday. The group will donate a portion of the money raised to Shepherd’s House, a homeless shelter for...
Local baseball greats inducted into NEIBA Hall of Fame, Dwenger’s Thomas earns Dick Crumback Award
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) - On Sunday, three local area greats had the spotlight on them as they were inducted into the NEIBA Hall of Fame. Canterbuy head baseball coach Pat “Bubba” McMahon, Rich Dunno and South Adams grad and former pro baseball player Mike Dull joined elite company during the banquet.
Partly cloudy & cooler Monday
After some morning cloud cover, we are mostly sunny Monday afternoon. Temps are cooler Monday, peaking in the lower 70s. We are much warmer later on next week. After some morning cloud cover, we are mostly sunny Monday afternoon. Temps are cooler Monday, peaking in the lower 70s. We are much warmer later on next week.
Fort Wayne youth choir returns with concert before trip to ‘Olympics of Choral Music’ in New Zealand
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — On Saturday, June 22, the Voices of Unity Youth Choir will host a fundraising concert to raise money for their upcoming trip to New Zealand in July for the World Choir Games. Described by the Unity Performing Arts Foundation (UPAF) as the “Olympics of...
LOOK: Fort Wayne swimmers take on Stadium Splash at Lucas Oil Stadium
INDIANAPOLIS (WANE) — The Fort Wayne Swim Club and Summit City Aquatics competed in the 2024 Stadium Splash, bringing home some medals. The purpose of a Stadium Spash is to eliminate issues for meet operations prior to the trials. It also gives swimmers a chance to test the facilities and have an opportunity to improve their times. Swimmers must have also qualified for the event.
FWACC extends deadline for waived adoption fees for kittens and cats
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control (FWACC) shares its waived adoption fees for kittens and cats will continue to be offered until Friday, June 28. This announcement extends the original deadline for the sale set for Friday, June 7. FWACC says all kittens and cats...
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