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Wettest April in recorded history will end on a quiet note
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - April 2024 will go down as the wettest in Fort Wayne in recorded history! The rainfall this month has totaled 7.39″ which beats the previous record of 7.19″ set in 1944. While we’re not totally done with the rain for the next seven days, it is safe to say - with mere hours left - we’re done for the month :)
‘Flags 4 Fallen’ to honor of late Mayor Tom Henry and wife Cindy at Fort 4 Fitness
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - For a decade runners and walkers with Flags 4 Fallen have carried American flags in memory of those who lost their lives too soon. Now the group is honoring the late Fort Wayne Mayor Tom Henry and his wife Cindy this fall. “They mean so...
Stoner’s Funstore honors founder’s legacy with 75th anniversary celebration
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – An iconic storefront in downtown Fort Wayne marks 75 years of business Thursday, and it’s an anniversary so big that a block party is planned for June so the whole community can celebrate. The upcoming event honors the history of Stoner’s Funstore, from...
What’s Happening at Window World
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - We head out to Window World to see what the process is like when one is looking to purchase or replace their window fixtures, siding, entry doors and more. Window World is located at 2224 Contractors Way Fort Wayne, IN 46818. You can reach them...
Six area shelters participate in BISSELL Pet Foundation's "Empty the Shelters" adoption event
INDIANA (WFFT) - Six area shelters are participating in the BISSELL Pet Foundation's "Empty the Shelters" adoption event. Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control, 3020 Hillegas Road, and all offsite locations (Covington Veterinary Hospital, 6104 Covington Rd., Westside Animal Hospital, 4550 Illinois Rd., New Haven Pet Hospital, 227 IN-930, New Haven, Black Forest Cat Café, 4716 Coldwater Rd., Pet Supplies Plus, 4717 Coldwater Rd., 6326 W. Jefferson Boulevard, 6101 Stellhorn Rd., PetSmart Stores 1760 Apple Glen Boulevard, 10035 Lima Road, 10260 Maysville Rd.) - $50 adoption fee for dogs between 2 months and 6 years old, fees waived for dogs 7 years old and older, "Pick Your Price" for all cats and small animals.
Two candidates looking to fill city council seat vacated by Mayor Sharon Tucker
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Two candidates have announced their intentions to fill the open 6th district city council seat after Sharon Tucker was elected as Fort Wayne’s mayor during an April 20 caucus. 92 Allen County Democratic Party (ACDP) precinct chairs voted to elect Sharon Tucker as the...
Tell Julian: A Visit to Raspados
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - There’s a brand new place that just opened up on Fairfield Avenue, it’s called Raspados Tlaquepaque. Raspados are a popular Mexican street food. It’s shaved ice with fresh fruit syrup. Owner Daisy Rodriguez says she knows many people sell snow cones, but her recipe is different. She says fresh, organic fruit makes all the difference.
Fort Wayne man appealing murder conviction in fatal 2020 Lillie Street shooting
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - A 29-year-old Fort Wayne man is appealing his murder conviction in a fatal 2020 Lillie Street shooting that left one man dead and a woman seriously injured. A jury found Tremaine Wyatt guilty of murder, aggravated battery and criminal recklessness in connection to the death...
Summer-like warmth midweek
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) — The clouds linger across the region Tuesday morning, but decrease midday. The day ends with sunshine and highs in the mid to upper 70s. The warmth continues into Thursday where highs are expected to top out near 80 degrees. There is a slight chance...
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