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Kendallville, Indiana: A Small Town Stuck in 1940

Small towns are one of the things that make Indiana worth exploring. From the modern energy of Indianapolis to the old-school charm of Madison, the Hoosier State doesn’t need giant cities to make a good afternoon. For folks looking for small towns in Indiana with a connection to an earlier time, give Kendallville a closer […]

Kendallville, IN · 3d

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Lifelong entertainer and owner of Stoner’s Funstore dies

Stoner owned his family business in downtown Fort Wayne, known for selling "funny goofy crap."

Fort Wayne, IN · 1d

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Whitley Humane Society Plans Pawlidays Bazaar, Photos With Santa

COLUMBIA CITY – The Humane Society of Whitley County is inviting the community to celebrate the season at its Home for the Pawlidays Craft Bazaar on Saturday, Dec. 5. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Whitley County 4-H Center, located at 680 W. Squawbuck Road in Columbia City.

Columbia City, IN · 13h
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WBCL's Former News Director Larry Bower Passes Away at 85

It’s with heavy hearts to share with you that WBCL’s former News Director, Larry Bower, has gone to be with The Lord. He had a storied, 58-year career in broadcasting across radio and TV in which he won numerous awards. Larry started at WBCL in 2000 as a part-timer and became news director in 2004, serving in that role until 2023. He was an integral part of the Morning Show with Jim, Phil, and Larry for many years and was loved by countless members of the community. He was 85. His memorial service will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 12th at Peace Lutheran Church, 4900 Fairfield Avenue, Fort Wayne, Indiana. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. Click here to see Larry's obituary.

Fort Wayne, IN · 2d
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Former Notre Dame quarterback named ABC’s next ‘Bachelor’

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - Former Notre Dame quarterback and current Washington Commanders practice squad member Sam Hartman has been named ABC’s next “Bachelor.”. Hartman will star in the hit-series’ 30th season, premiering on Sunday, March 21, 2027. Hartman played one season at Notre Dame after transferring...

South Bend, IN · 15h

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Honeywell Arts & Entertainment Announces Eight New Performances

Wabash, Ind. – Honeywell Arts & Entertainment adds eight shows to its lineup at the Honeywell Center and the Eagles Theatre. Tickets go on sale Friday, November 6, at 10 a.m. and will be available online at honeywellarts.org or by calling the Beacon Credit Union Box Office located in the Honeywell Center at 260.563.1102.

Wabash, IN · 2d

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Landon Snyder Signs with Indiana Men’s Golf

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – Homestead High School's Landon Snyder signed his national letter of intent to play collegiately for head coach Mike Mayer and the Indiana Hoosiers on Wednesday. "Landon will bring a tremendous amount of talent and passion to our Indiana men's golf program," said Coach Mayer. "He has the ability it takes to become a great collegiate golfer and has many attributes that are impossible to teach. He also has a tremendous upside, and it will be our job to help him develop the skills he will need to be successful at this level. We are thrilled that Landon...

Bloomington, IN · 2d

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Former cover band returns with album of originals

Heartland Calling are a rock outfit you are going to want to keep your eyes on out in Fort Wayne and Decatur. These guys have actually been around for quite some time, operating as My Lost Tribe from 2009-2017. During that run, they mostly played covers ranging from Johnny Cash to Foo Fighters and everything in between.

Fort Wayne, IN · 3d

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‘Turkey Rally’ gives community opportunity to donate turkey, Thanksgiving sides to Kroger, Community Harvest

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - The 2026 Turkey Rally Thanksgiving Drive is coming up. 21Alive is partnering with Community Harvest to make sure everyone in the community can have a nice meal this holiday. From 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. next Thursday, Nov. 19, community members can donate turkey and...

Fort Wayne, IN · 1d

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Ribbon cutting held for Fort Wayne Veteran Memorial Chapel

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - A ribbon-cutting ceremony and chapel rededication for the newly renovated Veteran Memorial Chapel took place on Thursday. The original chapel opened in 1948, and this renovation, the first since the Chapel was built, represents an investment of $455,000. “More than physical improvement, this project renews...

Fort Wayne, IN · 1d

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Quick Hit: Del McCoury Band

Del McCoury Band return to the area once again with a performance Saturday, Nov. 14, at Honeywell Center in Wabash. The 87-year-old leader of the band is a living legend and a pioneer in the world of bluegrass as well as a winner of two Grammy Awards and a member of the Grand Ole Opry. His music has influenced a wide range of artists from Phish and String Cheese Incident to Allison Krauss and Donna the Buffalo.

Wabash, IN · 3d

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Golf Scramble Raises $4,320 For Diabetes Fund

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY – Friends and family of Jimmy Baker recently presented the Kosciusko County Community Foundation with a check for $4,320 from proceeds of the 20th Annual Jimmy Baker Memorial Diabetes Fund golf scramble. With 64 golfers participating, the outing marked the final year of the event while continuing...

Kosciusko County, IN · 1d

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Shelly Gilliland Stitches Together Creativity, Comfort And Community

WARSAW – Shelly Gilliland only intended to make one quilt. About 20 years later, she has made more than she can count, filled a room with colorful fabrics and found a way to turn a creative hobby into a source of comfort for others. Gilliland had enjoyed sewing in...

Warsaw, IN · 12h

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Collier’s Dance Faculty, Students Attend National Convention

WARSAW – Faculty and students from Debra Collier’s School of Dance in Warsaw recently attended the Chicago National Association of Dance Masters’ Workshop in Schaumburg, Ill. Studio owner and artistic director Kristina Collier, master dance educator, five faculty members and students ranging from novice to advanced participated...

Warsaw, IN · 1d

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Fall festivities come to Randall

From apple tasting to pumpkin smashing, Randall Fest is the perfect event for autumn activities. Randall Fest was held at The Randall Center and hosted by the Stewards of Creation club on Oct. 24. Attendees celebrated fall by pumpkin carving, apple tasting, exploring trail walks and playing yard games. The...

Upland, IN · 1d

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‘The Dreamworld: A Local Film Sneak Peek Experience’ Coming to Kendallville Nov. 13

KENDALLVILLE – A local filmmaking project invites community supporters, prospective donors, creative enthusiasts, and the public to step behind the scenes for an exclusive look at “The Dreamworld,” a locally inspired film celebrating storytelling, creativity, and the legacy of Indiana literary icon Gene Stratton-Porter. “The Dreamworld: A...

Kendallville, IN · 2d

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This Indiana Museum Displays Gleaming Classic Cars Inside A 1930 Art Deco Showroom And Is A Smart Indoor Stop Before 2026 Ends

Frank Lloyd Wright once owned a 1930 Cord L-29 Cabriolet. These days, it’s parked in an Indiana museum, and you can’t take it for a spin. I’d promise to be careful, but something tells me the staff has heard that one before. The building deserves just as...

Auburn, IN · 2d

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PROGRAMMING NOTE: 21Alive News back on-air after planned tower maintenance

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - A heads-up to our viewers: We are now temporarily off-air for maintenance work on our transmitter tower. We will be back on air as soon as possible, but we anticipate being offline for about one hour. We will update this story as soon as our signal is restored.

Fort Wayne, IN · 1d