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Election Recap + The State of Black Fort Wayne Report

Today, we’re sharing an overview of the recent Fort Wayne Urban League. State of Black Fort Wayne report. And relevant to this week’s news, the report highlights the crucial role of voter participation, despite Allen County’s (historically) less-than-stellar turnout rates:. In 2024, Allen County ranked ninth lowest...

Fort Wayne, IN · 6d
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Allen County Department of Health awards $835,000 to 13 local organizations

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - The Allen County Department of Health announced Friday that it will be distributing $835,000 to 13 local organizations. The effort is part of Health First Allen County, an initiative launched in 2023 to ensure ‘a strong and stable platform to deliver Core Public Health Services prescribed by state law’.

Allen County, IN · 5d
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Fire safety education program underway

The latest session of the Decatur Fire Department’s fire safety education program is underway at the Survive Alive House in Safety Park, part of the Worthman Field complex. A total of 12 sessions will be held, continuing through Nov. 24. Fourth graders from throughout Adams County are given the...

Decatur, IN · 6d
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Local leaders speak out, claim Allen Co. building commissioner was forced to resign

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Two elected officials and one candidate came together Monday to speak out against the alleged firing of an Allen County Building Commissioner. State Representative Bob Morris (R - Fort Wayne), Allen County Councilman Paul Lagemann, and Republican Allen County Board of Commissioners candidate Paul Moss say Joseph Hutter was forced to resign.

Allen County, IN · 8d
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Measles confirmed in Steuben County

ANGOLA,IN (WTVB) – A confirmed case of measles has been reported in an adult resident of Steuben County, prompting local health officials and school districts to issue proactive advisories. The Indiana Department of Health added Steuben County to its official tracking dashboard on Monday, making it the eighth county...

Steuben County, IN · 8d

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Main Street bringing back festive displays

Lighted displays which helped lend a festive holiday atmosphere to downtown Decatur last year are due to return for the upcoming Christmas season – and there will be more than before!. Decatur Main Street brought the brightness to downtown in ’25 and four of its representatives showed up at...

Decatur, IN · 7d

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Vote for top bites at Taste of Noble County

Here’s a November ballot you can enjoy. Diners can cast a ballot with their dinner at the 10th annual Taste of Noble County from 4-8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, at Community Learning Center in Kendallville, where ballots direct 25 percent of gross ticket sales straight to local charities. The...

Noble County, IN · 7d

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Mayor responds to community concerns surrounding Huntington individuals dressed in Ku Klux Klan attire

21Alive reached out to Huntington Mayor Richard Strick, who said one of the individuals has since apologized following the backlash. “We are very aware of the incident in question and the subsequent discussions on social media. Indiana’s history with the KKK is a serious and painful chapter for our state....

Huntington, IN · 10d

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INDOT plans overnight traffic signal work at several Fort Wayne intersections

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WOWO) — Drivers could encounter overnight lane restrictions and temporary traffic signal disruptions at several Fort Wayne intersections as the Indiana Department of Transportation makes signal upgrades. Crews are scheduled to work during the week of Nov. 2, between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m., replacing traffic...

Fort Wayne, IN · 9d

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Fort Wayne residents weigh in on casino ballot question ahead of election day

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Should inland casino gambling be allowed in your county? If you live in Allen, Steuben, or DeKalb, that is one of the more controversial questions appearing on your ballot this year. Read all related coverage here. In Fort Wayne, the proposal has sparked a wide...

Fort Wayne, IN · 8d

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Allen County receives $27.8 million grant for Scott Road railroad project

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WOWO) — Allen County has received nearly $27.9 million in federal funding to advance plans for improvements at the Scott Road railroad crossing. The $27,878,116 grant comes from the Federal Rail Administration’s Railroad Crossing Elimination program. It will fund project development, final design and construction of the C.R.O.S.S. Scott Road Project.

Allen County, IN · 8d

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Election Day highlights • Mayor's committee on Black Fort Wayne report • The Phil After Dark's 80s dance party!

Quick heads up: We, The Local's Co-Founders, Kara and Mike, are taking a three-month parental leave from the newsletter to welcome Baby No. 2 into our family. Thankfully, we have a highly capable team who will be taking over while we're gone, including our regular contributors: Rachel Horton, Chrystel Lopez, and Jeff Blossom. Don't hesitate to email them with questions and story tips at thelocalfortwayne@gmail.com. Now, back to this week’s news!

Fort Wayne, IN · 8d

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Smith-Green Community Schools Board At-Large race results

CHURUBUSCO, Ind. (WANE) — Two at-large seats on the Smith-Green Community Schools board were up for grabs between three candidates in Tuesday’s election. The results will be updated here once they are confirmed. Incumbent Kassie Taksey (R-District 1) has held one of the at-large seats since 2023 and ran for reelection. She was up against […]

Churubusco, IN · 7d

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Rep. Phil GiaQuinta reelected to serve as Indiana House Democratic Leader

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Democratic State Rep. Phil GiaQuinta was reelected on Wednesday as the Indiana House Democratic Leader. GiaQuinta currently represents House District 80, which serves portions of Allen County. He was selected alongside State Rep. Cherrish Pryor (D-Indianapolis) and State Rep. Carey Hamilton (D-Indianapolis), who were reelected...

Indiana · 6d

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‘A rage wave’: Allen County GOP grapples with historic losses

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - For decades, the Allen County Republican Party’s post-election luncheon on the Wednesday following an election has served as a victory celebration. This year, it was an examination of historic defeats, and the start of a brewing debate over the future of the local party.

Allen County, IN · 6d

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Van Wert County Backs Republicans at Home as Democrats Win Statewide Races

VAN WERT — Van Wert County voters backed Republican candidates by wide margins in the Nov. 3, 2026, general election, even as Democrats won the same races statewide, according to unofficial results reported by the Associated Press and the Ohio Secretary of State. All results remain unofficial until the Van Wert County Board of Elections […]

Van Wert County, OH · 6d

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Flags in Wells County to be flown at half-staff in honor of former mayor

Friday's directive aligns with Ted Ellis' funeral.

Wells County, IN · 7d

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Lindblom Gift Expands the Fort Wayne Restoration Shop

NEW HAVEN, Ind. — Former president Art Lindblom has given the Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society more than $1.4 million, the largest single gift in its history, to expand the restoration shop at 15808 Edgerton Road. The society announced the gift on October 28. The enlarged building will be named the Art Lindblom Locomotive Shop.

Fort Wayne, IN · 7d

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County voters show up at 44% rate

Initial results from election officials in Adams County have shown a 44% turnout rate for Tuesday’s midterm election. 8708 voters turned out, either in early voting or election day button-pushing, out of 19,761 registered voters. Republicans dominated the results, as expected. County voters cast 2556 straight-ticket Republican ballots to...

Adams County, IN · 7d