FOOD & DRINK
Mac & Cheese Festival coming to Fort Wayne
The Mac & Cheese Festival makes its debut in the northeastern Indiana city on July 13. Following the success of a macaroni and cheese event in Kalamazoo, Michigan, in 2019, Outlier Events in collaboration with the Michigan Dairy Farmers has been spreading the love for mac and cheese across the Midwest.
Powers Hamburgers officially reopens for business
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Powers Hamburgers officially reopened for business Tuesday morning after announcing its new hours of operation last week. The burger spot reopened its doors under new ownership at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, April 23. Leaders announced on the restaurant’s Facebook page that it will be open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Thursdays through Saturdays.
All four falcon eggs hatch on top pf the I&M building
FORT WAYNE, Ind (WFFT) -- Then there were four. All four falcon eggs hatched on the tallest building in Fort Wayne. This tradition still gets people excited. The eggs remain on top of the Indiana Michigan Power Building. I&M works with Soarin' Hawk Raptor Rehab to help band and care...
Wild on WANE: Zoo Membership Benefits
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – From early access to special events to getting the best per-visit value – there can be a lot of advantages to having a membership at the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo. In fact, more than 17,000 families have one. “The cheapest way to...
Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation offer free tree seedlings to celebrate Arbor Day
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - This year, Fort Wayne residents can celebrate Arbor Day by planting tree seedlings provided by Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation. The Parks and Recreation Department announced Monday morning it has partnered with Trees Indiana to give out over 200 seedlings (one per household) to the public. Seedlings offered include White Oak, Butternut and Black Walnut tree seedlings, according to the announcement.
Fort Wayne K-9 to receive special body armor
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Lutheran Health Network’s (LHN) public safety K-9, Pisti, is set to receive a bullet and stab protective vest that reads “In memory of Apollo Creed” in the coming weeks, according to network leaders. Leaders say this gift is possible thanks to a...
Huntington artist designs stamps now available for purchase at USPS locations
A Huntington artist's postage stamps are now available for purchase at United States Postal Service (USPS) locations. Kim Parker designed both a wedding and a celebration postage stamp. The Huntington Post Office held a meet and greet for one of their own residents. The stamps both feature floral designs. The...
Fort Wayne Animal Care & Control save injured fox
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - An injured fox was recently saved after professionals suspect it was hit by a car, Fort Wayne Animal Care & Control (FWACC) shared on Facebook Wednesday morning. FWACC leaders say they received a tip on Friday, April 19, regarding an injured fox. After receiving the...
Project Ballet: Snow White
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - We head out to Project Ballet to chat with the star of the upcoming production, Snow White and to learn more about the scholarship program that they offer to their students. Project Ballet is located at 921 Northcrest Shopping Ctr, Fort Wayne, IN 46805. Phone:...
Black Canyon: Patio Drinks & Sweet Potato Fries
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - It’s Martini Monday, which means you can find us at Black Canyon Restaurant! Today we were trying out some of their new Patio Drinks menu items that you can enjoy for yourself this season. To enjoy these menu items and more head to Black...
Fort Wayne International Airport announces zero discrepancies for 10th year
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) - Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) announced it has gone 10 years without any discrepancies in its annual Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) safety and certification inspection. The most recent annual inspection took place April 3-4 and was administered by the FAA Great Lakes Region Airport Certification...
Maumee Mary & Joseph Comedy Festival returns following COVID hiatus
Participants in the .5K Silly Walk, based off of a Monty Python sketch, did a lap around Promenade Park and showed off their best "silly walk" to the judges on the Wells Street Bridge on Saturday. The event brought in family pairs, bachelorette parties and fans of comedy alike. The...
Fort Wayne Farmers Market making permanent move to Electric Works
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) The location of the Fort Wayne Farmers Market has changed several times over the past several years, but it now appears it has found a permanent home for both the summer and the indoor season. In a Facebook post Sunday, the market announced it will be...
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