The Waynedale News

07/03/2025

While you're grabbing those burgers at hot dogs for your 4th of July cookout, make sure to grab a few items from this list and help us fill 300 backpacks for local school kids!
Need more details? Find them at avalonmc.com/backtoschool

07/03/2025

Settlers Inc. are looking for volunteers to assist in their garden in East Swinney Park. Enjoy some sunshine, make new friends and help an awesome organization at the same time!

07/03/2025

🇺🇸 We're celebrating the Red, White & Blue in our latest edition. Delivery of our 4th of July Weekend feature starts today!

Lately, we've been working to accommodate a quickly growing readership as newspaper carriers work to refill racks! If you find an empty rack or have a location that you think we should deliver to, please let us know.

Each edition of our newspaper is enjoyed by tens of thousands of readers throughout Fort Wayne, Indiana. Delivered to homes and available for pickup at over 250 local businesses across
South & Southwest Fort Wayne, The Waynedale News provides localized news coverage focused on the Waynedale, Aboite, Southtown, Downtown, & 46807 districts.

As the largest independent newspaper in the city, The Waynedale News serves as an unbiased source of positive, family-friendly news. Celebrating 92 years in print, our newspaper remains a popular, free community resource, an independent voice, and a historical record, supported entirely by advertisers and private donations.

06/28/2025

☝️ Steps To Take Following A Job Loss

Perhaps you’ve heard the expression: “Life is what happens when you’re busy making other plans.” It’s certainly true about an unexpected job loss. And it may cause stress over your financial situation. . . Continue Reading: http://dlvr.it/TLcHL3

06/27/2025

🎇 Soon: Downtown 4th Of July Fireworks

The City of Fort Wayne announced the Indiana Michigan Power Center in downtown Fort Wayne will again be the location for this year’s Fourth of July fireworks show. . . More info: http://dlvr.it/TLbwZ5

06/27/2025

🛶 Stay Safe on The Water This Summer

With summer here, Indiana Conservation Officers remind Hoosiers to make water safety a priority throughout the summer. “We urge everyone to recognize the danger water poses,” said Capt. Jet Quillen. Here are some basic water safety tips: http://dlvr.it/TLbPC1

06/26/2025

🐕 FWPD Body Cams Capture Heroic Dog Rescue During Fire

At approximately 12:25 a.m. on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, Fort Wayne Police Department officers responded to a structure fire reported in the 3700 block of South Hanna Street. Upon arrival, officers observed a detached garage fully engulfed in flames, with the fire rapidly spreading to nearby homes. . . See the video: http://dlvr.it/TLZvGY

06/26/2025

💦 Celebrating 25 Years Of High Quality H2O

City Utilities’ Three Rivers Filtration Plant has earned national recognition for its unwavering commitment to water quality and operational excellence. The filtration plant was the recipient of the 25-Year Directors Award from the Partnership for Safe Water. . . Read on: http://dlvr.it/TLZKqh

06/26/2025

06/25/2025

🏊 The Story Of The Swim Suit: The History of Ordinary Things

From human beginnings, swimming and bathing were done naked. During the 1500-1700s, swimming was considered immoral and had to be justified on health grounds. Modesty in the 1800s Victorian era was an issue at home as well as at the beach. . . Continue Reading: http://dlvr.it/TLYq2l

06/25/2025

06/25/2025

🦆 Waddle To The Duck Race To Benefit Iris Family Support Center

Tickets are on sale for the 37th Annual Weigand Construction Duck Race to Benefit Iris Family Support Center! Each duck ticket represents a chance to win $5,000 while being part of creating meaningful change for children and families in our community. . . Read More: http://dlvr.it/TLYFZ7