Fort Wayne IN

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - A theatre workshop in Fort Wayne is encouraging actors of all ages and abilities to exercise their skills. TekVenture Makerspace is hosting ‘Playing With Plays’ every Saturday this January. From 2 to 3:30 p.m. each weekend, community members are invited to the organization’s...

NORTHEAST INDIANA (WANE) — Huntington and Wabash county animal shelters are closed to the public after rescuing over 70 animals combined on Friday and Saturday. Dec. 27, 2025, leaders at the Wabash County Animal Shelter were notified of a home southeast of downtown Wabash that had “quite a few beagles.” When the...

Fort Wayne’s Tex-Mex scene is a flavorful blend of tradition and innovation, offering everything from vibrant cantinas to family-friendly favorites. Here are five top spots:. Located on The Landing, Mercado blends traditional Mexican fare with West Coast influences in a vibrant, energetic setting. The bright décor...

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WOWO) – A local Fort Wayne business is making the “Dry January” challenge easier this year. Swizzle, Fort Wayne’s first alcohol-free bottle shop, opened two years ago, with shelves stocked with craft beers and cocktails, all containing no alcohol. The owner, Crystal Vann...

A Fort Wayne man was arrested after a police chase on New Year’s Eve in Steuben County. An Indiana State Police trooper was on I-69 just before 9:30 a.m. and saw a car going 35 miles per hour over the speed limit. Police say 21-year-old Dakota Carter refused to...

HUNTINGTON COUNTY, Ind. (WPTA) - The Huntington County Humane Society is temporarily closed. According to the animal shelter, its staff assisted on Friday with a large-scale hoarding case involving hundreds of animals across multiple species. The animal shelter says more than 40 animals were impounded and brought...

FORT WAYNE — The Fort Wayne Farm Show will return Jan. 13-15, 2026, filling the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum with one of the nation’s largest gatherings of agricultural equipment, technology and services. Admission to the event is free, and the show is open to the public. The...

Purdue Fort Wayne used a 21-3 run over the first eight minutes of the game to take complete control at Oakland in Friday's win.

Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Fort Wayne, IN – Residents seeking police reports or law enforcement recordings from the Fort Wayne Police Department will now need to submit requests online, following a department-wide procedural change...

Huntington County offers a welcoming and diverse nightlife scene where locals and visitors can relax, connect, and enjoy a night out. From classic neighborhood bars to lively sports lounges and interactive entertainment, there’s something for every style of evening. Whether you’re visiting for the weekend or planning...