A new, multi-use segment of the Pufferbelly Trail is complete! This 2 mile extension from Washington Center Road to Wallen Road will allow residents who live in northwest Fort Wayne to ride their bikes all the way downtown due to the numerous safe connections the trail provides. The segment connects northwest neighborhoods with Northrop High […]
You are invited to Holly Trolley Shopping presented by the Downtown Improvement District on Saturday, November 24th, from 11:00am-5:00pm in conjunction with Shop Small Saturday. With its emphasis on small businesses, unique gifts, and a stress free environment, Holly Trolley isn’t just a shopping trip, it’s an experience you will look forward to! New this […]
Jeff Ellis & Associates awarded the Fort Wayne Parks & Recreation Department the 2018 Platinum International Aquatics Safety Award to the Lifeguard Staff for consistently and exceeding the criteria for aquatic safety. Founded in 1983, Jeff Ellis & Associates, Inc. (E&A) is an International Aquatic Safety and Risk Management Consulting firm dedicated to the prevention […]
More leaves fell this week and residents of the City’s south neighborhoods should have leaves raked to the curb by Monday, November 5, 2018. Each of the City’s more than 400 neighborhoods will receive two pick-ups during leaf collection season. For curbside leaf collection residents should rake leaves to the curb or park strip in […]
In a continued effort to empower and address the needs of crime victims impacted by violence and abuse, Mayor Tom Henry’s Commission on Domestic Violence, Rape and Sexual Assault has launched a new website: www.endtheviolencefortwayne.org. The website includes a “Get Help Now” button with information about what to do if the victim is in immediate […]
Fort Wayne Trails announced that they have been awarded a $10,000 Impact Grant from General Motors for Vehicle and Road Safety. The grant will help fund a program called “Where the Trail Meets the Road” in partnership with Bicycle Friendly Fort Wayne; League Certified Instructor Training will be provided through the League of American Bicyclists, […]
Street Department crews began this year’s leaf collection in neighborhoods in the central portion of the City at 7:00 a.m. Monday, October 29. Each of the City’s more than 400 neighborhoods will receive two pick-ups over the next seven weeks. “We realize many leaves are still on our trees, but we have seen some residents […]
Fort Wayne Community Schools will host its annual Showcase from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 3, at Northrop High School, 7001 Coldwater Road. Showcase is held each year to give families an opportunity to learn more about the variety of educational options available within FWCS. In addition to highlighting FWCS’ many programs and support services, […]
The Downtown Improvement District is excited to announce the return of the Downtown Holiday Window Decorating Contest! This is a great opportunity for any Downtown business, organization, restaurant, etc. to join in the holiday cheer by decorating their window. Since its inception in 2015, the annual contest has enjoyed great success as businesses join together […]
Tonight’s passage of the City of Fort Wayne budget for 2019 provides us an opportunity to look ahead with optimism as we continue to experience momentum and excitement in our community. The 2019 budget reflects the needs and expectations of our residents, neighborhoods and businesses with an ongoing commitment to investing in neighborhood infrastructure improvements, […]
Officials at the Alliance of Indiana Rural Water have found the best-tasting water in Indiana. On October 17th, 2018, Fort Wayne City Utilities – Three Rivers Filtration Plant was announced as the winner of a state-wide competition to identify the tastiest rural water in the state. The competition was conducted during lunch on the first […]
On the 11th hour of the 11th day of November in 1918, the Armistice was signed, ending World War I. A century later, our community comes together to remember our local heroes who served and died in “The War to End All Wars.” As part of Fort Wayne’s Veterans Day weekend events, the community is […]
