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• Starbucks planned for Decatur

  23-09-2024 23:37 via wane.com
  
  DECATUR, Ind. (WANE) - Decatur residents will soon have a shorter drive to get to Starbucks.
  A sign advertising the future site of the national coffee shop chain is up at the corner of 13th Street and Nuttman Avenue. A Fort Wayne-based development firmed called Strategic Growth Advisors LLC owns the plat of land where the coffee shop is to be built, according to Adams County tax records.
  The website for Strategic Growth Advisors touts the company's specialties as banks, credit unions, national r
  
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• Starbucks planned for 13th Street in Decatur

  23-09-2024 23:37 via wane.com
  
  DECATUR, Ind. (WANE) - Decatur residents will soon have a shorter drive to get to Starbucks.
  A sign advertising the future site of the national coffee shop chain is up at the corner of 13th Street and Nuttman Avenue. A Fort Wayne-based development firmed called Strategic Growth Advisors LLC owns the plot of land where the coffee shop is to be built, according to Adams County tax records.The website for Strategic Growth Advisors touts the company's specialties as banks, credit unions, national re
  
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• 4 Fort Wayne strip malls to be auctioned after owner faces fraud charges

  23-09-2024 23:37 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE)— Four Fort Wayne strip malls will be auctioned of on October 8 after the CEO of the company that owns them, Jonathan Larmore, has been federally charged for committing fraud.According to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, Larmore carried out a multi-year scheme using tens of millions of dollars of his investors' money to support a "lavish lifestyle." The commission alleges that he used that money for private jets, yachts, and expensive homes.The Fort
  
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• Full House Resorts unveils location of proposed New Haven casino

  23-09-2024 23:15 via wane.com
  
  NEW HAVEN, Ind. (WANE) — Just ahead of a meeting Monday night discussing a casino proposed in New Haven, WANE 15 learned its location.
  Set for a 65.5-acre lot on the corner of South Doyle and Harper roads, the $500 million casino is being put forward by Full House Resorts."We're seeing what kind of support we have from the local governing bodies and we'll go from there," said Alex Stolyar, Chief Development Officer with Full House Resorts.
  Full House owns the Rising Sun casino in Ohio Coun
  
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• Powers Hamburgers to reopen in October following electrical fire

  23-09-2024 22:52 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - Nearly four months after a fire forced its temporary closure, Powers will again be serving up burgers at its original location.
  Powers Hamburgers announced Monday the restaurant will open its doors Oct. 16 at 10 a.m.It had reopened under new ownership in the spring, but an electrical fire on June 25 caused the restaurant at Harrison and Brackenridge streets to close.In the aftermath of the fire, the community could still get their Powers fix at a food truck and at Elect
  
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• In Your Hometown: Garrett Historic District

  23-09-2024 22:49 via wane.com
  
  *This story is part of WANE 15’s In Your Hometown series where we will be highlighting three local cities on-air and online during the next few Mondays.GARRETT, Ind. (WANE) -- While Garrett history is commonly associated with its ties to the railroad, the city also contains many ancillary artifacts of the past that are still in use today.In 1983, the Garrett Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places in order to highlight and preserve many of the homes, churche
  
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• At-home flu vaccine authorized by FDA

  23-09-2024 21:20 via wane.com
  
  (NewsNation) — The Food and Drug Administration has approved an at-home flu vaccine that can be acquired from online pharmacies.FluMist, a nasal spray vaccine produced by AstraZeneca, is approved for and can be self-administered to 2-year-olds up to 49-year-olds.The vaccine, which must be prescribed before purchase, has been available since 2003 for ages 5 to 49 but is now more widely available. It is currently the only self-administered flu vaccine on the market. It may also be given by a
  
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• Scattered rain tonight and tomorrow

  23-09-2024 21:14 via wane.com
  
  The arrival of fall has come at the same time as the arrival of much cooler air. You can expect highs in the 70s all week long. Additional periods of scattered showers and a few storms are in the forecast tonight and through the day tomorrow. No severe weather is expected. Latest on tornado touchdown in Jay County Sunday nightOur evening temps start off near 70° and fall through the 60s. It'll be good weather for a light jacket, if you'll be out and about. Early morning temps will be in the
  
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• 1 dead, 1 in critical condition after crash in northeast Allen County

  23-09-2024 21:05 via wane.com
  
  ALLEN COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) - The Allen County Sheriff's Department is investigating a fatal crash Monday in the northeast corner of the county.The crash happened before 3 p.m. at the intersection of SR 101 and Hurshtown Road in Springfield Township.Sgt. Adam Griffith confirmed one person died and another was in critical condition after the crash.It's unclear how many vehicles crashed or how many other people were involved.Afternoon traffic appeared to be backed up at the intersection.WANE 15 has
  
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• 1 dead, 1 in critical condition after ATV crashes into semi in northeast Allen County

  23-09-2024 21:05 via wane.com
  
  ALLEN COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) - A man died and a woman was in critical condition Monday after the four-wheeler they were riding crashed with a semitrailer in northeast Allen County.The crash happened just before 2:30 p.m. at the intersection of SR 101 and Hurshtown Road in Springfield Township.The initial investigation revealed the four-wheeler drove from a yard onto SR 101 and hit the side of the semi, according to Sgt. Adam Griffith with the Allen County Sheriff's Department. The man driving the f
  
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• In Your Hometown: The organization clothing the Garrett community for over 10 years

  23-09-2024 21:00 via wane.com
  
  *This story is part of WANE 15’s In Your Hometown series where we will be highlighting three local cities on-air and online during the next few Mondays.GARRETT, Ind. (WANE) — Gina Walker was a long-time member of the First Church of Christ in Garrett, where she was described to have a servant heart.After conjuring up the idea of hosting a clothing drive for her local church, she knew this was a way to give back and help her community.Sadly, Gina passed away in 2017, but her church fa
  
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• In Your Hometown: Silver Screen Cinema back open after a decade

  23-09-2024 21:00 via wane.com
  
  *This story is part of WANE 15’s In Your Hometown series where we will be highlighting three local cities on-air and online during the next few Mondays.GARRETT, Ind. (WANE) — When you step inside the Silver Screen Cinema in Garrett, expect to be transported almost 80 years back in time."It's been here since 1939; it is the oldest indoor theater in the county," said Bruce Babbit, longtime owner of the theater.It's one of the last single screen theaters of its kind, sitting up to 300 p
  
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• Rain chances tonight and tomorrow

  23-09-2024 20:23 via wane.com
  
  The arrival of fall has come at the same time as the arrival of much cooler air. You can expect highs in the 70s all week long. Additional periods of scattered showers and a few storms are in the forecast tonight and through the day tomorrow. No severe weather is expected. Latest on tornado touchdown in Jay County Sunday nightOur evening temps start off near 70° and fall through the 60s. It'll be good weather for a light jacket, if you'll be out and about. Early morning temps will be in the
  
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• US is sending more troops to the Middle East as violence rises between Israel and Hezbollah

  23-09-2024 19:00 via wane.com
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. is sending additional troops to the Middle East in response to a sharp spike in violence between Israel and Hezbollah forces in Lebanon that has raised the risk of a greater regional war, the Pentagon said Monday.Pentagon press secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder would provide no details on how many additional forces or what they would be tasked to do. The U.S. currently has about 40,000 troops in the region.“In light of increased tension in the Middle East and o
  
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• Why there are two 'Monday Night Football' games today, and how to catch them

  23-09-2024 16:40 via wane.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) -- What's better than one Monday Night Football game? Two Monday Night Football games - at least that's what the NFL thinks.
  Unlike the first two weeks, the third week of the NFL season will conclude with the first Monday night doubleheader of the season. It will start with the Jacksonville Jaguars taking on the Buffalo Bills, then the Washington Commanders will face off against the Cincinnati Bengals.Why do football fans get to enjoy two games on a night traditionally reserved for a s
  
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• Here's why gas prices have inched higher

  23-09-2024 16:39 via wane.com
  
  (GasBuddy) For the first time in 8 weeks, the national average price of gasoline edged higher, rising 1.2 cents compared to a week ago, and stands at $3.16 per gallon Monday, according to GasBuddy® data compiled from more than 12 million individual price reports covering over 150,000 gas stations across the country. The national average is down 18.8 cents from a month ago and is 67.4 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has fallen 2.1 cents in the last
  
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• Delphi murders: Defense wants jury to see crime scene firsthand

  23-09-2024 16:20 via wane.com
  
  CARROLL COUNTY, Ind. – Defense attorneys for Delphi murders suspect Richard Allen want jurors to see the crime scene firsthand.In a motion filed Monday in Carroll Circuit Court, Allen’s defense team asked the court that empaneled jurors “be transported to the Freedom Bridge, the Monon High Bridge and to the site where the bodies of the victims were located, as well as the site of the old CPS building were the prosecution claims Richard Allen’s vehicle was parked between 1
  
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• In Ohio, drought and shifting weather patterns affect North America's largest native fruit

  23-09-2024 16:10 via wane.com
  
  WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE, Ohio (AP) — Stubborn drought in Ohio and the shifting weather patterns influenced by climate change appear to be affecting North America’s largest native fruit: the pawpaw.Avocado-sized with a taste sometimes described as a cross between a mango and banana, the pawpaw is beloved by many but rarely seen in grocery stores in the U.S. due to its short shelf life. The fruit grows along the east coast of North America from Ontario, Canada, to South Florida. But in
  
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• One killed, 4 hurt when SUV rear-ends buggy in Kosciusko County

  23-09-2024 15:06 via wane.com
  
  KOSCIUSKO COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) A woman died Sunday evening and four other people were hurt when an SUV rear-ended a horse drawn buggy in northwest Kosciusko County.The crash took place just before 8:30 p.m. on State Road 19 in Scott Township. according to a press release from the Kosciusko County Sheriff's Office.
  The preliminary investigation determined that the buggy, with a family from Nappanee, was heading south on State Road 19 when it was hit from behind by a Ford Flex driven by Matthew Jou
  
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• Photos show storm damage to Jay County Jr-Sr High School

  23-09-2024 14:08 via wane.com
  
  PORTLAND, Ind. (WANE) A strong storm swept through north central Indiana on Sunday, September 22, spawning a tornado that caused damage to homes and businesses in the area, including Jay County Jr./Sr. High School.
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• Watch: Tornado touches down near Muncie

  23-09-2024 13:35 via wane.com
  
  MUNCIE, Ind. (WANE) A funnel cloud was spotted near Muncie, Indiana, amid reports a tornado touched down nearby on September 22.This footage, filmed by X user @lets_go_logano, shows dark clouds rotating near a road in Muncie on Sunday.The National Weather Service confirmed a tornado had hit the nearby town of Yorktown.Delaware County Emergency Management reported significant damage to a commercial structure in the Cammack area due to the storm.
  
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• Watch: Funnel cloud spotted near Muncie

  23-09-2024 13:35 via wane.com
  
  MUNCIE, Ind. (WANE) A funnel cloud was spotted near Muncie, Indiana, amid reports a tornado touched down nearby on September 22.This footage, filmed by X user @lets_go_logano, shows dark clouds rotating near a road in Muncie on Sunday.The National Weather Service confirmed a tornado had hit the nearby town of Yorktown.Delaware County Emergency Management reported significant damage to a commercial structure in the Cammack area due to the storm.
  
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• Neighbors growing together is Positively Fort Wayne

  23-09-2024 12:25 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - When the Villages of Hanna comes up during a conversation, it's not always positive. However, a community garden at the complex is rooted in Jeremiah 29 in the bible, "...plant gardens and eat their produce." And it makes the Villages of Hanna Positively Fort Wayne.Behind wooden gates at the Villages of Hanna is a garden oasis chock-full of fresh produce. When people walk by the wooden fence and see inside, most can't believe what they see, calling it a whole different
  
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• Apply now for the 'Pay It Forward' scholarship

  23-09-2024 11:30 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - WANE 15 is once again teaming up with the University of Saint Francis for its Pay It Forward scholarship.One student will be awarded a full-tuition and fees scholarship to USF, and two students will win half-tuition scholarships. The application window is now open. High school seniors interested in the scholarship are asked to write an essay explaining how they go above and beyond to serve others and “Pay It Forward” in their own communities. Huntington Nort
  
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• Temperatures tumble with more rain on the way

  23-09-2024 09:52 via wane.com
  
  The arrival of fall is bringing much cooler air to the region today with high temperatures in the 70s instead of the 80s. Showers and storms are likely tonight and some places could experience over an inch of rain.Jay Co. Sheriff: Heavy damage after possible tornado touchdownThis morning you won't see much change as temperatures will only rise into the upper 60s by lunchtime.Cool air will continue to stream in from the north today and high temperatures will only be in the lower 70s by late after
  
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• Pulling ahead: Girls flag football growing in Fort Wayne

  23-09-2024 05:06 via wane.com
  
  FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) - Friday nights in the fall are all about the gridiron game. From time to time, girl football players will step up and make an impact throughout northeast Indiana.
  Will there ever come a time when the ladies have a league of their own? That may be coming to fruition in the near future.For the first time this fall, all five FWCS high schools are sponsoring a girls flag football team. In partnership with the Indianapolis Colts, North Side, South Side, Northrop, Snider and W
  
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• Jay Co. Sheriff: Heavy damage after possible tornado touchdown

  23-09-2024 02:27 via wane.com
  PORTLAND, Ind. (WANE)— The Jay County Sheriff's department posted an alert on their Facebook page just before 8 p.m. Sunday night that an apparent tornado had touched down just outside of Portland.The Sheriff's department confirmed to WANE 15 that there is heavy damage to Jay County Jr./Sr. High School with part of the roof being ripped off. They also posted that Tyson Rd. in Portland is closed at this time until further notice.This is a developing story and WANE 15 is working to lear
  
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• Confirmed tornado in Jay County, Heavy damage reported across Portland

  23-09-2024 02:27 via wane.com
  
  PORTLAND, Ind. (WANE)— The National Weather service confirmed a tornado touched down in Portland, Jay County on Sunday night.Jay County Jr./Sr. High School was heavily damaged with part of the roof being ripped off. Nearby homes sustained damage as well. The sheriff's department is asking all residents stay inside unless it's an emergency.The National Weather service will have to continue surveying the damage on Monday to determine how strong the tornado was.According to WANE 15 Chief
  
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• More rain ahead this week

  23-09-2024 00:33 via wane.com
  
  As we progress through the evening hours, chances for showers, and a thunderstorm or two, continue under mostly cloudy skies. Temperatures fall through the 70s.Most of our rain chances will be out by 2 AM. Most rainfall amounts are expected to be up to around 0.5", but locally higher amounts may occur in the heavier rain bands or storms.We see a pause in substantial rain chances on Monday, with only a slight chance for rain. More rain is on the way for Tuesday.Humidity levels tonight and Tuesday
  
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