One-hour non-certified class available to anyone 12 and older
Mayor Tom Henry in cooperation with the Three Rivers CPR Task Force will offer free hands-only CPR training as part of “Don't Miss a Beat” at the Regional Public Safety Academy, 7602 Patriot Crossing, May 2.
The one-hour class,...
A vital part of Fort Wayne's beautiful and extensive greenway system is the volunteer Greenway Rangers.
These volunteers are the eyes of the system and are a key to maintaining the City's trails.
“By being out on the trails at least once per week, our Rangers keep tabs on the condition of our...
Groups to participate in City's annual spring cleaning of parks, trails, playgrounds, streets, riverbanks
Neighborhood associations, businesses, faith-based organizations and other volunteer groups can now register online for the City of Fort Wayne's annual spring clean-up. The online...
Fourth Street between Clinton Street and Spy Run Avenue has reopened now that the water has receded and the stoplog structures at Spy Run and Fourth have been removed.
To ensure safety the City of Fort Wayne is temporarily closing a nearly four mile stretch of the rivergreenway on the City's east side.
The Maumee Pathway between Pemberton Drive and North River Road is still flooded in some locations.
Last week's flooding damaged the trail, and a portion of...
The Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce that Shoaff Park and McMillen Park golf courses are now open. Please note the following:
The driving range at Shoaff Park will not open until the flood water recedes, hopefully by mid-week.
The McMillen Park driving range is open...
Clay removed from Spy Run Creek bridge area
North Clinton Street between State Street and Superior Avenue is now fully reopened to all traffic. The City of Fort Wayne removed the clay dikes that were put up Friday as part of flood control efforts.
The Indiana Department of Transportation is...
Information will help compile damage assessment
The Fort Wayne-Allen County Office of Homeland Security is encouraging City and County residents who have experienced moderate to severe flood damage this week to contact the Indiana Department of Homeland Security.
Reports of the damage can be made...
Waters Recede: Most Streets Now Passable
City crews have now re-opened many of the roads and streets previously closed due to floodwaters. Motorists may now safely drive:
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Calhoun South of Baker
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Ardmore from Covington to Taylor
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Columbia at Anthony
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Delta at Anthony
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Auburn north of Wallen
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Winchester Road at
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Media campaign reminds motorists not to drive through high water
In cooperation with the Maumee River Basin Commission, Mayor Tom Henry has proclaimed next week, March 16 through March 20, Flood Safety Awareness Week.
The timing of the awareness week is coincidental to the recent flooding.
“This...
Traffic restrictions continue as City fights flooding
City crews continue to monitor several areas throughout the city as flood waters begin their slow recession. The Maumee crested about midnight and flood protection measures remain in place.
Crews have been out overnight salting the roads which...
Replacements happening on E. Sherwood Terrace and Reed Street
City Utilities Water Maintenance Service will replace broken water valves in the 200 block of E. Sherwood Terrace and the 4000 block of Reed Street this morning. The repair will turn off water service from about 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to the...
Griswold closed between Tennessee and Spy Run
The City of Fort Wayne has reopened all lanes on Spy Run Avenue now that the water has receded.
Griswold Drive is now closed between Tennessee Avenue and Spy Run.
The City of Fort Wayne will issue road updates throughout the day as streets reopen...
Waters Receding: Other Streets and Roads Remain Closed
Late this evening, City crews determined that flood waters had receded enough to allow State Street to re-open. Crews continue to monitor conditions and will re-open additional streets and roads as they become safely passable throughout the...
Available for residents concerned about flooding on their property
The City of Fort Wayne is offering sand and sandbags at the north side of the IPFW campus for residents starting at 3 p.m. today.
Those going to make sandbags need to turn west onto Broyles Boulevard from St. Joe Road and then turn...
Drivers should not attempt drive around barricades or drive through high water
The City of Fort Wayne has closed two more streets because of high water:
'¢ Smith Road between Engle and Covington
'¢ Sherman Boulevard between Burgess and High
Other City roadways closed from high water are:
'¢ ...
Trucks to continue to use Coliseum, Washington detour
North Clinton Street (US 27 South) is now open but is restricted to two lanes from State Boulevard to Superior Street. City crews successfully constructed temporary clay dikes along Clinton Street to keep the street open.
Southbound truck...
Research to Aid Mayor, Community in Assessing Potential in High-Profile Opportunity
Advancing the community's investigation of the gaming issue, Mayor Tom Henry today announced the release of two studies commissioned by the City of Fort Wayne on the topic. The research consisted of an...
Traffic restricted as City builds dikes to contain, pump out flood water
North Clinton Street (US 27 South) from State Boulevard to Superior Street is closed until at least 6 p.m. because of high water at Spy Run Creek. City crews are constructing temporary clay dikes along Clinton Street near the...
Water has gone down at the intersection of Calhoun Street at Tillman Road and the streets are now open.
