Kymmi Amato

Indiana

Digital Content Producer at WFFT-TV (Fort Wayne, IN)

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Downtown Wabash's First Friday theme in July will be 'BBQ in the Bash'

Jun 28, 2024 | wfft.com | Kymmi Amato

WABASH, Ind. (WFFT) - Downtown Wabash announced its July First Friday: BBQ in the Bash, will be on July 5 from 5-9 p.m.First Friday attendees are encouraged to embrace the backyard BBQ vibes by joining in for the cornhole tournament, enjoying live music, going on a shopping spree and taking part in downtown dining offerings. Bachelor Creek Church will host the cornhole tourney on Miami Street that will be open to all ages.
Bicyclist injured after being hit by vehicle

Jun 28, 2024 | wfft.com | Kymmi Amato

DEKALB COUNTY, Ind. (WFFT) - A bicyclist was injured when he was hit by a Ford Escape on CR 66 Friday morning. Around 9:10 a.m., police say Leo Sarrazine, 81, of Auburn, was driving his Escape east on CR 66 when he hit a bicyclist, Michael Delauder, 61, of Auburn, who was exiting a driveway in the 1900 block of CR 66. Due to a hill crest in the area, investigators say it was hard for Sarrazine to see Delauder. Delauder suffered a broken leg, a head injury and several lacerations all over his body.
One person dead, another injured in LaGrange County crash

Jun 28, 2024 | wfft.com | Kymmi Amato

LAGRANGE COUNTY, Ind. (WFFT) - One man is dead and another sustained multiple injuries in a crash Thursday morning. The crash happened around 5:28 a.m. at SR 5 in Topeka. Investigators say James Goodwin, 74, of Syracuse, was driving south on SR 5 in the area of 5400 S when he fell asleep and went left of center. Martin Macias Rodriguez, 61, of Ligonier, was traveling north on SR 5 and attempted to avoid hitting Goodwin, but was unsuccessful, hitting the right front of Goodwin's Caravan.
Lutheran Health appoints Lutheran Hospital CEO

Jun 28, 2024 | wfft.com | Kymmi Amato

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) - Lutheran Health Network (LHN) announced that longtime network executive Lorie Ailor will become CEO of Lutheran Hospital in mid-July. Ailor has been with LHN for 26 years. She will maintain her current role as CEO of The Orthopedic Hospital.
FWACC gives tips to keep pets safe during Fourth of July

Jun 28, 2024 | wfft.com | Kymmi Amato

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) - Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control (FWACC) wants to give pet parents tips to keep pets safe this Fourth of July. FWACC said July is one of the busiest days for animal shelters as many pets get scared by the noise and flashes from fireworks and run off. Tips to keep pets safe:Keep pets inside, where they feel safe and comfortable. Play calming music, white noise or Animal Planet on the TV. Cover windows with curtains to reduce visual stimulation.
Angola woman facing kidnapping charges

Jun 28, 2024 | wfft.com | Kymmi Amato

STEUBEN COUNTY, Ind. (WFFT) - An Angola woman is facing kidnapping charges after being accused of taking a five-year-old relative against his father's will. Just before 5 a.m. on Thursday, police responded to a call about a kidnapping in the 4700 block of West CR 100 S. Investigators say the child was taken by a relative, Patricia Ann Reffeitt, 49, of Angola, to see his mother, who was in the hospital.
Community Harvest receives grants from Glick Philanthropies

Jun 27, 2024 | wfft.com | Kymmi Amato

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) - Community Harvest Food Bank received two grants from Glick Philanthropies, a family of charitable initiatives for building community and creating opportunities empowering people to reach their full potential. One is a multi-year grant of $50,000 yearly over three years to support hunger relief programs. The other is a Community Relief Fund grant for $10,000 to support Community Harvest's Senior programs.
Coroner releases name of woman killed in New Haven crash

Jun 27, 2024 | wfft.com | Kymmi Amato

NEW HAVEN, Ind. (WFFT) - The Allen County Coroner has released the name of a woman killed in a crash on Tuesday in New Haven. Judith Ann Reddin, 87, of New Haven, was killed when her car and a semi crashed near the U.S. 24 and I-469 intersection shortly after 2:30 p.m.Reddin was taken to the hospital in critical condition and later died. The driver of the semi was not injured. SIGN UP FOR EMAIL ALERTSSEND US YOUR NEWS TIPSDOWNLOAD OUR APPS: GOOGLE PLAY | APPLE STORE
Investigators seek information about Steuben County registered sex offender's whereabouts

Jun 27, 2024 | wfft.com | Kymmi Amato

STEUBEN COUNTY, Ind. (WFFT) - The Steuben County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in locating a non-compliant registered sex offender. Johnny Edward Kendrick, 40, is wanted for three counts of failure to register as a sex offender. The charges were filed after law enforcement discovered that Kendrick was not living at his registered address and failed to report a change of address to the Sheriff's Office as required.
Two people hospitalized after crash following car chase

Jun 26, 2024 | wfft.com | Kymmi Amato

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) - One man is in life-threatening condition and another is in serious condition after a crash on Coldwater Road. The crash happened Wednesday just before 9 a.m.Police say they attempted a traffic stop on a car in the area of 10000 Dawson's Creek Boulevard for reckless driving. The driver fled, leading police on a chase south on Coldwater, running a traffic light at Oakbrook Pkwy and crashing into a car that was turning north on Coldwater from Oakbrook.