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Dean Jackson

Dean Jackson

Whatzup Features Writer

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Ralphie, played by a young Peter Billingsley, washes his mouth out with soap after being caught cursing in the movie A Christmas Story. Billingsley will be at Embassy Theatre on Thursday, Dec. 19, for a screening of the film and a question-and-answer session.

Watch ‘A Christmas Story’ with its star

More than 40 years after its debut, A Christmas Story has become a holiday favorite if not a full-blown tradition. Ralphie — that is, Peter Billingsley — is reliving the […]
The former Azar's Big Boy in Waynedale was recently demolished.

Big Boy leaves behind fond memories

When demolition crews ripped into the former Azar’s Big Boy at 6800 Bluffton Road on Nov. 18, it closed the book on one of Fort Wayne’s great restaurant chains.  The Azar […]
Salvatori’s Hospitality Group have added el Azteca, 533 E. State Blvd., to their expanding portfolio.

Salvatori’s brings el Azteca into the fold

It’s been a busy year for Salvatori’s Hospitality Group. On top of operating seven Salvatori’s Authentic Italian Eatery locations, they added Powers Hamburgers and Paula’s on Main to their holdings. […]
Too tired to cook? Let Bob Evans supply your Thanksgiving feast.

Area restaurants have Thanksgiving covered

While historians debate what was actually on the menu for the first Thanksgiving gathering between Native Americans and Pilgrims in 1621, most Americans plan to feast on turkey, stuffing, gravy, […]
The Berne Christkindlmarkt kicks off Nov. 29 and runs through Dec. 24.

Berne goes German with Christkindlmarkt

For a taste of an authentic German market, head south to Berne for their inaugural Christkindlmarkt (Christ Child Festival) from Nov. 29-Dec. 24 at Muensterberg Plaza. It’s only natural that […]
Parkview Field becomes a spectacle when Holiday Lights runs from Nov. 14-Jan. 4.

New event at Parkview Field lights up night

If you spend any time with Fort Wayne TinCaps Team President Mike Nutter, you’ll understand the mission goes beyond baseball. Dating back to their days as the Wizards at Memorial […]
Packard Taphouse has opened at 3401 Fairfield Ave.

Packard Taphouse joins the neighborhood

After months of teasing, The Packard Taphouse has opened their doors at 3401 Fairfield Ave., across from Wunderkammer Company in the space previously occupied by Billy’s Dugout and Bob Inn. […]
The Green Frog Inn is under new ownership.

Ownership changes for Klemm’s, Green Frog

Klemm’s Candlelight Cafe, 1207 E. State Blvd., is changing hands, as owners Chris and Kara Hoeppner are selling to the owners of Liberty Diner.  While they may be moving on […]
Wagyu Burger Shack has opened at 3824 E. State Blvd.

New burger shop on East State serves wagyu

Wagyu Burger Shack, 3824 E. State Blvd., held their grand opening this month, and they’re offering hormone- and antibiotic-free, 100 percent wagyu beef from local sources.  Wagyu is unique because it […]