Jessica Walter
Morning Reporter
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Jessica is a multimedia journalist for WPTA.
She graduated from the Indiana University Media School in December 2022, but is excited to be returning to her hometown of Fort Wayne. She holds a degree in Journalism with a minor in Spanish.
During her time at IU, Jessica worked as a reporter, producer and anchor for the award-winning IU Newsnet. During this time, she was a recipient of the Indiana Broadcasters Association scholarship award. She also received awards for her radio work on WCYT in 2018 and 2019.
In her free time, Jessica enjoys spending time with her friends and family, reading, taking a good exercise class, cheering on IU basketball (go Hoosiers!) and traveling. Her favorite travel spots are anywhere in the mountains, including Arizona and Quebec. Although she loves sitting on the beach and laying in the sun all day, even if it's just poolside in the Fort.
If you have any story ideas, or even a good local food recommendation, email Jessica at jessica.walter@gray.tv.
Updated: 14 hours ago
|By Jessica Walter
March 21st is World Down Syndrome Day and Gigi’s Playhouse says it’s a cause for celebration.
Updated: Mar. 20, 2023 at 10:23 AM EDT
|By Jessica Walter
The Community Harvest Food Bank says at the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, they were serving nearly 1300 families a week. Now they’re reaching up to 1200 families a week.
Updated: Mar. 17, 2023 at 11:56 AM EDT
|By Jessica Walter
The weather won’t stop the St. Patrick’s Day celebration from going on Friday and Saturday. Here’s a list of activities around the area.
Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 7:54 AM EDT
|By Jessica Walter
The Grand Wayne Center will host the 21st annual Cinderella Dress Day to provide girls with prom dresses and health education.
Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 11:41 AM EDT
|By Jessica Walter
Local non-profit Mustard Seed Furniture Bank is asking for your donations to restock their warehouse this week.
Updated: Mar. 14, 2023 at 10:15 AM EDT
|By Jessica Walter
Students and families at Woodlan Jr./Sr. High School in Woodburn are planning to ‘March for Mental Health’ this Friday.
Updated: Mar. 13, 2023 at 9:23 AM EDT
|By Jessica Walter
For 80 years, March has been marked nationally as Red Cross Month.
Updated: Mar. 9, 2023 at 10:31 AM EST
|By Jessica Walter
A traffic study done by the Indiana Department of Transportation revealed a need for a new traffic light along US-30.
Updated: Mar. 8, 2023 at 9:02 AM EST
|By Jessica Walter
St. Joseph’s Missions is fulfilling their mission to provide emergency help for homeless women in Fort Wayne.
Updated: Mar. 7, 2023 at 12:41 PM EST
|By Jessica Walter
The K105fm Morning Show with Tim and Kylie went live from the Law Enforcement Memorial Tuesday morning in the wake of the death of Master Trooper James Bailey.
Updated: Mar. 6, 2023 at 10:54 AM EST
|By Jessica Walter
Flowers, drawings and handwritten sentiments continue to pile on the hood of fallen Indiana State Trooper Bailey’s vehicle at Indiana State Police Post 22.
Updated: Mar. 2, 2023 at 9:56 AM EST
|By Jessica Walter
The Home and Garden Show is back at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum from March 2nd through 5th.
Updated: Mar. 1, 2023 at 5:57 AM EST
|By Jessica Walter
The Taste of Roanoke is back from March 1st through 12th.
Updated: Feb. 28, 2023 at 8:22 AM EST
|By Jessica Walter
The last day to submit your orders for SCAN’s annual Brown Bag Lunch is Wednesday, March 1st.
Updated: Feb. 27, 2023 at 7:12 AM EST
|By Jessica Walter
Healthier Moms and Babies will release the latest Infant Mortality Report on Monday.
Updated: Feb. 24, 2023 at 10:26 AM EST
|By Jessica Walter
Disney on Ice is back this weekend at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum.
Updated: Feb. 23, 2023 at 8:43 AM EST
|By Jessica Walter
The City of Fort Wayne and Fort Wayne Trails say that there are 15 trail projects in the works for 2023.
Updated: Feb. 23, 2023 at 6:18 AM EST
|By Jessica Walter
The American Electric Power Foundation has awarded YWCA Northeast Indiana $100,000 for their racial justice work.
Updated: Feb. 22, 2023 at 12:20 PM EST
|By Jessica Walter
United Way of Allen County is working with Starbucks for its 3rd annual Community Food Drive until February 28th.
Updated: Feb. 21, 2023 at 10:49 AM EST
|By Evan Harris and Jessica Walter
If you or anyone you know loves paintball, then you might love this.
Updated: Feb. 20, 2023 at 8:27 AM EST
|By Jessica Walter
Today is the day to show your furry friend a little extra love.
Updated: Feb. 17, 2023 at 9:28 AM EST
|By Jessica Walter
Weather the Fort will be back on The Landing on Saturday for the 7th year of fun.
Updated: Feb. 16, 2023 at 5:34 AM EST
|By Jessica Walter
Mindy Johnson started Show Me Your Heart in 2019 to help patients at Riley Children’s Hospital.
Updated: Feb. 14, 2023 at 10:50 AM EST
|By Jessica Walter
Kilwins Chocolate, Fudge and Ice Cream has ramped up their production in time for Valentine’s Day.
Updated: Feb. 10, 2023 at 10:31 AM EST
|By Jessica Walter
The Bell Mansion is celebrating its 130th anniversary this weekend.
Updated: Feb. 9, 2023 at 12:37 PM EST
|By Jessica Walter
The Fort Wayne Boat Show is back this weekend at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum. The show runs Thursday through Sunday.
Updated: Feb. 7, 2023 at 11:12 AM EST
|By Jessica Walter
Humane Fort Wayne and Humane Indiana are being honored today at the Indiana Statehouse for their joint efforts in rescuing and re-homing 79 beagles.
Updated: Feb. 6, 2023 at 1:05 PM EST
|By Jessica Walter
While the Fort Wayne Children’s Choir may be in the middle of their season, they’re still finding time to celebrate their 50th anniversary.
Updated: Jan. 26, 2023 at 2:41 PM EST
|By Jessica Walter
Neighborlink Fort Wayne is asking for volunteers to help clear snow on multiple projects throughout the city.
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