“Our sympathy goes out to the family,” says Allen County Health Commissioner Dr. Deborah McMahan.

The Fort Wayne-Allen County Department of Health answers frequently asked questions about the H1N1 flu.

“I am disappointed, but not in the least bit surprised that the proposal unveiled today continues to ignore the concerns of many Hoosiers across northeast Indiana."

“The waiting is over," Gov. Mitch Daniels said. "Thanks to our Major Moves transaction, a safer road and countless new jobs are finally on their way, without a dollar of new taxes or new borrowing."

The vaccine is free, and no appointment is necessary. Children under age 18 need to be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

"Onward's decision to locate here is the latest proof that Indiana has become a magnet for international investment and jobs," Gov. Mitch Daniels said in a written statement.

“Ensuring costumes are labeled flame-resistant or flame-retardant is a simple fire safety precaution that Hoosiers can do to make sure Halloween remains a safe holiday,” said Indiana State Fire Marshal Jim Greeson.

Individuals are posing as associates of the Indiana State Police and are collecting money for the needy children for Thanksgiving.

On average, twice as many kids are killed while walking on Halloween compared to other days of the year.

As the farmers move their equipment from field to field motorists are reminded to exercise caution on the roadways particularly on county roads. This is also deer mating season.

Halloween may be a fun holiday for children, but for parents the holiday can be a little tricky.

Taviano has been assigned to a short-term role in the City Controller’s Office.

Starting Monday, residents who bagged their leaves in biodegradable bags can call 311 or 427-8311to request priority pick-up within two business days.

"Due to the high proportion of flu so many are experiencing in our area, it was decided that this preventive action is in the best interest of the community and believe this is the most responsible thing to do from a public health perspective to help lessen the spread of the flu."

The public hearing includes a presentation of the proposed project’s plans, project schedule, project costs and an opportunity for the public to comment.

“So to my friends in the so-called ‘mainstream media’ I say, ‘conservative talk show hosts may not speak for everybody but they speak for more Americans than you do.' "

The program is made available to workers who are displaced due to foreign imports or shifts in production out of the country.

The clinic will be open from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, while supplies last.

The health department anticipates receiving more vaccine later this week and will make any announcements about clinic dates at that time.

Listing includes family-friendly events as well as traditional trick-or-treat times.

"I am committed to securing a referendum that will allow Fort Wayne residents to make their own decision about gaming – to choose for themselves what is beneficial for our community and what opportunities they want to explore."

People should visit an emergency room immediately if they experience any of the following symptoms:

The turnout today is very heavy and the wait time is currently exceeding 4 hours.

Leaves are to be raked to the curb or park strip in front of the residence or placed in biodegradable bags for collection. Other yard waste should not be mixed with the leaves, and cars should not be parked over the leaves.

Statement issued Friday evening:

"Clinton Street near the Martin Luther King Jr. Bridge will have lane restrictions throughout next week as the contractor performs soil borings in preparation for the bridge replacement in 2010 and 2011."

For now, the H1N1 injectable vaccine offered at Carew will be reserved for children ages six months through 4 years of age. Children with asthma or other chronic health conditions can get this vaccine.

"More than ever, I am determined to seek an outcome that is in the best interests of our community, one that fairly values the privilege of serving Fort Wayne electric utility customers, and that also protects ratepayers," the mayor said.

Visitors will be limited to two adults per patient.

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"The H1N1 injectable vaccine that arrived Tuesday is beinggiven to healthcare providers to vaccinate pregnant women, chronically ill children and healthcare workers and is not available at the public vaccination clinic."

The City of Fort Wayne has reached an agreement with National Serv-All to provide garbage and recycling collection services for 2010 at 2009 rates.

The first doses of H1N1 injectable will be used to vaccinate pregnant women, chronically ill children and medical workers.

"We are cooperating with health officials for the protection of our own health and the health of those outside the parish community, and especially our children."

Due to the very limited number of doses of the H1N1 flu vaccine currently coming to the state, many local health departments are able to target only small numbers of individuals in high risk groups and will not yet be holding public vaccination clinics.

"Protecting the public from a confirmed source of groundwater pollution and the public's health are our primary concerns," Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller said. "This public-private partnership will help a local employer remain in the community and keep jobs in Angola."

Fort Wayne has set trick-or-treat times for 2009.

Teachers will continue to receive professional development throughout the year in the revised schedule.

State health officials today reported the Indiana State Department of Health and the St. Joseph County Health Department are investigating a suspected death from flu-related complications in St. Joseph County.

An evaluation of the situation determined that a 6-inch steel gas main had been damaged.

Monday's Community Update in The Journal Gazette is packed with family-friendly things to do. Here's a taste.

The live, attenuated nasal mist form of the vaccine is recommended only for healthy, non-pregnant people ages 2 to 49 years.

Fort Wayne was one of eight communities recognized in the planning category and the only Indiana city to earn an award at the association’s annual conference.

Friday’s Weekender in The Journal Gazette is packed with things to do the first weekend of October. Here’s a taste.