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The Weekly Special concluded its production in fall 2018; the page below is an archive.

WTIU continues its exploration of the Hoosier state with a new series, Journey Indiana.

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Fort Wayne Zollner Pistons

In 1941, Fort Wayne piston magnate, Fred Zollner, created Indiana's first professional basketball team, the Zollner Pistons, eventually launching the NBA.

To learn more about the Fort Wayne Zollner Pistons, and other surprising sports history in Fort Wayne, visit Blake Sebring’s website:  blakesebring.com.



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