Fort Wayne Update April 20th

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Monday, April 20
Hi – 51° Low – 37° | 🌤 Mostly Sunny → ⛅ Partly Cloudy
A cool but pleasant day with mostly sunny skies and highs near 51°F, plus a light NNW breeze. UV levels remain high despite the chill. The evening turns partly cloudy and cooler, dipping to 37°F with a light SE wind and a crisp nighttime feel.

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Lane Restrictions Coming To St. Joe Center Road For Sewer Project
• Beginning April 20, St. Joe Center Road west of Reed Road goes down to one lane in each direction for sewer construction.
• Fort Wayne City Utilities is installing a relief sewer line in phases, with work moving west toward Riviera Plaza in 2,000-foot sections.
• The project is designed to increase sewer capacity and reduce neighborhood flooding during heavy rain.
• Construction is expected to continue through late August.
→ Read more from WPTA

4 Charged In Alleged UPS Theft Scheme In Fort Wayne
• Four people are facing charges in connection with an alleged theft operation involving more than $23,000 worth of cell phones from a UPS facility on Independence Drive.
• Investigators say a former UPS employee is accused of stealing at least 26 phones and distributing them to others for resale.
• Three additional suspects, all with the same last name, are also charged, while a fifth person mentioned in court documents has not been formally charged.
• Arrest warrants for the charged individuals were issued on April 18.
→ Read more from WPTA

State Senate Candidate Links Fort Wayne Car Wash Boom to Trump Tax Act
• Fort Wayne has about 30 car washes within city limits, reflecting a broader national trend of growth in the industry.
• Candidate Chloe Andis said the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act helped make car wash businesses more profitable through tax incentives and depreciation rules.
• Andis argued the trend reduces community investment due to automation and said she supports shifting tax benefits toward working-class priorities if elected.
→ Read more from WANE

FWPD to Host Candlelight Vigil for National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
• National Crime Victims’ Rights Week runs from April 19 to April 25.
• The Fort Wayne Police Department will hold a candlelight vigil honoring victims of homicide.
• The event will take place April 20 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Public Safety Academy.
→ Read more from WPTA Staff

FWFD Responds To North Side House Fire On Landau Run
• Firefighters were called to the 300 block of Landau Run around 1:15 p.m. on Sunday for a reported structure fire.
• One adult, two children, and a pet were able to safely evacuate before crews arrived.
• The fire was extinguished in about 30 minutes but caused moderate smoke damage and heavy fire and water damage.
→ Read more from WPTA

Turnstone Completes $1.4M Renovation and Unveils Large New Mural
• Turnstone completed a 2-year renovation project at its Fort Wayne facility.
• The $1.4 million upgrades include new flooring, painted walls, added office space, and expanded accessibility.
• Local artist Chris Catalogna created a 7,000 square foot mural across the Kimbrough Early Learning Center hallways.
→ Read more from WPTA

Host 4th of July Parade Downtown for Nation’s 250th Anniversary
• Fort Wayne will host a 4th of July parade to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States.
• The parade is scheduled for 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 4 along South Calhoun Street from Creighton Avenue to Main Street.
• Mayor Sharon Tucker said the family-friendly event will feature the theme “Celebrate America, 250 Years United” with open participation spots.
→ Read more from WPTA

Downtown Fort Wayne To Host “Ladies Night Out” On May 7
• Downtown Fort Wayne is hosting “Ladies Night Out” on May 7 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., featuring shopping, dining, and special promotions.
• More than 20 businesses are participating, with deals, themed menu items, and extended evening hours throughout the district.
• A free shuttle service will run continuously downtown, with limited goody bags available for early registrants.
• Organizers also offer a “Downtown Favorites Gift Box” featuring local products that can be purchased for Mother’s Day gifting.
→ Read more from WANE

Fort Wayne Maker’s Market Returns Outside For April Season Kickoff
• Fort Wayne Maker’s Market is beginning its outdoor season with a spring kickoff on April 25 at Ambrosia Orchard, Cidery, and Meadery in Hoagland.
• The event runs from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. and includes both adult vendors and a dedicated Youth Market featuring kid entrepreneurs.
• Organizers say the family-friendly event includes hands-on activities, food trucks, and expanded programming like open mic and evening markets.
→ Read more from WANE

Summit City Vintage Fest Bring Vintage Vendors To Downtown Fort Wayne
• Summit City Vintage Fest took place Saturday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. at The Landing in downtown Fort Wayne.
• The event featured 25 vendors selling vintage clothing with both cash and digital payments accepted.
• Organizers say the festival highlights affordable shopping while supporting local small businesses in a family-friendly setting.
→ Read more from WPTA

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Iran Fully Closes Strait Of Hormuz After US Blockade Escalation
• Iran shut the Strait of Hormuz and fired on ships after the U.S. maintained its blockade of Iranian ports.
• The waterway handles about one fifth of global oil shipments, raising fears of a major energy shock.
• Military exchanges and diplomatic efforts continue as new ceasefire talks are being pushed by mediators.

Why it matters here:
Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz can rapidly spike global fuel prices and ripple into food, transport, and energy costs everywhere.

→ Get the full national breakdown from our team at The Nova

Not Talking Out of School: The Hector & Carol Garcia Retrospective
8:00 am – 9:00 pm @ PFW Visual Arts Building — Free

2026 Summer Selections
8:00 am – 9:00 pm @ PFW Visual Arts Gallery — Free

Workers Behind the Wheels Gallery
9:00 am – 5:00 pm @ Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum — $10–$15

Bachelor of Science Interior Design & Bachelor of Fine Arts Thesis Exhibition
9:00 am – 9:00 pm @ ACPL Downtown — Free

Sue Davis: Familiar Paths & New Directions
10:00 am – 6:00 pm @ The Orchard Gallery of Fine Art — Free

Nick Ivanovich
12:00 pm @ Sweetwater Sound — Free

Joe Justice
2:00 pm @ StoryPoint Fort Wayne West — $5

Sweetwater Open Mic Night
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm @ Sweetwater Sound — Free

Monday Blues Jam Sessions
7:00 pm @ The Club Room at The Clyde — Free

PFW Trombone Studio & Ensemble Recital
7:30 pm @ PFW Rhinehart Recital Hall — Free

Stomp
7:00 pm @ Honeywell Center — $45–$105

Latch String Karaoke
10:00 pm @ Latch String Bar & Grill — Free

Tue, Apr 21st⚾
TinCaps vs Timber Rattlers— 6:35 PM EDT

Wed, Apr 22nd⚾
TinCaps vs Timber Rattlers— 6:35 PM EDT

Thu, Apr 23rd⚾
TinCaps vs Timber Rattlers— 7:05 PM EDT

Fri, Apr 24th⚾
TinCaps vs Timber Rattlers— 7:05 PM EDT

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