Fort Wayne Update April 24th

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Friday, April 24
Hi – 76° Low – 55° | 🌦 PM Showers → 🌧 Showers
Cloudy skies early give way to afternoon showers with breezy SSW winds, pushing highs to 76°F and a 40% chance of rain. Showers become steadier overnight, with a 60% chance and a cooler low around 55°F under overcast skies.

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Bluffton Road Bridge Reopens Fully After Yearlong Construction Project
• All four lanes of the bridge over the St. Marys River have reopened after construction began in early 2025
• The project replaced bridge supports, removed a 12-ton load limit, and improved nearby intersections and pedestrian access
• Officials say the work is about 98 percent complete with minor finishing touches expected within days
→ Read more from WANE

Quarry Developer Holds Information Meeting
• US Aggregates and Heritage Group held a packed public meeting to address concerns about a proposed quarry near Homestead Road in southwest Allen County
• Residents and officials raised concerns about blasting, traffic, water impacts, and long-term neighborhood quality of life while company experts outlined mitigation plans
• The project is set for zoning hearings on May 26 as opposition groups say they will continue fighting the proposal
→ Read more from WANE

Heavy Rain Causes Street Flooding On South Anthony Boulevard In Fort Wayne
• Wednesday rainfall led to flooding on South Anthony Boulevard near Creighton Avenue with water reaching about a foot deep in some areas
• Drivers were seen slowly navigating through standing water despite safety risks in the flooded roadway
• Additional showers and storms were expected to continue through the evening, keeping flood concerns in the region
→ Read more from WANE

Fort Wayne Man’s Death At Miami Correctional Facility Ruled A Homicide By Coroner
• Shawn L. Booker, 50, died on April 4 while in custody at Miami Correctional Facility, according to Indiana State Police
• A coroner’s report found he died from multiple sharp force injuries and ruled the manner of death as homicide
• Authorities say two other inmate deaths at the facility in April remain under investigation
→ Read more from WPTA

Broadway Plaza Fountain To Be Replaced After Crash Damage
• Construction has begun on a new fountain after a February crash destroyed the original structure
• The updated design will include a new tile pattern and LED rope lighting with multiple color displays
• The new fountain is expected to be operational by early June and remains a key landmark and event feature
→ Read more from WANE

Stay Late At The Library Fundraiser Returns To ACPL Main Branch
• A Night at the Library will take place May 2 at the Allen County Public Library Main Branch starting at 6:30 p.m.
• The event features a buffet, bar, auction, guided tours, and a live art performance by America Carrillo
• Tickets cost $100 with limited $150 VIP options, with proceeds supporting The Literacy Alliance and Friends of the ACPL
→ Read more from WANE

SWAT Assists In Warrant Service At Southwest Neighborhood
• Police blocked access to part of the Westchester Ridge area while serving a warrant Thursday morning
• SWAT used gas inside the home and firefighters assisted in clearing it from the residence
• Authorities said all individuals were accounted for and confirmed there is no threat to the public
→ Read more from WANE

Rokita And Brown Exchange Criticism As GOP Primary Tensions Escalate
• Attorney General Todd Rokita criticized State Sen. Liz Brown’s role in immigration legislation and backed her opponent Darren Vogt
• Brown called the criticism political and accused Rokita of spreading false claims while defending her legislative record
• The race has intensified with disputes over policy, campaign funding, and outside political spending ahead of the primary
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Camp Red Cedar Hosts Boots And Bourbon Fundraiser With Community Support
• More than 200 guests attended the fourth annual Boots and Bourbon event featuring tastings, auctions, live music, and a therapy horse meet and greet
• The fundraiser included food and drinks from local restaurants and entertainment by The Legendary Trainhoppers
• Proceeds support Camp Red Cedar programs that provide inclusive experiences through horses, arts, and outdoor activities
→ Read more from WANE

Arts United CEO Dan Ross To Retire After 17 Years With Organization
• President and CEO Dan Ross announced he will step down in the fall after 17 years with Arts United
• Ross has been involved in Fort Wayne’s arts community since 1983 and became CEO in 2023
• The board will begin searching for a successor ahead of his planned departure later this year
→ Read more from WANE

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Millions Of Americans May Now Qualify For Canadian Citizenship Under New Law
• A change in Canada’s citizenship rules has expanded eligibility to people with Canadian ancestors like grandparents or great-grandparents.
• Immigration lawyers report a surge in Americans applying for proof of citizenship, with some firms overwhelmed by demand.
• Applicants cite family heritage, job opportunities, and U.S. politics as reasons for pursuing dual citizenship.

Why it matters here:
Shifts in immigration and citizenship rules can influence migration trends, workforce movement, and cross-border ties that affect local communities.

→ 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 – 6:00 pm @ ACPL: Downtown — Free

The Spellbound Spirit: Photographs by Kirsty Mitchell
10:00 am – 6:00 pm @ Fort Wayne Museum of Art — $8–$10

Mezzotint & The Power of Darkness
10:00 am – 6:00 pm @ Fort Wayne Museum of Art — $8–$10

Experiments in Form: Glass of Paper Works of Marvin Lipofsky
10:00 am – 6:00 pm @ Fort Wayne Museum of Art — $8–$10

46th National Print Exhibition
10:00 am – 6:00 pm @ Artlink — Free

Nothing is Something
10:00 am – 6:00 pm @ Artlink — Free

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

Echoes of the Earth: Works by Tom Sherbondy
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm @ Ruth Koomler Art Gallery — Free

Color Me Spring
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm @ Virginia Stoner Huguenard Art Gallery — Free

Mitchell Wiebell: Kleinfunde
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm @ Garrett Museum of Art — Free

Katie & Jed
12:00 pm @ Sweetwater Sound — Free

Red Light Running w/Godstine, Two Minutes Too Late, Burden Within
5:00 pm @ Century Music Hall — $21.28–$57.88

Matt Sturm
6:00 pm @ Mad Anthony Brewing Co. — No cover

Scotty Butters
7:00 pm @ Sylvan Cellars — No cover

Nova Music Ensemble of PFW Composer’s Studio
7:30 pm @ PFW Rhinehart Recital Hall — Free

Jodie Salvo
7:30 pm @ Fort Wayne Philharmonic Center — $35–$47

Whoa, Man! (Women of Rock Tribute)
8:00 pm @ The Club Room at The Clyde — Free

The Basement Band
8:30 pm @ Deer Park Irish Pub — No cover

for Darlene w/joyhouse, Tuesday Atlas
9:00 pm @ The Brass Rail — $7

Katie May
9:00 pm @ Knockin’ Boots Saloon — $5

Plan B
9:00 pm @ Latch String Bar & Grill — $5

Todd Harrold Band
10:00 pm @ O’Sullivan’s — No cover

On Stage w/Eva Noblezada
5:30 pm @ Embassy Theatre — $263.65–$340.75

The God Committee
7:30 pm @ PPG ArtsLab — $15–$22

Midsummer Night’s Dream
7:30 pm @ Arts United Center — $35–$55

Falsettos
7:30 pm @ USF North Campus Auditorium — $23.44–$33.64

Gypsy
8:00 pm @ Three Rivers Music Theatre — $20–$25

Belly Dancing on the Patio
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm @ Pedal City — $20

Michael Glatzmaier
7:00 pm @ Summit City Comedy Club — $14.99–$20.99

Jackrabbit Comedy w/Ken Carlson
9:30 pm @ Dicky’s Wild Hare — Free

Chris D’elia
7:00 & 9:45 pm @ Summit City Comedy Club — $41.29–$57.99

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

Fri, Apr 24th🏒
Central Division Semifinals vs Indy Fuel: Game 1— 7:35 PM EDT

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