Fort Wayne Update January 12th

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The Fort Wayne Update

Tuesday, January 13
Hi 46° Low 34° | 🌧️ Cloudy, Windy With Isolated Showers
Cloudy skies stick around today as strong southwest winds make it feel cooler than the temperature suggests. A few isolated rain showers are possible, but most of the day stays mainly dry despite the breezy conditions. Tonight remains cloudy and chilly, with lows near 34°F and winds continuing, though not as strong as during the day.

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Gov. Braun to deliver 2026 State of the State Address
• Braun will speak to the Indiana General Assembly in the House chamber.
• The address is scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday.
• The speech is expected to last approximately 30 minutes.
→ Read more from WPTA

ACPL, AARP to Offer Free Tax Assistance
• Free in-person tax help is available from Feb. 2 to April 15 at several Allen County Public Library locations.
• Trained AARP Tax-Aide volunteers will assist all taxpayers by appointment.
• Appointments can be scheduled by calling the preferred library location.
→ Read more from WPTA

Ken Fries withdraws from Allen County Sheriff’s race
• Fries cites personal health issues as the reason for ending his campaign for sheriff.
• He will continue serving on the Allen County Council and with Crime Stoppers.
• With Fries out, incumbent Troy Hershberger is running uncontested in the May primary.
→ Read more from WPTA

Amani Family Services CEO Stepping Down
• Ewelina Connolly announced she is stepping down as CEO to pursue a role as an elected official.
• Amani Family Services is a Fort Wayne nonprofit that supports immigrant and refugee families in Allen County.
• The organization’s board says a leadership transition plan will be announced to ensure continuity of services.
→ Read more from WANE

ISP, CVSA Launch Human Trafficking Awareness Week
• Indiana State Police and the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance are conducting outreach Jan. 12-16 for commercial drivers.
• The initiative distributes materials and performs inspections to raise awareness about human trafficking.
• CVSA’s program runs through March across North America, including the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
→ Read more from WPTA

Two men wanted after New Year’s Day robbery and shooting in Fort Wayne
• Police say Joshua Cekander and Tristeen Hunter are wanted on charges of robbery resulting in serious bodily injury.
• Investigators say the victim was shot after his gun was taken during a party at a Fort Wayne apartment early Jan. 1.
• Arrest warrants were issued Jan. 9, and neither suspect has been booked into the Allen County Jail.
→ Read more from WANE

At-Home STD Tests and New Treatments Expand Options for Sexual Health
• The FDA approved the first home test detecting gonorrhea, chlamydia, and trichomoniasis in women, including telehealth consultations.
• Two new oral drugs for gonorrhea were approved, providing alternatives to the standard injectable antibiotic.
• Home-based testing can deliver results in hours, though costs and insurance coverage may limit access for some users.

Why it matters here:
Residents now have faster, private options for STD testing and treatment, which could help reduce infections in the community.

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

Good Vibrations: The Prints of Victor Vasarley
10:00 am–6:00 pm @ Fort Wayne Museum of Art — $8–$10

Paper Made II
10:00 am–6:00 pm @ Fort Wayne Museum of Art — $8–$10

Mimesis: The Natural World of Glass
10:00 am–6:00 pm @ Fort Wayne Museum of Art — $8–$10

Kablam!: The Impact of Cartoons and Comics on Art
10:00 am–6:00 pm @ Fort Wayne Museum of Art — $8–$10

Smooth Tuesdays: PrimeTime
6:00 pm @ The Club Room at The Clyde — Free

First Jason w/Creep, Massasauga, Helltowne
7:00 pm @ Stan's Room at Piere's — $25.64

Latch String Open Mic w/Chris Hambrick
10:00 pm @ Latch String Bar & Grill — Free

Play in the Park: Winter Nights
5:00 pm @ Promenade Park Pavilion — Free

Latch String Open Mic w/Chris Hambrick
10:00 pm @ Latch String Bar & Grill — Free

Wed, Jan 14 🏒
Indy vs Fort Wayne — 7:35 PM EST

Fri, Jan 16 🏒
Bloomington vs Fort Wayne — 7:35 PM EST

Sat, Jan 17 🏒
Bloomington vs Fort Wayne — 7:35 PM EST

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