Today’s Weather

Thursday, July 10
Hi – 84° Low – 64° | 🌤️ Mostly Sunny | Wind NNW 5–10 mph (day), NE 5–10 mph (night)
Thursday will be mostly sunny with light winds from the north-northwest and a high of 84°F. Humidity will sit around 65%, and the UV index will be very high. The night turns partly cloudy with a low near 64°F and increasing humidity at 78%. Winds shift to the northeast.

In today’s edition:

✈️ Thunderbirds and more prepare for Fort Wayne Air Show

🔥 Auburn playground fire ruled arson; two minors charged

🚧 Fairfield Ave. paving project begins near downtown

🦒 Fort Wayne Zoo unveils new attractions for summer

🏠 Fort Wayne homes no longer affordable for average household

🚧 Lane closures coming to U.S. 27 near I-469 for bridge work

🥫 Volunteer at a Fort Wayne food pantry and make a difference

🕯️ Teen homicide victim identified in Fort Wayne shooting

Sports

⚾ TinCaps blanked by Quad Cities in midweek matinee

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📰News

✈️ Thunderbirds and more prepare for Fort Wayne Air Show
The US Air Force Thunderbirds are rehearsing for this weekend’s Fort Wayne Air Show. Other acts include Para-commandos, Franklin’s Flying Circus, and a pyrotechnics show. Gates open at 9 a.m.; shows start at 11. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🔥 Auburn fire ruled arson; two minors charged
Two juveniles intentionally set fire to a playground near Auburn Crossing Mobile Home Park on July 3 using burning notecards. The fire caused over $75,000 in damage. Both confessed and apologized. Charges are pending. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🚧 Fairfield Ave. paving project begins near downtown
Fairfield Avenue will be repaved from Washington Blvd to West Masterson Ave starting Wednesday. Work runs daily from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. through the week. Drivers should expect delays or take alternate routes. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🦒 Fort Wayne Zoo unveils new attractions for summer
The Fort Wayne Zoo introduced new features this summer, including a milking cow statue, expanded Nature Play area with a dig pit and rock wall, and swan paddle boats on the Central Zoo pond. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🏠 Fort Wayne homes no longer affordable for average household
Median income in Fort Wayne is $66,648, while the median home costs $236,317. Affordability issues stem from rising construction costs and investor demand. Inventory is growing but still below ideal supply levels. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🚧 Lane closures coming to U.S. 27 near I-469 for bridge work
INDOT will begin bridge joint repairs on southbound U.S. 27 near I-469 starting July 14. The left lane between East Ferguson Rd and Thompson Rd will close for about two weeks. Read more from WFFT here

🥫 Volunteer at a Fort Wayne food pantry and make a difference
Food Pantry Volunteers help sort, pack, and distribute food while ensuring a welcoming environment. Tasks include stocking shelves, checking expiration dates, and assisting clients. Opportunities are available at 12 Fort Wayne locations. Read more from Volunteer Fort Wayne here.

🕯️ Teen homicide victim identified in Fort Wayne shooting
Found shot at Columbia and Harrison Streets early Saturday. He was pronounced dead at a hospital. The death was ruled a homicide, the 21st this year in Fort Wayne and Allen County. Read more from WFFT here.

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Events 

🎵 Music

• ta’korei & band – Contemporary Pop
  11:30 am–1:30 pm @ Freimann Square – Free

• Staci Stork – Variety
  5:30 pm @ Vinland Reserve Winery – Free

• The DeeBees – Variety
  6:00 pm @ StoryPoint Senior Living – No cover

• Susan Mae & The New Yesterday – Variety
  6:00 pm @ Paige's Crossing – Free

• Motor Folkers – Rock/Country
  6:00 pm @ Crickets, Auburn – No cover

• Tom Koenig – Acoustic
  6:00 pm @ Sylvan Cellars, Rome City – No cover

• David Vaides – Acoustic Latin Rock
  6:00 pm @ Chance Bar – Free

• Todd Harrold Band – Jazz
  6:05 pm @ Parkview Field – $9–$21

• Bone Thugs-n-Harmony w/Saxsquatch, P.O.S., T-Zank, Nyzzy Nyce – Hip-Hop
  7:00 pm @ Headwaters Park – $35–$65

• Cooper Alan – Country (National Show)
  7:00 pm @ Honeywell Center

• The Cold Hearts – Country
  7:00 pm @ The Club Room at The Clyde – No cover

• Greg Reszel – Variety
  7:00 pm @ Black Canyon – Free

• Intrepid Cat – Funk
  7:00 pm @ Pearl Street Arts Center – Free

• Muzzle Tung w/The Meat Flowers, Heaven’s Gateway Drugs – Alternative (National Show)
  8:00 pm @ The Brass Rail – $7

• Tronic Thursdays – Electronic
  10:00 pm @ O'Sullivan's – No cover

🎭 Theatre

• Sister Act – Musical Comedy
  2:00 pm & 8:00 pm @ Wagon Wheel Theatre – $21–$51

🖼️ Art

• Hubble and Webb Space Telescopes: New Views of the Universe
  10:00 am–4:00 pm @ Science Central – $10–$12

• Watercolors & Mononprints by Laura Barnhardt Corle; Otis Family Pottery
  10:00 am–6:00 pm @ The Orchard Gallery – Free

• 47th Members’ Showcase
  10:00 am–8:00 pm @ Artlink – Free

• Habatat International Glass 53rd Invitational
  10:00 am–8:00 pm @ FW Museum of Art – $8–$10

• Echoes of Home
  10:00 am–8:00 pm @ FW Museum of Art – $8–$10

• 20th Century Japanese Prints
  10:00 am–8:00 pm @ FW Museum of Art – $8–$10

🎉 Festivals

• Lunch on the Square w/ta’korei
  11:30 am–1:30 pm @ Freimann Square – Free

• Big Fort Fest
  4:00 pm–11:00 pm @ Headwaters Park

• Concerts at The Crossing: Princess Night w/Susan Mae & The New Yesterday
  6:00 pm–9:00 pm @ Paige’s Crossing – Free

🛍️ Markets

• Leo-Cedarville Farmers Market
  4:00 pm–7:00 pm @ Downtown Plaza – Free

🏃‍♂️ Sports

• Tread the Trails – Guided walk/run
  6:00 pm @ Life Bridge Church – Free

🎤 Comedy

• R-Rated Comedy
  7:00 pm @ Summit City Comedy Club – $10–$16

🏀🏈Sports🏒⚾

⚾ Fort Wayne TinCaps managed only four hits in a 5-0 loss to the Quad Cities River Bandits at Parkview Field. Quad Cities scored two runs in the first inning and maintained the lead throughout. TinCaps aim to end their four-game losing streak Thursday night. Read more from WANE 15 here.

Read more from WANE 15 here.

🗓️ Tincaps Schedule

Thu, July 10
⚾ vs Quad Cities— 7:05 PM EDT

Fri, July 11
⚾ vs Quad Cities— 7:05 PM EDT

Sat, July 12
⚾ vs Quad Cities— 6:35 PM EDT

Sun, July 13
⚾ vs Lansing— 1:05 PM EDT

🗓️ Fort Wayne FC Schedule

Sat, July 12

⚽ vs Kings Hammer FC - Cincinnati— 7:00 PM EDT

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