Today’s Weather

Friday, July 25
Hi – 86° Low – 72° | ⛈️ Scattered Storms | Wind WSW 5–10 mph
Morning thunderstorms likely (50% chance), then cloudy through the afternoon. High of 86°F with high humidity at 80%, it’ll feel muggy. UV index is high, so don’t forget sunscreen if you’re outside. Friday night stays warm and cloudy, with a low of 72°F. Light winds and very humid at 90%. The Waxing Crescent moon rises at 7:10 AM and sets at 9:58 PM.

In today’s edition:

🎒 Free Back-to-School Vaccines & Backpacks from Super Shot

🎶 Muddy River Concert Series Continues with Local Band

🌉 Historic Bridge Reconnects Swinney Park Neighborhoods

🗣️ Mayor Tucker to Hosts Youth Violence Talk July 30

📻 WBOI Sells Downtown Building Amid Budget Cuts

🏆 Greater Fort Wayne Named 2025 Chamber of the Year

💪 Fort Wayne Tops Indy in 2025 Fitness Surge

🔫 Teen Killed in Northeast FW; 19-Year-Old Charged

👮 FWPD Cracks Down on Lewd Acts in Parks

🚨 Woman Killed in US 30 Crash with Semi

🚌 Man Critical After Falling Under Citilink Bus

Sports

⚾ TinCaps Lose to Kernels in Walk-Off

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📰News

🎒 Super Shot is hosting two free vaccination clinics on July 24 and July 31 from 4–7 p.m. Kids who get vaccinated will receive a backpack with supplies (while supplies last). The events also feature food, fun, and a resource fair. Walk-ins accepted as space allows. Parents must accompany kids under 18. The required immunizations for Indiana school children can be found here. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🎶 Fort Wayne’s own Kangaroo Kourt performed Wednesday as part of the free Muddy River Concert Series at Promenade Park. Shows run every other Wednesday through Aug. 27 and include live music, food, and drinks from Ted’s Snack + Bar. To learn more about Muddy Rivers Concert Series, click here.

🌉 The Mechanic Street Bridge, built in 1898, has been fully restored in a $1.27 million project completed Thursday. It reconnects Swinney Park with nearby neighborhoods like Nebraska, Hamilton, and North Highlands. Crews used digital scans to match and rebuild damaged parts, followed by painting and landscaping. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🗣️ Mayor Sharon Tucker will lead a public discussion on youth violence on Wednesday, July 30, from 6–7:30 p.m. at the Allen County Public Library Main Branch. The event includes Police Chief Scott Caudill, community leaders, and moderator Andrew Downs. Registration is required, and questions can be submitted online. Read more from WFFT here.

📻 WBOI, northeast Indiana’s NPR station, sold its downtown Fort Wayne building at 210 E. Jefferson Blvd. to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church on June 27 due to rising renovation costs and significant state and federal funding cuts. The station has lost over $200,000 in annual support, representing about 10% of its budget. President Travis Pope says WBOI remains committed to serving the public despite possible changes to programming. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🏆 Greater Fort Wayne Inc. has been named the 2025 Chamber of the Year by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives. The national honor recognizes excellence in operations, member services, and community impact. Leaders say the award reflects strong local collaboration and commitment to growth. To learn more about Greater Fort Wayne Inc. and its vision for Allen County’s future, visit www.greaterfortwayneinc.com. Read more from WANE 15 here.

💪 Fort Wayne jumped to No. 77 in the 2025 American Fitness Index, beating Indianapolis at No. 92. The city tied with Plano, Texas, for the biggest rise in aerobic activity. The report shows growing local health efforts and a national boost in fitness habits. Fort Wayne’s momentum is seen as a sign of positive change, and officials are encouraged to keep the movement going. Read more from WFFT here.

🔫 Jamoni Lee Burton, 19, has been charged in the fatal shooting of 16-year-old Kardenai Hollis early Saturday morning at River Run Trail apartments. Police say anonymous tips, witness statements, and a search of Burton’s home led to the arrest. Officers found a gun and ammo matching the crime scene. Read more from WANE 15 here.

👮 FWPD arrested four men Tuesday, including East Noble School Board Secretary Scott Truelove, for public indecency in Fort Wayne parks. Truelove has since resigned. The arrests are part of ongoing patrols targeting inappropriate activity in areas like Swinney Park and Lindenwood Nature Preserve. Gerardot said. “The parks are for families and for people who want to enjoy the park, enjoy nature, and not have to see that.” Read more from WANE 15 here.

🚨 A woman died early Thursday after rear-ending a semitrailer on US 30 near the Allen-Whitley County line. The semi was stopped at a light when the crash occurred around 3 a.m. The woman was pronounced dead at the scene. The semi driver was not injured. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🚌 A man is in life-threatening condition after tripping and falling under a moving Citilink bus Thursday on Illinois Road, according to FWPD. He had just exited the bus when he fell near the rear wheels. The crash briefly closed westbound traffic near Hillegas Road. Police are asking additional witnesses to call 260-427-1222. Read more from WANE 15 here.

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Events 

Friday, July 25th

🎨 Arts

• 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 of Fine Art
  Free admission

• Habatat International Glass 53rd Invitational
  10:00 am – 6:00 pm @ Fort Wayne Museum of Art
  $8 – $10

• Echoes of Home
  10:00 am – 6:00 pm @ Fort Wayne Museum of Art
  $8 – $10

• 20th Century Japanese Prints
  10:00 am – 6:00 pm @ Fort Wayne Museum of Art
  $8 – $10

• Weaving the Narrative: The Works of Dinh Q. Le
  10:00 am – 6:00 pm @ Fort Wayne Museum of Art
  $8 – $10

• Buried Treasure: Edward Curtis’ Unpublished Works
  5:00 pm – 8:00 pm @ Garrett Museum of Art
  $10

• Friday Night Live Outdoor Art Experience
  5:00 pm – 11:00 pm @ Junk Ditch PlayHouse
  Free

🎶 Music

• Nathan Van Horn (Featured)
  12:00 pm @ Sweetwater Sound
  Free

• Under The Covers
  2:00 pm @ Crooked Lake Angola
  Free

• Inner Circle Avenue w/Felecia Cruz, DJ Arora, DJ Big Baby
  5:15 pm – 12:00 am @ Headwaters Park
  $5

• Sunglasses at Night
  6:00 pm @ Country Heritage Winery
  Free

• Adam Strack
  6:00 pm @ Charlie's Place
  Free

• Hey Hera
  6:00 pm @ Cork & Barrel
  Free

• Night to Remember
  6:30 pm @ Vinland Reserve Winery
  Free

• Randy Spencer – Weekends Uncorked
  6:30 pm @ Two-EE's Winery
  Free

• Alfie Jean & Fella Jack
  6:30 pm @ Draft Taproom
  No cover

• Shannon Persinger Duo
  6:30 pm @ Club Soda
  Free

• Jai Baker 3
  7:00 pm @ Riverside Park, Warren
  Free

• Fort Wayne Children’s Choir
  7:00 pm @ Foellinger Theatre
  Free

• Los Electro – Live & Local at The Landing
  7:00 pm @ The Landing
  Free

• Sun.Dyle w/Oxenfree, Sam Que & The Heavyweight
  7:00 pm @ Fort Wayne Guitar Exchange
  $5

• The Dave Matthews Tribute Band – Feel Good Fridays
  7:30 pm @ Fountain Park, Van Wert
  Free

• Lisa McDavid
  7:30 pm @ Nick's
  Free

• Fort Wayne Philharmonic’s Harrison String Quintet
  7:30 pm @ James Cultural Plaza, Auburn
  Free

• Ty Causey – Friday Night Vibes (Featured)
  8:00 pm @ The Club Room at The Clyde
  No cover

• Joel Young Band
  8:00 pm @ American Legion Post 47
  No cover

• Chris Worth & Co.
  8:00 pm @ Sylvan Cellars
  No cover

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

• Guardrail w/For Darlene, The Part You Left Out
  9:30 pm @ The Brass Rail
  $7

• Todd Harrold & Eric Clancy
  10:00 pm @ O'Sullivan's
  No cover

🎉 Festivals

• Fort Wayne Pride: Opening Night
  5:00 pm – 12:00 am @ Headwaters Park
  $5

• Vineyard Vibes w/Sunglasses at Night
  6:00 pm – 9:00 pm @ Country Heritage Winery
  Free

• Final Fridays Outdoor Concerts w/Jai Baker 3
  7:00 pm @ Riverside Park, Warren
  Free

• Bikes on the Bricks
  7:00 pm – 9:00 pm @ Dynamo Alley at Electric Works
  Free

🎭 Theater

• Hadestown: Teen Edition
  6:00 pm @ Three Rivers Music Theatre
  $20 – $30

• Steel Magnolias (Featured)
  8:00 pm @ Wagon Wheel Theatre
  $21 – $51

🎤 Special Events

• Knights of Columbus Karaoke Night
  7:00 pm – 10:00 pm @ Knights of Columbus Council 1014
  Free

• David Koechner
  7:00 pm & 9:45 pm @ Summit City Comedy Club
  $27 – $37

• Mad Anthony Karaoke
  9:00 pm @ Dicky's Wild Hare
  Free

🏀🏈Sports🏒⚾

⚾ The Fort Wayne TinCaps fell 5-4 to the Cedar Rapids Kernels after a two-run, walk-off single by Kyle De Barge in the ninth inning. Braedon Karpathios had a strong game with two hits and two RBIs, while Leo De Vries went 2-for-4 with an RBI. Despite a solid bullpen effort, Cedar Rapids sealed the win with their third walk-off in five games. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🗓️ Tincaps Schedule

Fri, July 25
⚾ @ Cedar Rapids— 7:35 PM EDT

Sat, July 26
⚾ @ Cedar Rapids— 7:35 PM EDT

Sun, July 27
⚾ @ Cedar Rapids— 2:05 PM EDT

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