Fort Wayne Update June 11th

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The Fort Wayne Update

Thursday, June 11
Hi – 91° Low – 69° | ⛈ Scattered Storms → 🌧 Showers
A hot and humid day with scattered thunderstorms developing at times, especially during the afternoon. Temperatures peak around 91°F while brisk southwest winds add some movement to the muggy air. Showers remain possible through the evening and overnight under mostly cloudy skies, with temperatures falling to around 69°F and humidity staying high.

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Fort Wayne City Council Delays Funding Vote For Proposed Homeless Center
• City Council voted 5 to 3 to hold $2.75 million in funding for the proposed Anchor Resource Center at 333 E. Washington Blvd. until Sept. 1.
• Republican council members said they wanted more information on operations, security, alternative locations, and oversight before approving the project.
• Mayor Sharon Tucker and supporters urged immediate approval, arguing the center is needed to address homelessness and provide access to services.
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Fort Wayne Council Member Seeks Accountability On Google Data Center Promises
• Council member Russ Jehl introduced three resolutions asking for proof that Google is meeting tax break benchmarks and city investment commitments.
• One proposal would create a permanent oversight board, while another questions how land sale proceeds are being used in southeast Fort Wayne.
• City officials say data center tax revenue and investments will benefit the community, with TIF revenue projected to reach up to $3 million by 2028.
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NIPSCO Cancels Customer Care Event Due To Severe Weather Threat
• NIPSCO canceled its Customer Care event that was scheduled for Wednesday evening at The Pearl in downtown Fort Wayne.
• The event was intended to help customers learn about utility costs and seasonal factors that affect bills.
• Customers with questions are encouraged to visit NIPSCO’s website or contact the company’s Customer Care Center.
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Music On The Plaza Returns To Downtown Fort Wayne
• The Allen County Public Library will kick off its Music on the Plaza lunchtime concert series Wednesday with a performance by Los Electro.
• Concerts run from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the Main Library Plaza and will move indoors if weather requires.
• Additional performances are scheduled for July 22 and Aug. 5, while Rock the Plaza will hold its final concert on July 18 before ending permanently.
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FWPD Explains Protocol After Viral Arab Fest Removal Video
• Fort Wayne Police said officers were responding to a request from Arab Fest organizers to remove a man from the rented event space after complaints about his behavior.
• The department stated that event organizers controlling a rented space can ask someone to leave and refusal may result in a trespassing situation.
• Police also said officers are not required to call a supervisor upon request and emphasized that the incident involved enforcing a property request rather than regulating speech.
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Rivergreenway Trail Users Raise Concerns About Trash And Encampments
• A Fort Wayne resident who regularly walks the Rivergreenway says he has noticed increasing trash and hazardous items along the trail.
• The resident also pointed to encampments near the trail and said safety concerns have changed how nearby residents use the area.
• City officials say Rivergreenway rangers regularly clean sections of the trail and encourage residents to report issues through 3-1-1.
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I&M Shares Energy Saving Tips During Heat Wave
• Indiana Michigan Power is encouraging customers to keep thermostats at a consistent temperature and maintain cooling system airflow to reduce energy use.
• The utility recommends using ceiling fans, managing sunlight with blinds or curtains, and taking advantage of natural light when possible.
• Customers can find additional bill saving resources through Indiana Michigan Power’s Bill Support Center.
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Sunday Markets At The Deck Return This Weekend
• The Deck at the Gas House will host its second Sunday Market of the season from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in downtown Fort Wayne.
• The event will feature local vendors selling items such as jewelry, paintings, and other handmade goods.
• Organizers say the market is designed to make the riverfront space more accessible and welcoming for the community.
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Standoff Ends Peacefully At Fort Wayne Apartment Complex
• Fort Wayne Police responded to the Brookmill Court apartments Wednesday morning while attempting to serve a warrant.
• SWAT officers, an armored vehicle, and a crisis negotiator were called to the scene after police believed the suspect was hiding in an attic.
• The suspect surrendered peacefully at 1:36 p.m. and was taken into custody with minimal impact to nearby residents.
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Man Taken Into Custody After Police Pursuit Through Fort Wayne
• Fort Wayne Police arrested a driver Wednesday after a pursuit that ended near Creighton Avenue and Reed Street.
• Officers said the chase began when a driver allegedly failed to stop for a traffic violation and later side-swiped another vehicle.
• Police said the suspect fled on foot through apartment buildings before being captured and hospitalized with minor injuries.
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House Fire North Of Downtown Fort Wayne Extinguished
• Fire crews responded to a house fire in the 1100 block of Irene Avenue around 2 p.m. Wednesday.
• Firefighters found flames coming from a corner of the home and extinguished the fire within about 20 minutes.
• All occupants evacuated safely, no injuries were reported, and the cause remains under investigation.
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Trump Administration Warns 500+ Hospitals To Disclose Prices Or Face Fines
• More than 500 hospitals have received federal warning letters since April for failing to provide required healthcare pricing information to the public.
• Hospitals that do not comply could face penalties of up to $2 million annually and may be required to submit corrective action plans.
• The administration says stronger price transparency enforcement will help patients, employers, and insurers better compare healthcare costs and reduce overspending.

Why it matters here:
Greater hospital price transparency could make it easier for patients to compare costs before receiving care and may influence healthcare expenses nationwide.

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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

Austin Beale
9:00 am – 3:00 pm @ Dash-In — Free

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

Fort Wayne Artists Guild 48th Annual Ventures in Creativity
9:00 am – 5:00 pm @ USF Rolland Art Center — Free

Kim Lanoue: Pastel Paintings
10:00 am – 6:00 pm @ The Orchard Gallery of Fine Art — Free

Color In Motion
10:00 am – 8:00 pm @ Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory — $1–$7

Julie Wall: Grounded In Light
10:00 am – 8:00 pm @ Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory — $1–$7

The Art of Ezra Tucker
10:00 am – 8:00 pm @ Fort Wayne Museum of Art — $8–$10

Chuck Sperry: Archetypes
10:00 am – 8:00 pm @ Fort Wayne Museum of Art — $8–$10

The Fashion of Art Deco: Lifestyle in the Jazz Age
10:00 am – 8:00 pm @ Fort Wayne Museum of Art — $8–$10

American Regionalism & Images of the Heartland
10:00 am – 8:00 pm @ Fort Wayne Museum of Art — $8–$10

Beyond Recognition
5:30 pm @ Honeywell Center Carpenter Plaza — Free

Ross Kinsey
5:30 pm @ Vinland Reserve Winery — Free

Birdy Gosser
6:00 pm @ Chance Bar — Free

Country Heritage Open Mic Night w/Chris Hambrick
6:00 pm @ Country Heritage Winery — Free

Scotty Butters
6:00 pm @ Sylvan Cellars — No Cover

Matt Kempf
6:30 pm @ Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory — $1

The Cold Hearts
7:00 pm @ The Club Room at The Clyde — Free

Dylan Raymond
7:00 pm @ Redwood Inn — No Cover

Mad Anthony Open Mic Night w/Mike Conley
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm @ Mad Anthony Brewing Co. — Free

Wabass Live
7:30 pm @ Honeywell Center — $25

David Lee Roth
7:30 pm @ Foellinger Theatre — $85.55–$178.05

Dave Pagan's Love Jams
8:00 pm @ Wrigley Field Bar & Grill — No Cover

Tronic Thursdays
10:00 pm @ O'Sullivan's — No Cover

Germanfest: Day 1
11:00 am – 11:00 pm @ Headwaters Park — $3–$5

Turtle Days: Day 2
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm @ Churubusco Community Park — Free

Cats
2:00 & 8:00 pm @ Wagon Wheel Theatre — $25–$55

Leo-Cedarville Farmers Market
4:00 pm – 7:00 pm @ Riverside Gardens Park — Free

Collin Moulton
7:00 pm @ Summit City Comedy Club — $24–$32

Latch String Karaoke w/Stacy Heather
10:00 pm @ Latch String Bar & Grill — Free

Hawkins Karaoke Night w/DJ Jay Mars
10:00 pm @ Hawkins House of Fish — Free

Thu, June 11th⚾
TinCaps @ Dayton — 7:05 PM EDT

Fri, June 12th⚾
TinCaps @ Dayton — 7:05 PM EDT

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