Fort Wayne Update June 15th

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Monday, June 15
Hi – 74° Low – 54° | 🌤 Mostly Sunny → ⛅ Partly Cloudy
A pleasant and comfortable day with sunshine during the morning and increasing clouds through the afternoon. Temperatures top out near 74°F, while light north-northwest winds and moderate humidity make for enjoyable outdoor conditions. The UV index remains very high despite the cloud increase, so sun protection is still recommended. The evening turns cool and quiet with partly cloudy skies and an overnight low around 54°F.

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Construction Brings Road Closure, Lane Restrictions, And Traffic Changes To Fort Wayne’s Northwest Side
• St. Marys Avenue will be closed at Huffman Street for about three days while City Utilities crews replace a water valve
• Lane restrictions will affect parts of Lima Road for about two days during water main repair work
• Traffic pattern changes are planned near Franke Park Drive as Parks and Recreation conducts asphalt improvements
→ Read more from WPTA

Severe Storms Spawn At Least Seven Tornadoes Across Indiana
• A powerful line of storms on June 11 produced at least seven confirmed tornadoes across northern Indiana
• Three people were injured, and no fatalities have been reported, according to preliminary assessments
• The strongest tornado was an EF-3 in Kouts with estimated peak winds of 136 to 165 mph, with full NWS review still ongoing
→ Read more from WPTA

FWPD Reminds Families Of Indiana Juvenile Curfew Rules During Summer Break
• Fort Wayne Police are reminding parents and guardians about the state’s juvenile curfew laws during summer break
• The rules set different nighttime restrictions for youth under 15 and those ages 15 to 17, including earlier weekend limits for older teens
• The department says exceptions apply for work, school, emergencies, religious or political activities, and parent-approved outings
→ Read more from WPTA

Fort Wayne, Allen County Offices To Close In Recognition Of Juneteenth
• City and county offices in Fort Wayne and Allen County will be closed on June 19 for Juneteenth
• Garbage and recycling collection will be delayed by one day for the rest of the week due to the holiday schedule change
• Emergency and 24/7 county services, including the sheriff’s department and corrections facilities, will remain open
→ Read more from WPTA

Juneteenth Observations Begin Early with Black Tee Party Community Celebration
• Fort Wayne organizations are beginning Juneteenth observances ahead of June 19 with community events.
• Bri the Change will host a Black Tee Party featuring blessing bag building, black-owned vendors, book giveaways, and mental health resources.
• A community resource fair and golf tournament will be held at Blue Jacket on Calhoun and McMillen Park Golf Course, with funds supporting Black-led nonprofits and businesses.
→ Read more from WANE

Fort Wayne Church Hosts Annual ‘Pride at Plymouth’ Celebration
• Plymouth Congregational Church held its 5th annual Pride at Plymouth event on Saturday as part of Pride Month observances.
• The free public event ran from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and included live music, panel discussions, vendors, children’s activities, and a family-friendly drag show.
• Church leaders said the event aims to foster community celebration, solidarity, and support for LGBTQ+ residents.
→ Read more from WPTA

National Weather Service Investigating Possible Tornado Damage
• The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana plans to survey several areas impacted by Thursday evening’s storms.
• Survey teams will examine damage near Angola in Steuben County as well as locations in Wabash and Huntington counties.
• A final assessment with survey findings will be released once the inspections are completed.
→ Read more from WANE

Parkview Health Audit Shows Revenue Growth Amid Debate Over Costs
• An independent audit found Parkview Health generated $3.4 billion in revenue in 2025, up more than $400 million from the previous year.
• The health system reported $107 million in operating income and more than $250 million in nonoperating net income despite rising healthcare costs.
• Critics argued Parkview’s financial strength reflects growing market dominance, while Parkview said its resources support expanded services, community investment, and patient care.
→ Read more from WANE

Fort Cade 2026 Showcases Fort Wayne’s Indie Game Developers
• Fort Cade 2026 will take place Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. at the downtown branch of the Allen County Public Library.
• The free event will feature independently developed games from creators in Fort Wayne and other Midwest cities including Chicago, Indianapolis, and Bloomington.
• Visitors can try games, learn about game development, attend presentations, and collect stamps for a raffle entry.
→ Read more from WANE

Home Heavily Damaged After Fire in Southeast Fort Wayne
• Fire crews responded to a home in the 5200 block of Gaywood Drive after multiple 911 calls reported heavy smoke and flames.
• Neighbors helped rescue a person from inside the home before firefighters arrived, and that person was not injured.
• The Fort Wayne Fire Department brought the fire under control in more than 30 minutes, and the cause remains under investigation.
→ Read more from WANE

Uber Passenger Seriously Injured in Downtown Fort Wayne Crash
• A two vehicle crash at East Wayne Street and South Clinton Street shortly after midnight left at least three people injured.
• One vehicle carrying Uber passengers caught fire after the collision, and firefighters quickly extinguished the flames.
• Police believe a southbound driver ran a red light and struck the Uber vehicle, and alcohol is believed to be a factor in the crash.
→ Read more from WANE

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Trump Marks 80th Birthday With White House UFC Cage-Fighting Event
• President Donald Trump is celebrating his 80th birthday with a UFC mixed martial arts event staged on the South Lawn of the White House featuring thousands of spectators and multiple fights.
• The event is part of a broader semi quincentennial celebration but comes as Trump faces an ongoing war in Iran, economic concerns, and declining approval ratings.
• Critics and analysts describe the spectacle as political theater and distraction, with estimates placing event-related costs and federal resource use at tens of millions of dollars.

Why it matters here:
The celebration highlights how political spectacle and entertainment are increasingly intertwined with governance, even as major domestic and international issues remain unresolved.

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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

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

Sweetwater Open Mic Night
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm @ Sweetwater Sound — Free

Monday Blues Jam Sessions
7:00 pm @ The Club Room at The Clyde — Free

Sweetwater Rock Camp
10:00 am – 4:00 pm @ Sweetwater Sound — $415

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

Tue, June 16th⚾
TinCaps vs. South Bend — 7:05 PM EDT

Wed, June 17th⚾
TinCaps vs. South Bend — 7:05 PM EDT

Thu, June 18th⚾
TinCaps vs. South Bend — 7:05 PM EDT

Fri, June 19th⚾
TinCaps vs. South Bend — 7:05 PM EDT

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