Tuesday, June 17
Hi – 86° Low – 68° | ⛅ Warm with a Chance of Pop-Up Showers | Wind SW 5–10 mph
Get ready for a summer-like Tuesday! The day starts off cloudy but brightens up with afternoon sun and the chance for a few pop-up showers. Highs will reach a warm 86°F, and with humidity at 74%, it’ll feel a little sticky. Light southwest winds and a high UV index mean it's a good idea to stay cool, hydrated, and sun-protected. Tuesday night will be warm and partly cloudy, with a low of 68°F. Humidity stays high, so it might feel a bit muggy.

🚧 I-469 On-Ramp To Close Through August

🌳 City Upgrades Six Playgrounds Across Fort Wayne

🌱 Allen County Fair to Offer Soil Health Education Sessions

🏠 At Home Files Bankruptcy but Stores Stay Open

🛞 Fort Wayne Hosts Free Child Bike Safety Sessions

🏀 Pacers Fever Takes Over Fort Wayne

☕ Utopian Coffee Says Goodbye To The Landing

⚾ TinCaps Celebrate Father’s Day With Comeback Win

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🚧 Starting around June 21, the on-ramp from SR 37/Maysville Road to southbound I-469 in northeast Fort Wayne will be closed through the end of August for ongoing construction, according to INDOT. Drivers are advised to take SR 37 to northbound I-469, exit at Maplecrest Road, and loop back to southbound I-469. A temporary traffic signal will be installed at the ramp intersection near Maplecrest to manage traffic. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🌳Fort Wayne has renovated six parks: Lakeside, Franke, Jehl, Waynedale, Indian Village, and McCormick with $1.2 million in new, accessible playground equipment. City officials held a ribbon cutting at Lakeside Park to mark the occasion. Indian Village and McCormick will be completed later this month. Read more from WFFT here.

🌱 The Allen County Fair runs Tuesday, June 17 through Sunday, June 22, and this year’s focus is on soil health. The Allen County Soil and Water Conservation District Education Trailer will be open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. near the East entrance gate. Visitors can learn more about soil care and conservation throughout the fair. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🏠 Home goods retailer At Home has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as part of a financial restructuring plan. Despite the filing the company plans to keep most of its 200+ stores including the Fort Wayne location on Illinois Road open during the process. Customers can continue shopping in-store and online. The company aims to emerge stronger and better positioned for long-term growth. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🛞 The City of Fort Wayne is holding four free bicycle safety training sessions for elementary-aged children this summer. The sessions include guidance from the Fort Wayne Police Department Bike Patrol and Trek Fort Wayne on helmet fitting, bike adjustments, and maintenance basics like brake tuning and tire inflation. A mile-long guided ride follows each session. Free bike helmets will be provided by the Indiana Department of Transportation while supplies last, and a few loaner bikes will be available through Pedals of Hope. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🏀 As the Indiana Pacers push through the NBA Finals, Fort Wayne is buzzing with excitement. Local bars like 2Toms Brewing Company and Bravas have hosted watch parties with extended hours and special menus. Citilink buses now display “Go Pacers,” and pop-up shops are selling unofficial team gear. Fans across the city have packed venues to cheer the team on together, creating a united, electric atmosphere. Read more from WANE 15 here.

☕ Utopian Coffee and Kitchen celebrated its final day on The Landing Saturday, June 14, after five years in the downtown space. The café is closing as its lease ends, allowing the business to return to its coffee roasting roots. Co-Founder Brendon Maxwell said the team is excited to refocus on their roasting company, which has been in operation for 20 years. The café will be transformed into a new coffee shop and deli inspired by NYC Jewish traditions. Read more from WANE 15 here.

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⚾ The Fort Wayne TinCaps beat the South Bend Cubs 5–4 on Father’s Day. In his High-A debut, Luis Gutierrez pitched six innings with just one earned run. The 'Caps drew 11 walks and scored all five runs without recording a hit in the seventh inning. Ruben Galindo earned the win, and Garrett Hawkins closed it out for his second save. Read more from MiLB.com here.

Tue, June 17
⚾ @ Dayton— 7:05 PM EDT

Wed, June 18
⚾ @ Dayton— 7:05 PM EDT

Thu, June 19
⚾ @ Dayton— 7:05 PM EDT

Fri, June 20
⚾ @ Dayton— 7:05 PM EDT

Sat, June 21
⚾ @ Dayton— 7:05 PM EDT

Sun, June 22
⚾ @ Dayton— 1:05 PM EDT

Wed, June 18
⚾ vs Lexington SC— 7:00 PM EDT

Sat, June 21
⚾ vs West Virginia United— 7:00 PM EDT

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