Fort Wayne Update June 23rd

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The Fort Wayne Update

Tuesday, June 23
Hi – 76° Low – 56° | ☀️ Mostly Sunny → ⛅ Partly Cloudy
A beautiful early-summer day with a comfortable mix of sunshine and passing clouds. Afternoon temperatures climb to around 76°F, while light westerly winds and moderate humidity keep conditions feeling pleasant. Despite the mild temperatures, the UV index will be very high, so sunscreen is recommended for extended time outdoors. The evening stays quiet and cool with partly cloudy skies and an overnight low near 56°F.

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Catch The Latest Love Island Episode At The Fairfield
• The Fairfield in Fort Wayne is hosting a Love Island watch party starting at 8 p.m. on Tuesday for fans of the show.
• The episode begins at 9 p.m. and the event is open to guests age 18 and older with free tickets available online.
• The venue will offer themed drinks, a “pint and patty” burger special, and activities like duckpin bowling and darts during the event.
→ Read more from WANE

Several Road Projects Kick Off Across Fort Wayne On Monday
• Multiple road projects will begin Monday across Fort Wayne and Allen County, bringing full closures and lane restrictions on several major roads.
• Indianapolis Road will be fully closed between West Hamilton Road and West Yoder Road through June 30, with additional closures affecting Lake Avenue, Cook Road, and South Coliseum Boulevard.
• City Utilities says its East Transmission Main Project will also impact traffic through late November, including closures on New Haven Avenue and South Coliseum Boulevard.
→ Read more from WPTA

Fort Wayne City Utilities To Host ‘Clean Drains Week’
• Fort Wayne City Utilities says it will host Clean Drains Week from July 6 to July 13 to encourage residents to clear storm drains.
• Officials reported hundreds of drainage complaints this spring, with many issues linked to debris blocking storm drains across the city.
• Participants can register to receive free Clean Drains kits with supplies like gloves, trash bags, and educational materials.
→ Read more from WPTA

Electric Works Announces Partnership With Events Management Group
• Electric Works in Fort Wayne has partnered with Four-Thirty Venue Group to manage and coordinate events across the campus.
• Four-Thirty Venue Group, founded by Kelley Geiser, will now serve as the official event organizer starting Monday.
• Company leaders said the partnership aims to expand event offerings and improve guest experiences at the Electric Works campus.
→ Read more from WANE

Turnstone Push Paddle Pedal Challenge Runs Through July 31
• Turnstone’s 7th annual Push Paddle Pedal challenge began June 1 and continues through July 31 in Fort Wayne.
• Participants are encouraged to complete 1,000 minutes of movement, with any type of exercise counting toward the goal.
• A $25 registration fee includes a T-shirt and pin, with proceeds supporting Turnstone programs for people with disabilities.
→ Read more from WPTA

New Fort Wayne Organization Hosts Bourbon & Blue Fundraiser
• Bourbon & Blue is raising money for the Core Leadership Academy, a nonprofit that provides leadership training designed for first responders.
• Co-founder Mitch McKinney said the event is intended to bring community members together while supporting leadership education and training opportunities.
• The fundraiser also celebrates McKinney’s retirement after more than 25 years with the Fort Wayne Police Department, including service as a detective sergeant.
→ Read more from WPTA

Fort Wayne Boy’s Lemonade Stand Raises Hundreds For Law Enforcement
• Mason’s Lemonade Stand in Fort Wayne raised money to help the Fort Wayne Police Department purchase toys for children in emergency situations.
• The stand collected $800 for the police department, which was used during a shopping trip for comfort items at local stores and vendors.
• The fundraiser brought in $1,004 total, with additional donations from local businesses and extra support from Well Family Chiropractic.
→ Read more from WANE

Coroner Identifies Pedestrian Killed In Friday Hit And Run Crash On Maysville Road
• The Allen County Coroner’s Office identified the pedestrian killed in a Friday hit-and-run crash near Kreager Park as 49-year-old Donsia Lamont Kizer of Fort Wayne.
• The crash happened around 3 a.m. Friday at the intersection of Maysville Road and Lake Forest Drive, according to the Fort Wayne Police Department.
• Police said the driver fled the scene after the crash, and the investigation into the manner of death is still ongoing.
→ Read more from WPTA

Murder Charge Dropped For Man Involved In January Shooting
• Johnny Rowe pleaded guilty to assisting a criminal in connection with Allen County’s first homicide of 2026.
• Rowe originally faced murder and robbery charges tied to a January shooting at a Fort Wayne home that left 31-year-old Khiry Van Wilkens dead.
• Under a plea deal, Rowe could receive 1 to 6 years in prison, and the remaining charges will be dismissed if accepted by a judge at sentencing on August 6.
→ Read more from WANE

Teen Pleads Guilty To Murder Of 86-Year-Old Woman
• Devon Stewart Jr., 19, pleaded guilty to murdering 86-year-old Alice Hall in a June 2025 Fort Wayne shooting.
• Stewart agreed to a deal calling for a 55-year prison sentence, with firearm enhancement charges dropped if accepted by a judge.
• Court records say Stewart was arrested along with another teen, and a co-defendant previously pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit murder.
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Fort Wayne FC Preps For July 4 Grand Opening At Ruoff Mortgage Stadium
• Fort Wayne FC is preparing for its July 4 grand opening match against Spokane Velocity, with major stadium features expected to be completed before the event.
• Team officials said the video board, fan store, ticket booth, seating areas, suites, and other fan amenities will be ready for opening day crowds.
• The celebration will begin with a 7:30 p.m. kickoff and include giveaways and a fireworks display following the match.
→ Read more from WANE

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US Iran Negotiations End As Technical Talks Continue Amid Tensions
• High level talks in Switzerland ended with agreement to continue lower-level technical negotiations for the rest of the week
• The U.S. and Iran agreed to create a deconfliction cell involving Lebanon to help enforce a ceasefire framework in the ongoing conflict with Hezbollah
• Both sides exchanged threats and accusations over the Strait of Hormuz, with the U.S. disputing Iran’s claim that it was closed

Why it matters here:
The talks show the fragile nature of the ceasefire process, where diplomacy, military tensions, and energy security remain tightly linked and still unresolved.

→ Get the full national breakdown from our team at The Nova

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

The Art of Ezra Tucker
10:00 am – 6:00 pm @ Fort Wayne Museum of Art — $8–$10

Chuck Sperry: Archetypes
10:00 am – 6:00 pm @ Fort Wayne Museum of Art — $8–$10

The Fashion of Art Deco: Lifestyle in the Jazz Age
10:00 am – 6:00 pm @ Fort Wayne Museum of Art — $8–$10

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

American Regionalism & Images of the Heartland
10:00 am – 6:00 pm @ Fort Wayne Museum of Art — $8–$10

Andy Pauquette
6:00 pm @ The Club Room at The Clyde — Free

Latch String Open Mic w/Chris Hambrick
10:00 pm @ Latch String Bar & Grill — Free

Allen County Fair: Day 1
9:00 am – 10:00 pm @ Allen County Fairgrounds, Lima — $2–$10

Carousel
7:00 pm @ Wagon Wheel Theatre — $25–$55

O’Sullivan’s Karaoke
10:00 pm @ O'Sullivan's — Free

Tue, June 23rd⚾
TinCaps @ Lake County — 6:05 PM EDT

Wed, June 24th⚾
TinCaps @ Lake County— 11:05 AM EDT

Thu, June 25th⚾
TinCaps @ Lake County — 7:00 PM EDT

Fri, June 26th⚾
TinCaps @ Lake County — 7:00 PM EDT

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