Today’s Weather

Tuesday, May 13
Hi – 76° Low – 60° | 🌧️ 40% | Wind ESE 7–10 mph (day), ESE 8 mph (night)
Expect overcast skies with a few showers and storms in the afternoon. Highs will reach 76°F with moderate humidity. Winds from the east-southeast at 7–10 mph. Tonight, rain chances increase with lows around 60°F and light east-southeast winds. Full moon rises at 10:21 PM.

In today’s edition:

🚗 Crash causes slowdown on I-69 near Fort Wayne’s northern edge

🎭 Broadway at the Embassy announces lineup for 2025-2026 season

⚽Fort Wayne FC kicks off season with Mother’s Day match

🚨 American Red Cross seeking volunteers for ‘Sound the Alarm’ campaign

🧹 Cesar, the Unsung Hero of First Wayne Street Church

🌸 Mother’s Day Picnic and Hike at Lindenwood Preserve

🏍️ Motorcyclist killed in weekend crash on U.S. 30 in Fort Wayne

Sports

🏒 Komets Reflect on Season After Playoff Exit in Episode 23

📰News

🚗 A crash near mile-marker 317 on I-69 caused a temporary lane closure and traffic backup Monday near Union Chapel Road. A tow truck removed a pickup from a ditch, and traffic resumed shortly after. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🎭 Broadway at the Embassy revealed its largest season yet, featuring seven shows including The Book of Mormon, Mrs. Doubtfire, Kinky Boots, CLUE, Beetlejuice, The Music Man, and Spamalot. Season ticket packages start at $225. Read more from WANE 15 here.

⚽ Fort Wayne FC began its season with a 2-0 win over Sueno FC, honoring soccer moms on Mother’s Day. Fans celebrated with stories, including one mom-son duo’s lifelong love of the game. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🚨 The Red Cross of Northeast Indiana needs volunteers for its “Sound the Alarm” campaign on May 17 to install free smoke detectors in homes. No experience is necessary—training will be provided on-site. Read more from 21Alive News here.

🧹 Cesar Anzaldua, Facility Manager at First Wayne Street United Methodist Church, was honored as an “Unsung Hero” for his tireless dedication and servant leadership. Known for his faith, kindness, and work ethic, Cesar inspires his entire community. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🌸 Lindenwood Nature Preserve invited moms to enjoy a scenic picnic and wildflower hike on Mother’s Day. The 110-acre preserve features rare flora, 80 bird species, and a relaxing guided stroll starting at the campfire circle. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🏍️ A motorcyclist died late Saturday after a crash with a car at U.S. 30 and Kromer Road. Medics attempted lifesaving measures, but the rider died at the scene. Speed and alcohol are not believed to be factors. Read more from WFFT here.

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📣 Local Spotlight: Patrick Riecke’s Busy Speaking Season!

A friend of the Fort Wayne Update, Patrick Riecke, is having a busy and exciting month! His new book just hit paperback to celebrate Nurses Week. Check out the book Here

He's bringing his message of overcoming healthcare burnout to several big stages.

• May 14: Speaking at Dupont Hospital during Hospital Week.

• Later this month: Presenting at a home health care conference in Palm Springs, CA.

• Wrapping up with local leaders at Adams Health.

He just returned from a speaking engagement in Destin, FL, inspiring a large healthcare organization.

Congrats, Patrick — we’re cheering you on! 🎉

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Events 

Tuesday, May 13th

🎨 Arts

• PFW Summer Selections Exhibition
  8:00 am – 9:00 pm @ PFW Visual Arts Gallery
  Free admission

• Color in Motion
  10:00 am – 5:00 pm @ Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory
  $5 – $7

• Grace Yencer: Gentle Turning
  10:00 am – 5:00 pm @ Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory
  $5 – $7

• Ancient Methods, Modern Visions
  10:00 am – 6:00 pm @ Fort Wayne Museum of Art
  $8 – $10

• My PURSEonal Favorites
  10:00 am – 6:00 pm @ Fort Wayne Museum of Art
  $8 – $10

• FAILE: A Riot of Existence, Wishing on You
  10:00 am – 6:00 pm @ Fort Wayne Museum of Art
  $8 – $10

• Suzie Emley’s Oil Paintings & Julie Langensiepen’s Soft Sculpture
  10:00 am – 6:00 pm @ The Orchard Gallery of Fine Art
  Free admission

• Truthful Illusions: Realism in the Age of Abstraction
  11:00 am – 6:00 pm @ Fort Wayne Museum of Art
  $8 – $10

🎶 Music

• Joe Justice
  2:00 pm @ Oak Street Health
  Free

• Acoustic Jam
  5:00 pm @ Sweetwater Sound
  Free

• Debutants
  6:00 pm @ Ambrosia Orchard
  Free

• OK, Boomer
  6:00 pm @ The Club Room at The Clyde
  No cover

• Jake Emissions & The Slashers w/Chad Price Peace Coalition, The Raging Nathans
  6:30 pm @ Fort Wayne Guitar Exchange
  $10

🦒 Tours

• Fort Wayne Zoo
  9:00 am – 6:00 pm @ Fort Wayne Zoo
  $22 – $24

🎭 Theater

• Firefly Tour
  7:00 pm @ Kehoe Park
  Free

🎤 Special Events

• Trek the Trails
  6:00 pm @ Cookie Cottage
  Free

🎉 Festivals

• Big Brothers Big Sisters Gourmet Dinner w/Jerome Bettis
  6:00 pm @ Grand Wayne Convention Center
  $400 – $500

• Amuse at Ambrosia w/Debutants
  6:00 pm – 9:00 pm @ Ambrosia Orchard
  Free

🎧 Entertainment

• Singo at Country Heritage Winery: Best of Hip-Hop
  6:00 pm @ Country Heritage Winery
  Free

🏀🏈Sports🏒⚾

🏒 The Komets' season ended in a 5-3 loss to Toledo in game six of the Central Division Finals. Despite the exit, the team celebrated a strong postseason run after missing the playoffs last year. Fans can celebrate the season at Tuesday’s annual Charity Jersey Auction at the Coliseum’s Expo Hall 2. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., bidding starts at 7 p.m., and admission is free. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🗓️ Tincaps Schedule

Tue, May 13
⚾ @ West Michigan — 6:35 PM EDT

Wed, May 14
⚾ @ West Michigan — 6:35 PM EDT

Thu, May 15
⚾ @ West Michigan — 7:05 PM EDT

Fri, May 16
⚾ @ West Michigan — 7:05 PM EDT