Today’s Weather

Friday, May 2
Hi - 76 Low - 65 | 🌦️40% | W 13 mph
Expect 76°F with a 40% chance of rain, winds from the west at 13 mph, and a low of 65°F.

In Today’s Edition:

🌞 Proposed Solar Restrictions in Huntington County

🔥 Scrap Fire at OmniSource Shuts Down Maumee Avenue

🚛 Changes Coming to Community Harvest Farm Wagon

🚢 Sweet Breeze Canal Boat Tours Return Memorial Day Weekend

🥇 Allen County Wins Two Awards at State Trails Event

🛫 Fort Wayne Airport to Open New Frequent Flyer Lounge

🍹 City, Businesses Reflect on First Year of Downtown Fort Wayne DORA

Sports

⚾ TinCaps Bullpen Dominates in Win Over Dayton

📰News

🌞 Huntington County Commissioners approved a resolution for a Solar Energy Systems ordinance aimed at protecting farmland and aligning with local desires. It includes strict setback rules, height limits, and environmental safeguards. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🔥 A scrap fire broke out Wednesday evening at OmniSource on Maumee Avenue, burning through the night and shutting down part of the road. Crews moved 800 tons of steel to fight the fire. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🚛 Community Harvest Food Bank’s Farm Wagon is changing its distribution schedule starting May 1. The Coliseum Boulevard site will close, and new locations in Fort Wayne and DeKalb County will alternate weekly. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🚢 Sweet Breeze canal boat tours return Memorial Day weekend, with ticket sales starting May 1. Public and private cruises are available, and opening weekend tours include a chance to get free Science Central tickets. Read more from Fort Wayne Parks here.​

🥇 Allen County took home two of seven statewide honors at the Greenways Foundation’s Trails Celebration. Commissioner Rich Beck was named “Outstanding Public Official,” and the county’s equestrian course earned “Outstanding Trail Project.” Read more from WFFT here.

🛫 Fort Wayne International Airport will open The Gateway Lounge presented by STAR Bank on May 15. Located on the second floor, it offers amenities like private restrooms, workstations, snacks, and day or annual passes. Read more from WFFT here.

🍹 Fort Wayne’s DORA launched in May 2024 and has run smoothly with few issues. City officials are considering expanding it downtown. Businesses and Downtown Fort Wayne continue promoting it collaboratively. Read more from WANE 15 here.

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FORT WAYNE’S FIRST-EVER COFFEE CRAWL BREWS COMMUNITY AND CAFFEINE THIS JUNE

Fort Wayne, IN – Fort Wayne’s coffee scene is coming together like never before! From June 1–27, the inaugural Fort Wayne Coffee Crawl, presented by Fort Wayne Social Club and sponsored by Utopian Coffee, invites residents and visitors to sip, explore, and support local cafés across the city.

The event wraps up with a community finale party at Utopian Coffee’s Roastery, featuring music, food trucks, and plenty of coffee (and other beverages) to go around.

For a full list of participating shops and event details including raffles, visit www.fortwaynecoffeecrawl.com.

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🏀🏈Sports🏒⚾

⚾ The TinCaps beat the Dayton Dragons 8–3, powered by relievers Mallitz, Wissman, and Neighbors retiring the final 16 batters. De Vries led offensively and now tops the league in OPS and slugging. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🗓️ Tincaps Schedule

• Fri, May 2 — vs. Dayton at 7:05 PM EDT

• Sat, May 3 — vs. Dayton at 6:35 PM EDT (Military Appreciation Night)

• Sun, May 4 — vs. Dayton at 1:05 PM EDT (Postgame Autographs & Star Wars™ Day)

  Komets Playoffs

  Game 1
  📍 @ Toledo – Huntington Center
  🗓️ Fri, May 2 | 🕢 7:15 PM

  Game 2
  📍 @ Toledo – Huntington Center
  🗓️ Sat, May 3 | 🕢 7:15 PM

  Game 3
  📍 @ Fort Wayne – Memorial Coliseum
  🗓️ Mon, May 5 | 🕢 7:35 PM
  🎉 Chuck-A-Puck & Face Painting |

  Game 4
  📍 @ Fort Wayne – Memorial Coliseum
  🗓️ Wed, May 7 | 🕢 7:35 PM

  Game 5 (If Necessary)
  📍 @ Fort Wayne – Memorial Coliseum
  🗓️ Thu, May 8 | 🕢 7:35 PM

  Game 6 (If Necessary)
  📍 @ Toledo – Huntington Center
  🗓️ Sat, May 10 | 🕢 7:15 PM

  Game 7 (If Necessary)
  📍 @ Toledo – Huntington Center
  🗓️ Mon, May 12 | 🕢 7:15 PM

Events

Friday, May 2

🎶 Live Music

• Joe Justice | 11:00 am | Parks & Rec Community Center | Free

• Olivia & The Garden Dogs | 12:00 pm | Sweetwater Sound | Free

• Jake Gamble | 2:00 pm | Evergreen Senior Living | Free

• James Baker Trio (Jazz) | 5:00 pm | Ruth’s Chris Steak House | No cover

• Smokestack Jack (Classic Rock) | 6:00 pm | Country Heritage Winery | No cover

• Mike Conley (Variety) | 6:00 pm | Mad Anthony Brewing Co. | No cover

• Thumbrider (Honky Tonk) | 6:00 pm | Downtown Columbia City | Free

• Chris Worth & Co. (Variety) | 6:00 pm | Lakers Landing | No cover

• The Supernovas (Variety) | 6:30 pm | Vinland Reserve Winery | Free

• ta’korei (Contemporary Pop) | 6:30 pm | Club Soda | Free

🎨 Art

• PFW BFA Thesis Seminar Exhibition | 8:30 am – 4:30 pm | Blue Jacket Inc. | Free

• Hubble and Webb Space Telescopes | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm | Science Central | $10–$12

• Historic Swinney Homestead Open House | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm | Swinney Homestead | Free

• Color in Motion (Butterfly Exhibit) | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm | Botanical Conservatory | $5–$7

• Grace Yencer: Gentle Turning | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm | Botanical Conservatory | $5–$7

• Ancient Methods, Modern Visions | 10:00 am – 6:00 pm | FW Museum of Art | $8–$10

• Expressionism and Spirituality | 10:00 am – 6:00 pm | FW Museum of Art | $8–$10

• My PURSEonal Favorites | 10:00 am – 6:00 pm | FW Museum of Art | $8–$10

• FAILE: A Riot of Existence | 10:00 am – 6:00 pm | FW Museum of Art | $8–$10

• Suzie Emley & Julie Langensiepen Exhibit | 10:00 am – 6:00 pm | Orchard Gallery | Free

• Truthful Illusions: Realism vs Abstraction | 11:00 am – 6:00 pm | FW Museum of Art | $8–$10

• Broadway Arts District First Fridays | 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm | Broadway Corridor | Free

• Highlights from the Collection | 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm | Garrett Museum of Art | Free

🛍️ Markets

• Vera Bradley Outlet Sale | 9:00 am – 8:30 pm | Memorial Coliseum | $6

🎓 Classes

• Mixing Masterclass w/Chris Lord Alge | 10:00 am – 6:00 pm | Sweetwater Studios | $1,295

🚶 Sightseeing

• Historic Swinney Homestead Open House | 10:00 am – 4:00 pm | Swinney Homestead | Free

• Black Pine Sanctuary | 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm | Albion | $10–$17.50

• Glo Wild | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm | Fort Wayne Zoo

🎉 Special Events

• Broadway Arts District First Fridays: Here We Grow Again! | 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm | Broadway Corridor | Free

• Columbia City Connect First Fridays: Touch-A-Truck & Plant Swap | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Downtown Columbia City | Free