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🌇Good morning, Fort Wayne! We hope you had an outstanding week! Here is your update.

In today’s edition:

1. Stretch of Coliseum Boulevard to close for construction

2. Fort Wayne Children's Zoo shows first glimpses of new baby giraffe

3. Purdue Fort Wayne announces groundbreaking ceremony for new music industry building

4. Amazon employees accused of organized theft of iPhones worth over $150K

5. The Indiana Supreme Court has upheld a life sentence for the Fort Wayne man in dismemberment case

6. Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker speaks on recent string of shootings

7. Fort Wayne officials break ground on health clinic in Village Premier development

8. Our 7 day weather forecast.

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📰News

🛣️Stretch of Coliseum Boulevard to close for construction

Starting September 11, a stretch of Coliseum Boulevard in Fort Wayne will close for over a week due to railroad construction. Norfolk Southern crews will be upgrading the grade crossing between Hatfield Road and Investment Drive. Full Story Here

🦒Fort Wayne Children's Zoo shows first glimpses of new baby giraffe

The Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo has welcomed a baby giraffe, born August 16 to Faye and Ezeji. Standing 5'10" and weighing 150 pounds, the female calf is now exploring her new exhibit with her mother and the other giraffes. The zoo highlights giraffe conservation issues, supporting efforts to protect these majestic animals.

🎸Purdue Fort Wayne announces groundbreaking ceremony for new music industry building

Purdue University Fort Wayne will break ground next Tuesday on a $25 million music industry building, set to open in fall 2026. The 26,000-square-foot facility, funded by state support and private donations, aims to boost the university’s growing music programs and contribute to Fort Wayne’s “Top 10 Music City” goal.

📱Amazon employees accused of organized theft of iPhones worth over $150K total

Fort Wayne police are investigating a major theft ring involving Amazon employees who stole and resold iPhone 15s. Two men, Omar and Amir Kelly, were arrested for stealing $7,456 worth of phones, with six recovered. Other suspects, Tanishia Palma and Adam Bigger, face charges for selling 154 stolen iPhones, totaling $138,094.

🔪The Indiana Supreme Court has upheld a life sentence for the Fort Wayne man in dismemberment case

The Indiana Supreme Court has upheld Mathew Cramer’s life without parole sentence for the brutal killing and dismemberment of Shane Nguyen. Cramer, convicted in April 2021, had argued self-defense, but the court rejected his appeal, citing the extreme nature of the crime and lack of redeeming factors.

👮Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker speaks on recent string of shootings

Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker, in an exclusive WANE 15 interview, expressed sadness over recent violence and officer-involved shootings, assuring residents of the city's safety. She highlighted the Fort Wayne Police Department's 81% violent crime clearance rate and emphasized the city's adherence to investigation protocols. Tucker also addressed ongoing efforts with Fort Wayne UNITED and the Ten Point Coalition to prevent crime. Read the full story here.

🏢Fort Wayne officials break ground on health clinic in Village Premier development

Fort Wayne’s Village Premier development has begun construction on a new 10,000-square-foot health clinic operated by Meridian Health Services. The clinic, part of a $65 million project, will offer primary care, behavioral health, and a pharmacy. The development also celebrates the completion of its first phase, with more housing and an early learning center planned.

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🏀🏈Sports🏒⚾

🏈Bishop Luers grad leads Northern Illinois to upset at No. 5 Notre Dame

Northern Illinois stunned No. 5 Notre Dame 16-14 with a dramatic finish on Saturday. Kanon Woodill’s 35-yard field goal and Cade Haberman’s block of a 62-yard attempt by Mitch Jeter secured the win. This marks Northern Illinois' first nonconference victory over a ranked team since 2003. Full Story here

7 Day Weather Forecast.

☀️Expect a warm and sunny midweek , but keep your rain gear handy for the weekend showers are on the way!

🥳Upcoming Events💃

Here are some events that are happening in our city this week.

Kuehnert Dairy Fall Festival

Join the Kuehnert Dairy Fall Festival from September 13 to October 27 in Fort Wayne! Enjoy over 30 attractions, including a corn maze, hayrides, and baby calves. The festival runs Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, with a new addition: the Kuehnert Milk House, featuring ice cream, cheese curds, and pizza. Admission is $15, with a season pass for $25.

Fort Wayne - Welcoming Week

Join Fort Wayne's Welcoming Week from September 13-22, celebrating diverse cultures with events like a Welcome Fair, film previews, and art shows. Enjoy vibrant festivities at multiple venues throughout the city!

Old Crow Medicine Show

Catch Old Crow Medicine Show live at the Embassy Theatre on September 14, 2024, at 7:30 PM. Enjoy Grammy-winning hits and their latest album, Jubilee, in a celebrated performance.

The Reverie: Barbara Gideon Art Exhibition

Experience "The Reverie" by Barbara Gideon at East Ende Eclectic on September 14, 2024, from 7:00 to 9:00 AM. Explore Gideon's dreamlike art that blends reality with fantasy across various mediums.

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