Fort Wayne
Today
Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ City of Fort Wayne invites volunteers to join the Great American Cleanup on Saturday, May 2, with supplies provided and registration open until Friday, April 10. In 2025, over 3,500 community members helped clear streets, parks, trails and riverways (the Solid Waste Department will assign cleanup locations based on need). US 93.3
- ➤ The BBB advises homeowners to check contractors carefully after recent storms and to work with their insurance, document damage, and obtain written estimates before hiring. They warn that storm chasers and dishonest contractors could mislead residents + cause costly repairs. The Waynedale News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Fort Wayne’s trolley and limousine services are facing rising gas prices that are increasing operating costs. Business owners noted that higher fuel prices may soon lead to fare adjustments — a plan to manage steepened expenses. 21Alive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Fort Wayne Museum of Art will host Chuck Sperry’s solo exhibition from April 25 to Aug. 09 featuring 100 prints of Greek Muses and a book signing on April 25 from 1-4 p.m., while the Fort Wayne Ballet matinee at 2:00 p.m. will feature a limited edition poster sale. Around Fort Wayne
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ AAA reported the national average for regular gas hit $4.06 & Fort Wayne pumps averaged $3.91 amid rising global tensions over Iran. US 93.3
- ➤ Gas stations in Indiana may see prices rise to $4.19 in the next 24 to 48 hours due to the war in Iran and seasonal refinery maintenance, while a BP refinery lockout in Whiting is not affecting supply as Governor Braun urges negotiations. WOWO
- ➤ A study by the Steuben County Economic Development Corp released Friday indicates a future casino near Interstate 69 and the Toll Road could draw 62% of its revenue from out-of-state gamblers. Voters in Allen, DeKalb, and Steuben counties will decide in November if the nearly $500 million project goes forward. WFFT-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Nearly $18 million in Lilly Endowment funding will support residential youth camps in northeast Indiana, with $5 million going to the YMCA and $3.9 million to Lake James Assembly in Angola. The grants were approved last week to complete the final phase of a three-part initiative to improve camp facilities and program capacity. The Journal Gazette
- ➤ Indiana Farm Bureau is launching GenConnect (a six-month youth leadership program) to pair ten high school students with experienced members. Applications open today until April 30, and the program will kick off in June. US 93.3
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Google plans to use farmland along Tillman Road as a temporary office space to support its expanding data center — county officials will review its rezoning request and residents can comment at a public hearing on April 15 at Citizens Square. WOWO
- ➤ A recent study released Friday shows that a proposed casino site near Interstate 69 in Steuben County, about 40 miles north of Fort Wayne, could earn 62 percent of its gaming revenue from visitors outside the state, and the idea will be on the ballot in local referendums this November. The Journal Gazette
- ➤ City officials closed a road east of downtown due to large potholes, and drivers should plan alternate routes to avoid delays. 21Alive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Allen County Sheriff’s Department has united to support a confinement officer battling pancreatic cancer by offering encouragement and vital resources during his treatment journey. 21Alive
- ➤ Indiana health experts say simple kitchen changes such as cutting sodium, using whole grains and quality proteins, and adding more fruits and vegetables can help lower chronic diseases like heart disease and diabetes. More Hoosiers are cooking at home with local ingredients, making healthy eating affordable and enjoyable. US 93.3
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Iowa Heartlanders at Fort Wayne Komets
7:30-8:35 p.m. — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — Kids seat free with adult ticket — Enjoy a thrilling hockey match featuring the Heartlanders and Komets.
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Komets Superhero Night
7:30-10:35 p.m. — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — Free capes for kids — Celebrate Superhero Night with meet and greets, mental health awareness, and fun contests.
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Musical Mornings with Freimann Quartet
10 a.m. — Crescendo Coffee And More — Free entry — Experience a delightful morning of live music with the Fort Wayne Philharmonic at your local coffee shop.
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Lansing Lugnuts at Fort Wayne Tincaps
6:59-8:05 p.m. — Parkview Field — Tickets required — Experience exciting family-friendly baseball action with the Fort Wayne TinCaps taking on the Lansing Lugnuts.
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North American Brass Band Championships
8 AM – 12 PM — Embassy Theatre — Check event page for pricing — Experience the thunderous power and shimmering precision of the ultimate showdown of musical mastery.
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Fort Wayne Tincaps vs. Lansing Lugnuts
1:05 – 2:05 PM — Parkview Field — Family-friendly fun — Enjoy a thrilling baseball game at the award-winning Parkview Field in Fort Wayne.
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Fort Wayne Komets vs. Toledo Walleye
5-8:05 p.m. — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — $60 for 4 tickets — Experience a thrilling hockey game with family activities and post-game skate on the ice.
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Fort Wayne Komets vs. Toledo Walleye
7:30 p.m. — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — Ticket availability varies — Come watch an exciting rematch between the Komets and Walleye in this rescheduled game.
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Gary Owen: No Hard Feelings Tour
8-11 PM — Embassy Theatre — Tickets from $49 — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Gary Owen as part of his tour.
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Forever K-Pop Concert
7-9 p.m. — Embassy Theatre — Ticket prices vary — A spectacular K-Pop celebration featuring electrifying performances of hits from BTS, BlackPink, and more.
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