Fort Wayne
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Tuesday, April 7th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Walmart and Sam’s Club are running their 13th annual Fight Hunger. Spark Change. campaign from April 6 through May 3, inviting Fort Wayne shoppers to donate at checkout or online so purchases provide meals for families in need. The effort benefits Feeding America and Community Harvest Food Bank. WOWO
- ➤ The Veterans Memorial National Memorial Shrine and Museum launched its Agent Orange Fundraiser yesterday (April 6) to support veterans and raise community awareness of health issues linked to exposure. 21Alive
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Union Street Market officials are seeking a new management group to oversee the Electric Works campus. The new management will reposition the East Hall to enhance dining, retail, and entertainment options while food vendors remain, with select businesses temporarily closed (including the Crane Bar and Neon Pear gift shop). The Journal Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Dancing with the Arc Stars returns on April 30 in Fort Wayne, featuring local dance performances that promise an engaging community celebration. 21Alive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Northwest Allen County Schools will break ground on a new Transportation Center beside Aspen Meadow Elementary School at 2448 Hathaway Road on April 13 at 1 p.m. The project is designed to improve bus parking, maintenance, and staff training facilities. The Journal Gazette
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Fort Wayne homeowners should review their home insurance now to prepare for storm season as tornado damage may lead to steep out-of-pocket costs from wind and hail deductibles. Insurance Information Institute expert Mark Friedlander urged checking coverage details and replacement costs — advice that can help avoid unexpected expenses. WOWO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ During a New Haven listening session, the IURC heard ratepayers and union members voice concerns over rising bills and a labor lockout affecting 1,600 NIPSCO employees. Chairman Andy Zay said the agency will compile feedback into a report over 30 to 45 days to plan relief options. WFFT-TV
- ➤ Customers facing rising energy costs get relief as NIPSCO halts utility disconnections until May 15 to help families stay connected while they explore payment options (said President Vince Parisi). WOWO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ An AARP report finds that 1.11 million Indiana caregivers provide 860 million hours of unpaid labor, contributing $16.1 billion annually at a market rate of $18.68 per hour. The study, which uses 2024 data, shows that caregivers are increasingly handling complex tasks, raising concerns over their health+financial security. WFFT-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Manager Jonathan Mathews will lead the TinCaps in their home opener against the Lansing Lugnuts at 17th Parkview Field today, marking his first home game since the 2023 postseason. WFFT-TV
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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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Ahren Belisle Live Comedy Show
6-9 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Check venue for price — Experience the unique humor of Ahren Belisle, a comedian with a powerful story.
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Fort Wayne Tincaps vs. Wisconsin Timber Rattlers
6:35-7:35 p.m. — Parkview Field — Family-friendly — Enjoy an exciting evening of baseball under the lights at the award-winning Parkview Field.
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