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Friday, April 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A crash on Fort Wayne’s south side closed westbound I-469 between Muldoon and Winchester Roads around 6:15 a.m. Thursday when two semis collided and one leaked 250 gallons of diesel fuel—state police directed drivers to exit onto a County Road and use Bluffton Road to rejoin the highway. 21Alive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Jurors on Thursday found a 37-year-old Fort Wayne woman guilty of murdering her boyfriend during a 2023 stabbing in southeast Fort Wayne—she faces 45 to 65 years in prison and will be sentenced on May 23 at 8:30 a.m. The Journal Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fort Wayne Community Schools held its 9th annual English Language Learners Family Night at Study Elementary on Thursday evening, offering language support and celebrating community diversity with cultural displays, traditional food, and performances. School officials noted the event drew a nearly full parking lot—much higher than the 20 attendees nine years ago—and said they will hold a 10th annual event next year. 21Alive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Indiana Governor Mike Braun said lawmakers reached a deal that includes Amendment 36 to Senate Bill 1 to help lower taxes for homeowners. He urged the Senate to send the bill to his desk soon so he can sign it into law. US 93.3
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Officials confirmed six measles cases in Allen County, with four cases among unvaccinated minors and two in adults, and said all cases are connected. Super Shot and the Allen County Department of Health are holding a free walk-in vaccination clinic at 1515 Hobson Road — the clinic was held on Thursday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., is open today from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and will run tomorrow from 9 a.m. to noon. WOWO
SPORTS NEWS
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2025 Marquee Gala with Reeve Carney
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Embassy Theatre — Fundraising event — Enjoy cocktails, gourmet food, and a dazzling performance by Broadway star Reeve Carney.
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Theo Von: Return Of The Rat
7-11 p.m. — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of humorous storytelling and engaging anecdotes from popular podcaster Theo Von.
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Fort Wayne Half and Full Marathon
4-10 a.m. — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — Cost info not specified — Experience a well-supported race with Boston Qualifying certification opportunities.
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Python for Scientists Training/Class
Apr 28 – May 2 — Im-Power Healthcare, LLC — $2090 — Enhance your Python skills tailored for scientific applications in this intensive training course.
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Dayton Dragons at Fort Wayne Tincaps
6:35-6:45 p.m. — Parkview Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling night of baseball with family entertainment at the award-winning Parkview Field.
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Steve Rannazzisi Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Steve Rannazzisi, known for his engaging performances.
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Bouquets and Bubbly
7-10 p.m. — Visions Event Hall — Celebrate Mother's Day with beautiful bouquets and sparkling drinks in a festive atmosphere.
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Dayton Dragons at Fort Wayne Tincaps
6:35 PM — Parkview Field — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling baseball game with family-friendly entertainment in a beautiful setting.
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Ecstatic Dance Experience
6-8 p.m. — Fort Wayne Dance Collective — Sliding Scale Ticket — Engage in a therapeutic freeform dance journey with a vibrant community atmosphere.
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Chelcie Lynn Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket pricing varies — Enjoy a night of laughter with one of Variety’s Top 10 Comics To Watch.
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