Fort Wayne
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Saturday, April 11th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mike Ackels donated the old East Side Automotive Service Center on East Washington Boulevard to Clothes for Joes, which will be renovated into a veterans service center offering showers, a barber’s room, free clothing plus internet services. Veterans will start using the facility by the end of summer. 21Alive
- ➤ Allen County Public Library congratulated Visit Fort Wayne for earning the Indiana Tourism Association Best Meeting/Group Partnership Award for hosting the International Jewish Genealogical Society Annual Conference in Fort Wayne from Aug. 10 to 14, 2025. The event attracted hundreds and generated $621,000 in economic impact. Around Fort Wayne
- ➤ Iris Family Support Center is recognizing National Child Abuse Prevention Month this April by encouraging community members to wear blue and grab a pinwheel. CEO Dee Szyndrowski says the event highlights that child abuse is 100% preventable if signs are recognized. WFFT-TV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Indiana Michigan Power is asking state regulators to approve its purchase of the planned Sycamore Riverside Energy Center, a 918 MW natural gas facility to be built in Sullivan County. The Fort Wayne-based utility expects a decision by the end of the year and plans to take ownership in March 2029 if approved. The Journal Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Indiana lawmakers are warning residents of phishing scams that use urgent language to impersonate court officials and toll agencies. They advise avoiding unknown links and reporting suspicious messages to protect personal data. WOWO
- ➤ The Indiana Department of Transportation will begin asphalt repairs for pothole issues on Coliseum Boulevard from Lake Ave to E Washington Blvd starting Monday, Apr. 13 with work scheduled overnight from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m.—projected to finish by April 17, weather permitting. Motorists should plan alternate routes. 21Alive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On April 9, Dupont Hospital celebrated its 25th anniversary and marked nearly 3,000 births since opening as the first facility in Northern Allen County. The 131-bed hospital has since expanded to serve over 258,000 patients annually with advanced services for the community. US 93.3
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Fort Wayne business broker BIB Group announced Friday that the former Pint + Slice, which served the area for 18 years before closing on Dec. 31, has been sold; the new owners plan to introduce fresh dining options in downtown. 21Alive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Maria Marchesano, a Fort Wayne native and former Purdue Fort Wayne women's basketball coach with a 94-76 record, was named head coach at Butler in a press conference Friday at Hinkle Fieldhouse. She will coach Butler seniors Saniya and Nevaeh Jackson on campus. 21Alive
- ➤ The Purdue Fort Wayne women’s basketball team has announced Kate Peterson Abiad as its new head coach after Maria Marchesano stepped down + a welcome presentation is set for Wednesday, Apr. 15 at 1 p.m. in the International Ballroom on campus. 21Alive
- ➤ Friday night, Dufour scored three goals + lifted the Komets to a win over Kalamazoo at the rink in Fort Wayne, energizing the local team as fans cheered the strong performance. 21Alive
- ➤ Today, Carroll, Norwell and East Noble hosted varsity baseball and softball contests while boys volleyball matches filled local gyms — marking an early-spring sports slate that energized the community. WFFT-TV
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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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Pauly Shore Live
7-10 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedy icon Pauly Shore who shot to fame in the 90s with his unique style.
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Grow & Socialize: Men's Series Event
6-8 p.m. — The Ari Creative Event Studio — Limited spots available — Connect with local male entrepreneurs in a strategic networking environment.
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Fort Wayne Tincaps Baseball Game
6:59-8:05 p.m. — Parkview Field — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup featuring the Fort Wayne Tincaps against the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers.
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Touch A Truck Event
9 AM – 12 PM — Ivy Tech Community College Fort Wayne — Free entry — Explore trucks and vehicles while enjoying a family-friendly atmosphere.
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