Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 13th of April.
Good morning, Fort Wayne.
Clothes for Joes, a nonprofit planning a veterans service center, will move into the donated building on East Washington Blvd. which will offer showers, internet, phones & free clothing for homeless veterans by the end of summer.
LADA Through the Looking Glass will be performed free at the Embassy Theatre on Wednesday, Apr.
29 at 1 p.m. with doors opening at noon — featuring more than 40 Life Adult Day Academy students who created the artwork for the imaginative show.
Snider High School's freshmen team is one of four finalists in the Arby’s National Case Challenge and will present ideas on Wednesday, Apr.
15 from 12-1:30 p.m. at their school on 4600 Fairlawn Pass to help attract younger customers.
Eight IU Fort Wayne nursing students served underserved communities in the Dominican Republic during spring break, running mobile clinics and donating supplies (hygiene, clothing, and wound care items) while providing health education.
The trip boosted their clinical skills and cultural awareness.
Fort Wayne City Utilities began replacing a 100-year-old water main today on South Anthony Boulevard, causing traffic and parking restrictions between East Pontiac Street and Oxford Street.
Crews will also upgrade homeowners' lead service lines, and the work is expected to take three months.
Health experts in Fort Wayne warned yesterday that rising energy drink use among young people may lead to heart rate spikes and long-term issues due to high caffeine + sugar levels, and they advised checking labels and practicing moderation.
Marian defeated Indiana Tech in Sunday's Big Rivers Rugby Conference semifinal at Bishop Dwenger High School (Shields Field) and later won the tournament championship.
On Sunday, Apr. 12, the Tincaps clinched the series finale win at Parkview Field with two late runs against the Lansing Lugnuts.
Jack Costello and Alex McCoy homered to help secure the team's victory.
The Tincaps wrapped up their series against Lansing on Sunday afternoon with a strong finish at their local arena—demonstrating teamwork and clinching key plays just before the final buzzer.
The Fort Wayne Komets defeated the Toledo Walleye 5-4 on Apr.
12 to move into first place in the Central Division. The teams will meet again in Fort Wayne later this week.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Wisconsin Timber Rattlers at Fort Wayne Tincaps
1:05 – 2:05 p.m. — Parkview Field — Tickets required — Enjoy family-friendly baseball action with the Fort Wayne TinCaps at the award-winning Parkview Field.
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