Fort Wayne
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Tuesday, April 14th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Animal advocacy groups will host a pet microchip event on May 23 from noon to 3 p.m. at five Fort Wayne locations to chip more than 500 cats and dogs for $5 each. 21Alive
- ➤ The Movers For Moms campaign began yesterday to help local moms with moving assistance. Community organizers plan to ramp up volunteer support as the initiative moves forward. 21Alive
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Indiana Governor Mike Braun announced yesterday the launch of Iron Nation–Indiana, a $60+ million initiative linking local businesses, hospitals and universities with Israeli tech firms to drive innovation and investment, fueled by $15 million from the state and over $30 million from partners; more details will follow. Around Fort Wayne
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fort Wayne is awarding over $119K in grants to 28 neighborhoods to improve public spaces, transit, landscaping, and art installations today. Funds will help build a Rivergreenway connection in Woodhurst and support projects like painted crosswalks in North Highlands. WFFT-TV
- ➤ City Utilities began replacing a water main over 100 years old along South Anthony on Monday, April 13, and parking is banned between East Pontiac and Oxford Streets for three months; crews will also upgrade lead service lines for homes built before 1937. WFFT-TV
- ➤ IDEM approved Google's request to add 140 emergency diesel generators to its Fort Wayne data center on April 10 after community pushback at a November public hearing. The move supports a third-phase plan that will add three new campus buildings which may affect local waterways. 21Alive
- ➤ Fort Wayne Community Development awarded more than $119,000 in grants to 28 neighborhoods today for improvements in placemaking, transit, landscaping, and signage. Some projects will get up to $10,000 for artist-painted crosswalks and murals — part of the program's ninth year with Arts United as a partner. The Journal Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Indiana health officials advise Hoosiers working or playing outdoors to use EPA-registered insect repellents and treat clothing with permethrin as tick activity increases this warm season through late fall. They caution that ticks found statewide can transmit diseases such as Heartland virus and Lyme disease. Around Fort Wayne
- ➤ The Fort Wayne Urban League broke ground yesterday on a renovation project to build a new developmental health clinic for kids and families + the project will expand access to vital healthcare services in the community. WFFT-TV
- ➤ A nationwide recall was announced for Bissell steam cleaners after 150 burn injuries were reported when a detachable attachment released hot steam. Fort Wayne residents with the Steam Shot OmniReach — Omni models sold from late 2024 to early 2026 should stop use and contact the company for a replacement. WOWO
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission approved moving a historic depot and its club car to create room for riverfront development. The club car will move to the Pleasant Lake depot in May or June while the depot relocates to a new parking lot near the riverfront — boosting future traffic. The Journal Gazette
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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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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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