Fort Wayne
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Friday, May 8th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Fort Wayne police say vandals damaged a thrift store and other local businesses on Calhoun Street on Thursday, May 7 — investigators are working to identify the culprits. 21Alive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum in North Judson begins its 2026 train excursion season this Saturday as part of National Train Day, with diesel and steam trains departing every Saturday until the end of September, offering rides in vintage cars + open-air sightseeing cars. KPC News
- ➤ The Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory hosts the Color In Motion: Butterfly Exhibit through June 21. Tickets cost $7 for adults and $5 for children, with kids two and under free as the conservatory enters its busy season. WFFT-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ This morning Fort Wayne Community Schools announced its annual teaching awards by naming Regan Jones from Bloomingdale Elementary as Elementary Teacher of the Year and Lashawnda Martin from South Side High as Secondary Teacher of the Year. The Journal Gazette
- ➤ PFW’s College of Visual and Performing Arts broke ground on the Dorothy and Paul Shaffer Fine Arts Gallery on Thursday at 10 a.m. at its Visual and Performing Arts Building — the $1.3 million project will show student, faculty, and alumni art and will open in Nov. 2027. 21Alive
- ➤ Homestead High School students met with TinCaps players Thursday afternoon to practice Spanish and build cultural bridges in a hands-on session funded by the SACS Education Foundation Impact Grant + teacher Joanne Perez said the event may continue annually. 21Alive
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Peregrine falcon Moxie laid her second egg for the 2026 season at the I&M building downtown early Thursday, as experts at the Soarin’ Hawk Raptor Rehabilitation Center said a rival falcon may be distracting her. 21Alive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Daniel's Place has broken ground in North Manchester for a new 24/7 disability care facility that will serve Wabash County. Founder Cheryl Working said the center will help caregivers get a needed break + is one of few such facilities in Northeast Indiana. WFFT-TV
- ➤ Gov. Mike Braun announced on Wednesday that Indiana expanded its healthcare pricing system to form Indiana Health Prices (integrating hospital cash prices, prescription tools and provider data) that offers residents clear cost comparisons and a chatbot to guide pricing questions. WOWO
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Cookin’ Fort Wayne will return later this month. Organizers say details on the schedule, menu, and special guest appearances will be announced soon, inviting locals to enjoy fresh flavors & community gatherings. 21Alive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Visit Fort Wayne announced the new Allen County Sports Commission on Thursday to unite sports venues, rights holders & event organizers in boosting the area’s sports tourism. The group, led by Jazmin Zavala, will meet quarterly and advise on growing sports events and local investment. The Journal Gazette
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Northeast Indiana Disabilities Expo
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — Free admission — Explore over 120 exhibitors and engage with essential resources for individuals with disabilities.
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Beloit Sky Carp vs. Fort Wayne TinCaps
1:05-2:05 p.m. — Parkview Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy family-friendly baseball action at the award-winning Parkview Field.
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Musical Mornings – Violin Duo Performance
10 AM — Crescendo Coffee & More — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful morning with live violin music by the Fort Wayne Philharmonic.
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Kevin Smith Live Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughs with the iconic writer and comedian Kevin Smith.
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Fort Wayne Philharmonic: Big Beethoven Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — PFW Music Center — Tickets required — Experience Beethoven's masterpieces including the Emperor Concerto and Symphony No. 9 in a grand finale performance.
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Eco Fest
12-5 p.m. — Headwaters Park — Free entry — Celebrate community sustainability with eco-friendly fun at a family-friendly festival.
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Spring Bonsai Show
Embrace harmony — 10 a.m.-4 p.m. — Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory — Free entry — Explore intricate bonsai displays and engage with the artists behind the craft.
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Almost Feature Comedy Night
7-10 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Entry fee varies — Enjoy an evening of laughs with live performances at Fort Wayne's comedy hotspot.
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AJ Wilkerson Stand-Up Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughs with the charming and relatable AJ Wilkerson.
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WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — $8+ — Experience thrilling wrestling action with top WWE superstars under one roof.
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