Fort Wayne
Today
Tuesday, May 13th, 2025
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Fort Wayne Today.
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The American Red Cross is asking volunteers to help install free smoke alarms at the Sound the Alarm event scheduled for Saturday, May 17 from 10 to 2 p.m. Training will be provided before teams visit homes to share fire safety tips, and no prior experience is needed. WOWO
- ➤ Allen County Public Library and Blessings in a Backpack will distribute about 10,800 bags of food for children ages 18 and younger from May 30 to July 25 on Fridays at the Main Library and seven branch locations—doubling last year's program to help fight local food insecurity. The Journal Gazette
- ➤ This weekend the Red Cross will install free smoke detectors in local homes on Saturday, May 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and they are asking Fort Wayne volunteers to join a training session at Bridge of Grace Ministries on Gaywood Drive+ before heading out to installations. 21Alive
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Late Saturday night, a motorcyclist died after a collision between a motorcycle and a car on U.S. 30 and Kromer Road in Fort Wayne — police say speed and alcohol do not appear to be factors and the incident remains under investigation. WFFT-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Fort Wayne police arrested Andre Lee (age 44) today in the 3300 block of West Coliseum Boulevard after charging him with attempted murder and aggravated battery for a shooting last week in which a man was shot at about 7:30 p.m. in the 4300 block of East State Boulevard and taken to a local trauma hospital in a life threatening condition. The Journal Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Due to INDOT drainage repairs at the intersection of Lima Road and Progress Drive, the southbound right turn lane and right lane are intermittently closed from May 12 to May 16 — drivers are asked to detour via Coliseum Boulevard to Executive Boulevard — to reach Progress Drive. US 93.3
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Mother's Day, Fort Wayne beat the South Bend Cubs 10—3 at Four Winds Field as Braedon Karpathios and Nerwilian Cedeño drove in key runs. The team will start RHP Ian Koenig today at 6:35 p.m. against West Michigan as they work to improve their division standing. Around Fort Wayne
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR This compact, easy-to-use rangefinder is packed with features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a USB-C rechargeable battery. Lightweight and accurate, it’s a great choice for casual or beginner golfers looking for reliable performance. The Buy
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Fort Wayne Today.
-
Fort Wayne Tincaps vs. West Michigan Whitecaps
6:35-10:35 p.m. — Parkview Field — Ticket prices vary — Experience exciting baseball action and family-friendly entertainment at one of the top ballparks in the region.
-
42nd Street Performance
7:30 p.m. — Parkview Physicians Group ArtsLab — Ticket prices vary — Fire & Light Productions brings the iconic musical 42nd Street to life at the height of the Great Depression.
-
Preacher Lawson Stand-Up Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Tickets available — Experience the humor of Preacher Lawson as he brings laughter to Fort Wayne.
-
Race for the Warrior
10 a.m. — Fort Wayne International Airport — Registration fee applies — Participate in a spirited race supporting the military community in Northeast Indiana.
-
EcoFest
12-5 PM — Headwaters Park — Free entry — Celebrate sustainability with local vendors, workshops, and activities for all ages.
-
Cookin' Fort Wayne
5:30-9 p.m. — Electric Works — Support local cause — Relish Fort Wayne's favorite flavors at this beloved food and fundraising event.
-
Cedar Rapids Kernels at Fort Wayne Tincaps
7:05-10:00 p.m. — Parkview Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of family fun with exciting baseball action.
-
Bingo Loco Concert
7:00 PM — Piere's Entertainment Center — Check event page for ticket pricing — Enjoy a night of fun with Bingo Loco and support your favorite cause.
-
Photography Workshop with Wandering James
9:00-10:30 a.m. — Eagle Marsh Nature Preserve — $20/person — Discover the secrets of your camera with expert guidance in a supportive outdoor setting.
-
Michael Palascak Stand-Up Comedy
7-8:30 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughs with the 2018 Stand-up of the Year from The Late Late Show with James Corden.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
A Budget-Friendly Golf Rangefinder with Premium Features
The REVASRI NK‑1000 rangefinder is a surprisingly capable option for golfers who want accuracy without spending a fortune.
Priced under $50, it includes features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a rechargeable USB-C battery. Plus, it’s compact and lightweight, easily locks onto targets, and seamlessly switches between yards and meters. It’s a great pick for casual or new golfers looking for reliable performance at a wallet-friendly price point.
Bonus: Shop more top-rated and best-selling golf products.
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Fort Wayne Today.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Art is the lie that enables us to realize the truth.
~ Pablo Picasso
About Fort Wayne Today
Welcome to the Fort Wayne Today, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Fort Wayne, Indiana community. If you like the Fort Wayne Today, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Fort Wayne.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Fort Wayne and across Indiana. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Fort Wayne Today
A free Fort Wayne community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://fortwaynetoday.com/sitemap