Fort Wayne
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Thursday, May 14th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local groups are teaming up to reduce youth violence by offering mentorship programs, conflict resolution training in schools, and summer activities at community centers + initiatives like Midnight Basketball and fishing clubs to keep teens engaged. These programs aim to build a culture of peace as summer approaches. WFFT-TV
- ➤ The application to volunteer for or join Fort Wayne’s 4th of July Parade is now open. The parade, themed "Celebrate America, 250 Years United", will start at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 4 (between Creighton Avenue and Main Street). 21Alive
- ➤ Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Indiana launched its 2026 recruitment campaign to connect local youth with mentors. The nonprofit will host volunteer events at community centers this week to register new volunteers. 21Alive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Internationally recognized Studio Giftig will paint a large mural on the north facade of The Landing at 206 Pearl Street starting mid-May in downtown Fort Wayne — a press conference and dedication event is set for Friday, May 22 at 4 p.m. US 93.3
- ➤ Sweetwater and Airstream unveiled a mobile recording studio built inside an Airstream trailer that will tour the country this summer. The state-of-the-art studio—designed with Russ Berger Design Group to promote music creation—will visit music festivals, schools and trade shows. US 93.3
- ➤ Indy 500 princess Hannah Dietel visited the Woodburn branch of the Allen County Public Library to read to children, sharing stories of growing up locally and urging residents to watch the Indy 500 on May 24 at 10 a.m. on Fox 55. WFFT-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fort Wayne Traffic Operations will start its annual street line painting program on May 18 to boost roadway safety by clearly marking lanes for drivers. Motorists must slow down, avoid wet lines + follow all posted directions near painting crews. US 93.3
- ➤ State lawmakers traveled to the White House on May 12 to celebrate Indiana University football’s national championship, meeting with federal officials during the event. The gathering highlighted Hoosier pride as local representatives honored the team’s success. KPC News
- ➤ New census data shows Fort Wayne is the fastest-growing large city in the Midwest from 2020-2025, ranking 26th nationwide while nearby towns experience mixed growth trends. 21Alive
- ➤ Mayor Sharon Tucker and Fire Chief Eric Lahey honored 12 Fort Wayne Fire Department firefighters on Wednesday for their rescue of a young adult and his pet during a February structure fire. The Unit Commendation Recognition Award marks the team’s training and quick action in saving lives. 21Alive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ YWCA Northeast Indiana will host the next Coffee & Conversations series on Friday, June 12 from 8-9:30 a.m. at the Hefner Center (1313 W. Washington Center Road) to focus on pre- and postnatal wellness. KPC News
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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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Comedy Night with Adam Gilbert
6-9 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughs with Adam Gilbert, a regular at the Comedy Cellar in New York.
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2026 Family History Conference
May 27-30 — Grand Wayne Convention Center — Registration required — Explore America’s genealogical history and preserve family legacies at this key annual conference.
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Sasha Rosser Comedy Show
7-10 PM — Summit City Comedy Club — Tickets available — Enjoy the witty stand-up of Sasha Rosser as she shares her unique perspectives from science to motherhood.
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