Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of May.
Good morning, Fort Wayne.
Kate’s Kart’s 17th Annual Ice Cream Social Fundraiser will be held on Saturday, June 21 and Sunday, June 22—volunteers will be at local ice cream shops handing out goodie bags and books to children.
The event supports a nonprofit that has gifted nearly half a million books to hospitalized kids since 2008.
In Fort Wayne, the community hosted a part-baby shower and fundraiser on Saturday from 1 to 9 p.m. at Williams Park and Recovery Cafe to support 26-year-old Katy Hernandez, who was diagnosed with Stage 4 breast cancer and had just completed her last round of chemotherapy while five months pregnant & expecting her baby.
Fort Wayne parks will offer free summer programs for families beginning later this season to encourage outdoor recreation.
Local officials said the initiatives are designed to promote active living — more details will be shared with the community soon.
On Saturday at 10 a.m. at Fort Wayne International Airport, community members ran in the Race for the Warrior 5K to honor fallen Americans by carrying full-size flags that were later folded and given to families—some via the Postal Service.
The event also raised funds for the Northeast Indiana Base Community Council to support active-duty military.
A person was seriously injured Saturday near Southgate Plaza when a motorcycle crashed at the intersection of S Calhoun Street and Lenox Avenue in Fort Wayne at around 1:30 p.m.—the victim was taken to a hospital and details remain unknown.
Fort Wayne police arrested 32-year-old Bianca Hernandez on Friday after she barricaded herself in a home on the southeast side of town and began swinging a machete during an argument with her child's father–officers arrived at the 3500 block of Plaza Drive around 10:30 p.m., breached the door with tactical support, and took her into custody, and she now faces a preliminary charge of criminal recklessness, a Level 6 Felony.
Attorney General Todd Rokita warned Hoosiers to be on guard against scams that prey on storm victims after severe weather struck recently.
He urged residents to verify contractor credentials and report suspicious activity at indianaconsumer.com or by calling 1-800-382-5516 — measures intended to protect consumers.
The state government launched the redesigned IN.gov website featuring the new AI chatbot “Ask Indiana” that gives residents real-time answers about services—based on a user survey and a four-year contract with Tyler Technologies.
The updated site also offers improved accessibility settings for a more user-friendly experience.
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.
Rich Confer: Sweetwater Live Performance
12-1 p.m. — Crescendo Cafe — Free entry — Enjoy a live performance by Rich Confer during your lunch break at Sweetwater's Crescendo Stage.
TINA - The Tina Turner Musical
7:30-9 p.m. — Embassy Theatre — Cost info not listed — Experience the electrifying journey of the Queen of Rock n' Roll with a pulsating soundtrack of beloved hits.
Beth Stelling Concert in Fort Wayne
7-8:30 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Beth Stelling, known for her acclaimed Netflix special.
Vineyard Vibes: Gunslinger
6-9 p.m. — Country Heritage Winery — Enjoy a delightful evening of music, food, and award-winning wines in the summer concert series.
Arab Fest Fort Wayne
12 PM — Headwaters Park — Free admission — Celebrate Arab culture with food, music, dancing, and family-friendly activities.
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