Fort Wayne
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Tuesday, May 19th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Community Harvest Food Bank received a $5,000 grant from Duke Energy Foundation to fund Huntington County programs that support local kids and families - the grant was noted on Monday, May 18. 21Alive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Embassy Theatre staff are hosting a historical tour to celebrate the theatre’s 98th birthday, offering visitors a glimpse into its rich past. 21Alive
- ➤ The Fort Wayne Museum of Art added 14 paintings to its permanent collection on Monday, May 18 — the new works are now available for public viewing at the museum. 21Alive
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The USDA Crop Progress Report shows that 67% of corn and soybeans are planted in northern Indiana with 42% having emerged, as local farmers are set to inspect fields today. They plan to check plant stands and replant if needed + monitor weather effects. US 93.3
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ivy Tech will break ground on a new 50,000 sqft nursing and health sciences building (part of $70 million renovations) this week. The ceremony runs from 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday at the north campus (3701 Dean Drive) and features Ivy Tech President Marty Pollio and Chancellor Kim Barnett-Johnson. The Journal Gazette
- ➤ The Allen County Juvenile Center launched a Little Free Courthouse Library Monday at 2201 Sherman Blvd. for visitors to borrow or donate books, as officials say the initiative will promote literacy and create a welcoming experience for families. The Journal Gazette
- ➤ Grow Allen student career program has joined Greater Fort Wayne Inc. to offer local students career exploration and mentorship opportunities. The partnership will provide essential job skills training for youth in the community. 21Alive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ INDOT is holding its Spring Surplus Auction today at its US-27 South Maintenance Unit in Fort Wayne at 10 a.m. The auction offers dump trucks, excavators and other functioning equipment with sales supporting the department’s operating budget. WFFT-TV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A new study finds 39.3% of Fort Wayne’s homes on the market are over a century old, ranking the city ninth nationally for historic housing markets — Indianapolis only has 17.6% century-old listings. WOWO
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Fort Wayne TinCaps beat the Cedar Rapids Kernels 11-8 on Sunday, May 17, with Justin DeCriscio hitting his first high-A home run and Clay Edmondson earning his eighth save. The win improved the team’s record as they prepare for Tuesday’s matchup with Dayton at 6:35 p.m. Around Fort Wayne
- ➤ Minor League Baseball named TinCaps left-handed pitcher Kash Mayfield Midwest League Pitcher of the Week for May 12 to May 17 after he struck out nine and allowed one hit in five scoreless innings against the Cedar Rapids Kernels on May 15. The team returns home today for Hispanic Heritage Night and will host additional events on May 20 and May 21 as part of a six-game homestand. US 93.3
- ➤ TinCaps left-handed pitcher Kash Mayfield earned Midwest League Pitcher of the Week for May 12-17 after striking out nine batters on Friday, May 15, in five scoreless innings, and his team returns home today for Hispanic Heritage Night in a six-game homestand against the Dayton Dragons. Around Fort Wayne
- ➤ The TinCaps returned home at Parkview Field on May 18 after scoring 38 runs in their last four games + fueling hopes of continued success among fans + as the season unfolds. WFFT-TV
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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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2026 Tacos, Tequila & Margarita Fest
11 AM – 2 PM — Headwaters Park — $5 entry — Celebrate the 10th annual festival with tacos, tequila, and margaritas in Fort Wayne's scenic park.
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Kansas City Mavericks at Fort Wayne Komets
5:00 – 6:05 PM — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — Kids Seat Free Night and Family Ticket Deals — Experience Chuck-A-Puck and fun face painting for game-day excitement.
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Fort Wayne TinCaps vs Lake County Captains
7:05-8:05 p.m. — Parkview Field — Tickets required — Experience a fun-filled family night with exciting baseball action.
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Lake County Captains at Fort Wayne TinCaps
7:05-8:05 p.m. — Parkview Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an exciting minor league baseball matchup filled with family-friendly entertainment.
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