Fort Wayne
Today
Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Sharon Tucker announced $2.26M in pledges for a new nonprofit center at 333 E. Washington Blvd to offer 24/7 services such as housing, job training and healthcare for those experiencing homelessness. City Council will review funding proposals on Tuesday, May 26. US 93.3
- ➤ The McKinney Family Foundation announced the Robert H. McKinney Legacy Prize, offering $250,000 to support rural partnerships addressing sustainability challenges. Applications that show collaboration among nonprofits, farmers, businesses, and educators are accepted online until July 31. The Journal Gazette
- ➤ YMCA Camp Potawotami held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday to honor the newly renovated Heller Hilltop Lodge, now the camp's teen leadership cabin named in honor of Marsha Heller after her children supported key updates, with community members enjoying public tours of the facility. 21Alive
- ➤ The Fort Wayne Zoo has a month-long price freeze promotion from May 19 to June 19 with general admission at $19, child admission at $17, and free entry for babies, aiming to welcome summer visitors and thank the local community. US 93.3
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Fort Wayne International Airport expects high traffic this Memorial Day weekend as AAA projects 45 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles from home. Airlines have resumed nonstop service to Las Vegas and Myrtle Beach while the airport improves its facilities (including a new exit lane and retail space). The Journal Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Homestead's associate band director, Jason Witzigreuter, was named Teacher of the Year by Southwest Allen County Schools today, celebrating nearly three decades of music leadership + excellence in a heartfelt ceremony held at the school auditorium. The Journal Gazette
- ➤ A new survey finds nearly 250,000 Indiana children are missing summer programs because cost and transport issues block access, and advocates + legislators say that increased state funding and upcoming committee meetings will help working families soon. WFFT-TV
- ➤ Carroll High seniors completed Senior Walks on Wednesday and Thursday as they visited former elementary schools before their graduation. Their ceremony will be held at 3 p.m. on June 7 at Carroll High. 21Alive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Businesses and individuals can check if they qualify for Tax Amnesty 2026 using an online tool available on taxamnesty.in.gov through Indiana’s Department of Revenue. The eight-week program runs from July 15 to Sept. 9 and waives penalties for eligible tax liabilities ($100 for individuals and $500 for businesses). WFFT-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, the Parkview Health Foundation donated $40,000 to Ronald McDonald House to cover hotel stays for families waiting for guestrooms at Parkview Regional Medical Center. The donation has already paid for over 150 nights to support parents with sick kids. The Journal Gazette
- ➤ Indiana Conservation Officers remind residents to practice water safety ahead of Memorial Day weekend by recommending Coast Guard-approved life jackets, careful water condition checks, and close supervision of children. Families and boaters are urged to avoid operating while intoxicated. WOWO
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The city celebrated the groundbreaking of a new three-bedroom home at 3509 Rodgers Avenue on Wednesday, with Mayor Tucker, community leaders + developer David De Leon supporting local revitalization and affordable housing initiatives; a training program for small-scale developers will begin Tuesday, Aug. 4 with a $260,000 Don Wood grant. US 93.3
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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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Matt McCusker Live
7:00 & 9:45 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter with comedian and podcaster Matt McCusker.
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Matt McCusker Live
6-7 p.m. & 9-10 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of comedy from rising star Matt McCusker, fresh off his Netflix special.
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