Fort Wayne
Today
Monday, May 25th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 25th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Community Harvest Food Bank hosted Canstruction 2026 at Glenbrook Square Mall, where seven schools—including first-time participants and Central Noble marking its 25th year—raised 22,224 cans weighing 23,211 pounds with the help of over 100 students, staff, and parents. The Waynedale News
- ➤ Turnstone’s 7th annual Push, Paddle, Pedal challenge invites Fort Wayne residents of all abilities to complete 1,000 active minutes from June 1 to July 31 to support disability programs. Participants can register free or pay $25 for a commemorative t-shirt and pin — join a local movement aimed at inclusion. The Waynedale News
- ➤ On Tuesday, May 19, Waynedale UMC partnered with Humane Fort Wayne to hold a Pet Blessing at one of five rotating pet food pantry sites (one of five sites), offering blessings for pets and owners. The church featured a Memorial Day tribute on its front lawn with wooden crosses and flags honoring military service. The Waynedale News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At the Veterans National Memorial Shrine and Museum, visitors honor military heroes this Memorial Day weekend with exhibits, volunteer outreach, and a Sunday worship service at Sterling Chapel. The 40-acre campus on O’Day Road will soon add new memorials (including a Peace Pole and Women Veterans Memorial) to further highlight its tribute to service. The Waynedale News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fort Wayne Community Schools has named its 2026 Teachers and Employee of the Year honorees — Regan Jones, LaShawnda Martin and Paula Booth were recognized for their dedication to students and families. The Waynedale News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Stillwater Hospice in Fort Wayne earned Certified Wildlife Habitat status from NWF and the Indiana Wildlife Federation for its prairie garden that supports birds, butterflies and bees. The campus has 70 native plant species and is open to the public via the trail system. The Waynedale News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fort Wayne’s Parks & Recreation Department, with MSKTD & Associates, was honored on April 30 at a local awards banquet for its $1.9 million Packard Park redesign that added two playgrounds, an event lawn, and improved pedestrian access. The Waynedale News
- ➤ Fort Wayne City Council will soon adopt the Waynedale 2040 Neighborhood Plan that sets guidelines for infrastructure improvements, safety enhancements, and local development in Waynedale. Following adoption, staff and residents will implement upgrades on sites including Avalon Place and Old Trail Road (these efforts address ongoing community concerns). The Waynedale News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Humane Fort Wayne is now offering free Community Cat Surgery Packages for unowned cats county-wide thanks to generous donor support. Residents can bring cats to 1333 Maycrest Drive Monday through Thursday starting at 7:30 a.m. (limit two per household with 15 surgeries per day). The Waynedale News
- ➤ YWCA Northeast Indiana is hosting the next installment of its Coffee and Conversations series on Friday, June 12 at the Hefner Center (8:00–9:30 a.m.) where women will learn about pre- and postnatal wellness with guest speaker Lara Lahr. The Waynedale News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Farmers and landowners in Indiana risk disputes over cash rent deals amid market shifts and varying soil quality, so Purdue Extension experts urge written leases (covering yield, drainage, and payment terms) to safeguard both parties. US 93.3
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Dayton Dragons beat the Fort Wayne TinCaps 5-0 on Saturday (May 23) as left-handed pitcher Kyle McCoy threw five scoreless innings in his professional debut. Around Fort Wayne
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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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Sheryl Underwood Live
6-10 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Check website for tickets — Experience an evening with Sheryl Underwood, a multi-talented entrepreneur and media personality.
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Music on the Plaza: Los Electro
Time TBD — Allen County Public Library - Main — Free entry — Enjoy a lively concert on the Library Plaza with food trucks and shaded seating.
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