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Thursday, May 28th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ ACPL and Blessings in a Backpack are partnering to offer free summer meal bags at the Main Library, Georgetown, Hessen Cassel, Little Turtle, Pontiac, Shawnee, Tecumseh, and Waynedale branches starting June 5, with lunches Monday-Friday and weekend bags each Friday through July 31. US 93.3
- ➤ On Friday, May 29, at 10:30 a.m., Zeigler Subaru on W Coliseum Boulevard will present Humane Fort Wayne with an $18,000 donation as part of the 2025 Share the Love Event. 21Alive
- ➤ Animal Day is happening this Saturday at Science Central, inviting community members to join an event celebrating animals. 21Alive
- ➤ Citilink announced improvements to its bus service that include a tap-to-pay system and fare capping so riders can pay with contactless cards or smartphones. An upgraded transit app with real-time tracking will be available starting Monday to make public transportation easier in Fort Wayne. The Journal Gazette
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Pizza Hut plans to revive its retro 90s design at two local restaurants, featuring red roofs, checkered tablecloths, and vinyl booths + arcade games to evoke classic family dining traditions. The update is part of a broader plan affecting 155 U.S. locations. 21Alive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Summer Nights at the Embassy returns for its 11th season with live music, cocktails, and local food vendors from July 8 through August at the local theatre, with Wednesday shows from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Admission is ($5). 21Alive
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Indiana winter wheat is 7 to 10 days ahead of schedule and rated 73% good, offering local farmers a chance to plant double crop soybeans if harvest stays on track+ Purdue Extension warns about head scab risks. US 93.3
- ➤ Indiana Michigan Power announced a 3.6+percent rate decrease that will save customers about $6 on a 1,000 kilowatt-hour bill when June bills are issued. The new rates aim to help Fort Wayne residents manage their monthly utility costs. US 93.3
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ North Side High School's band is seeking community support on its GoFundMe to reach a $25,000 goal for a new trailer in preparation for the school’s 100th anniversary this fall (additional funds will cover uniforms and celebration expenses). 21Alive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Spy Run have raised safety concerns after Lawton Skate Park was added to the city's expanded designated outdoor refreshment area. Local skateboarders say most visitors focus on skating, although some worry that mixing alcohol with the park could lead to dangerous incidents. WFFT-TV
- ➤ Twenty firefighters from Fort Wayne Fire Department, Allen County fire districts and Auburn Fire Department are taking part in an 80-hour hazardous materials training course hosted by FWFD. The two-week course covers classroom instruction, hands-on skill tests and final state certification testing — including decontamination procedures for hazardous incidents. KPC News
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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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GermanFest 2026
June 11-14 — Headwaters Park — Check back for updates — Celebrate German culture with food, drinks, and festivities.
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Collin Moulton Live Comedy Show
7-11 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the laughs from a renowned comedian with over 20 years of touring experience.
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