Fort Wayne
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Friday, May 29th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, Mayor Sharon Tucker and city officials held a ribbon cutting for the 4.5 mile Hanna Street Trail in Fort Wayne + the new trail links nearly 110 miles of paths and benefits residents, workers, schools, and parks nearby. 21Alive
- ➤ Fort Wayne City Pools will open Saturday to kick off summer, offering public access at several locations (citywide) for residents to enjoy. 21Alive
- ➤ Indiana Michigan Power warns local customers about phone & in-person utility scams after receiving 75 reports over the past month; the utility advises checking employee credentials and never making immediate payments through prepaid cards or mobile apps. 21Alive
- ➤ Fort Wayne’s new Hanna Street Trail is now open for walking, biking and community events. The 4-mile path runs from the Maumee River to Tillman Park in the south — linking eight neighborhoods and serving 23,000 residents while East Central plans a neighborhood biking event. WFFT-TV
- ➤ After weeks of heavy rains delayed planting in northeastern Indiana, farmers near Fort Wayne are catching up with tractors working from dawn until late and early hay cutting underway—Tom Griffiths reported that nearly half of some fields still await work. US 93.3
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ CME Construction plans a new Sonic Drive-In at 4615 Bass Road near the Fort Wayne Soccer Stadium for fall 2026. A groundbreaking ceremony takes place Tuesday, Jun. 16, at 10 a.m.—bringing a fresh dining option to the growing southwest community. WOWO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The world’s largest operating steam locomotive, Big Boy, will stop overnight in Fort Wayne between July 15 and 16 as it travels coast-to-coast from Cheyenne to Philadelphia. It will resume its journey toward Ohio the following day. 21Alive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Carroll High School's planetarium will receive a nearly $235,000 upgrade to refresh outdated seats, curtains, and projectors and support future class projects with improved technology. Officials approved the plans on May 18 — ensuring new generations can enjoy a modern, versatile space. The Journal Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Indiana pump prices remain the lowest at $3.90 per gallon after Governor Mike Braun suspended two major gas taxes (the national average is $4.45 and up $1.32 from last year). He will review extending the suspension in early June. WFFT-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Fort Wayne family is hosting a wellness fundraiser to benefit Riley Hospital for Children after their 4-year-old boy Harvey Jump saw his brain tumor shrink by more than 50 percent following surgeries and chemotherapy. The event is June 14 at Buckner Park. 21Alive
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Crews are stabilizing the former Perfection Bakery building as construction begins for a new grocery store in downtown Fort Wayne; Mayor Tucker said the store driven by Surack Enterprises will open in the first quarter (pending approvals) to serve local residents. 21Alive
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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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