Fort Wayne
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Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Healthier Moms & Babies kicked off its annual diaper drive yesterday to collect free diapers for local families (donations are accepted at several drop-off points across the city). 21Alive
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Displaced vendors have opened a new marketplace for small businesses in Fort Wayne. The space will support local sellers & offer a hub for community commerce. 21Alive
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Indiana farmers are nearing the finish line planting corn (87% complete) and soybeans (81% complete) today as USDA data show steady progress despite dry conditions in some regions. Growers now shift focus from planting to crop emergence amid scattered rains. US 93.3
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Allen County Public Library started the summer program Unearth A Story — a dinosaur and archaeology-themed series that runs until July 31, with free lunches and snacks offered Monday through Friday at eight branches. WFFT-TV
- ➤ The Allen County Public Library Audio Reading Service launched a redesigned broadcast schedule and updated programming on Monday, June 1 — changes based on listener feedback and supported by new informational materials sent to branches and registered listeners. Around Fort Wayne
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A section of South Anthony Boulevard will close Monday, June 8 for utility work, so drivers should plan alternate routes. The project is expected to improve local infrastructure. 21Alive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On June 1, the St. Joseph Community Health Foundation awarded $673,570 to local groups in Fort Wayne to support prenatal care and aid refugees — the grants also address nutrition and affordable healthcare and build on over $30.6 million given since 1998. Around Fort Wayne
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A local chef says that farmers markets in Fort Wayne offer produce at its peak and advises shoppers to stick to a specific list to avoid underwhelming ingredients. Markets fill up in June and the best seasonal products will be gone in two weeks. KPC News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, IHSAA crowned seven Northeast Indiana baseball teams as Sectional Champs at a local tournament. Regional matchups will be held Saturday, June 6 — setting the stage for further competition. WFFT-TV
- ➤ On Monday, Jun. 1, Mike Maahs and Drew Frey discussed the TinCaps' upcoming homestand at the Treetops at Parkview Field, and they noted the team hopes to gain momentum after a rough series in South Bend. WFFT-TV
- ➤ The Fort Wayne TinCaps will face the Lake County Captains at Parkview Field downtown from Tuesday, June 2 to Sunday, June 7, 2026. The games include events for families and a Bluey greeting on Tuesday, a train ride on Wednesday along with live music and postgame fireworks. Around Fort Wayne
- ➤ After trailing their series 3-1, the Komets defeated Kansas City 4-1 Sunday at Allen County War Memorial Coliseum to extend their playoff hopes. The team will travel to Missouri for Game 6 later today at Cable Dahmer Arena — puck drop is 8:05 p.m. WOWO
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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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Collin Moulton Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughter with Collin Moulton, a comedy favorite known for his engaging storytelling and clean humor.
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South Bend Cubs vs. Fort Wayne Tincaps
7:00 – 8:05 PM — Parkview Field — Enjoy family-friendly baseball action between the Tincaps and Cubs.
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Craig Robinson Live Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Check venue for ticket prices — Experience the comedic talents of Craig Robinson, known for his roles in The Office and Killing It.
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