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Tuesday, June 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 10th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jersey Mike’s raised $23,086 for Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend through its Month of Giving—its program has donated over $113 million to local charities since 2011. WFFT-TV
- ➤ Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker and officials from the U.S. Conference of Mayors & American Beverage Foundation for a Healthy America joined area youth at Johnnie Mae Farm on Friday to launch the Plant, Pick & Plate program that teaches healthy gardening and cooking to students in grades five to nine. The program, which earned a 2025 award for childhood obesity prevention, also offers 4H enrollment, cooking kits & recipe booklets along with gift cards for purchases at Pontiac Street Market. US 93.3
- ➤ Kate’s Kart is marking its 17th year by providing free books to children in hospitals and has grown to 45 karts in 25 hospitals across northeast Indiana while nearing the giveaway of its 500,000th book this summer. The charity will host its Ice Cream Social Fundraiser on June 21 and June 22—over 30 locations will offer deals where every $6.25 spent funds a new book for a child. WANE 15
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire broke out Sunday evening on Franklin Avenue, causing heavy damage to a home and detached garage as firefighters rescued two cats with no injuries reported—investigators are still looking into the cause. WFFT-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 38-year-old Fort Wayne man who pleaded guilty but mentally ill to attempted murder for stabbing his pregnant girlfriend in 2023 was sentenced Monday to 40 years in prison—Judge David Zent also recommended mental health treatment while he is incarcerated. 21Alive
- ➤ Fort Wayne police arrested William Britt after he admitted to driving the alleged shooter, Devon Stewart, to the home of 86-year-old Alice Hall where she was shot through an exterior door around 1:50 a.m. on June 1 — surveillance footage and witness accounts support the arrest. WFFT-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Healthier Moms and Babies is halfway through its third annual diaper drive, and 90 local organizations are hosting drop sites during business hours until June 16th — donors can drop off unopened diapers and wipes to help local families in need. US 93.3
SPORTS NEWS
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Hot Rod Power Tour 2025
11 a.m. — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — Free entry — Experience America's largest traveling car show with over 6,000 cars and exciting automotive events.
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Zoofari 2025
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Fort Wayne Zoo — $100+ — Sample food, beer, and wine while enjoying live music and supporting animal care.
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That Arena Rock Show
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Sweetwater — Cost info not provided — Experience high-energy theatrical tribute to classic rock anthems from the 70s and 80s.
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2025 Father's Day 5K Event
8:30-11 a.m. — Associated Churches — Family-friendly fun — Celebrate Father's Day weekend with a 5K run and a kids' fun run in honor of father figures.
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Michael Blackson Live Comedy Show
8:45-10:00 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket information not provided — Experience the laughter and unique style of ‘The African King of Comedy’.
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Couture on Tour: An Emily in Paris Experience
7:30-9 p.m. — Embassy Theatre — Check website for ticket info — Immerse yourself in the world of fashion and elegance with a stage show inspired by 'Emily in Paris'.
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Outhouse Races: The Race of Thrones
7:30-8:30 p.m. — Allen County Fairgrounds — $10 per person after 2 p.m. — Experience the hilarity of competitive outhouse racing at this unique local event.
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Free Ice Cream Social at Allen County Fairgrounds
7-8 p.m. — Allen County Fairgrounds — Free entry — Enjoy free Blue Bell ice cream at the largest ice cream social in Allen County.
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BIG PO featuring TMBRWOLF Tone
7 p.m. — Piere's Entertainment Center — $15 Adv, $20 At Door, $100 VIP — Experience live music with a special meet & greet.
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Covington Art Fair
10 AM – 5 PM — Covington Plaza — Free entry — Explore a vibrant showcase of fine art from local and regional artists at this beloved annual event.
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