Sunday, June 15th, 2025

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Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On June 14 at 10:05 p.m., Fort Wayne Police said a person was fatally struck in a hit-and-run crash near the intersection of East Paulding Road and South Calhoun Street, and officers are investigating by reviewing witness reports and video evidence. Around Fort Wayne
- ➤ On May 18, a train incident near Hayes Avenue on the Sandusky River in Fremont, Ohio killed 4-year-old Intisar Mi and two Fort Wayne residents while leaving a 1-year-old in critical condition—investigators reported that blunt force head trauma caused her death and are still determining whether she was hit by the train or fell from a bridge. 21Alive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 41-year-old Fort Wayne man, Emmanual Collier, was accused of starting a fire at Markey Bonding on Thursday—police reported that he ignored commands, fled through a broken window, and was later found on the third floor amid heavy smoke. WOWO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Big Fish is a musical playing at Arena Dinner Theatre from June 14 until June 28 and tickets cost $50 — actor Caleb Curtis and actress Renee Gonzales shared details with WANE 15. WANE 15
- ➤ The Covington Art Fair returns for its 33rd year next weekend at Covington Plaza on Jefferson Boulevard with Saturday hours from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. + Sunday hours from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., where local, regional and national artists will display unique pieces. WANE 15
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Citilink invites the public to review its draft plan with updates for fair transit service—this plan adds new universal shelters at key stops and improved ADA-compliant signage with push-button audio coming in late summer. The agency will hold a public input session on June 17 from 6-7 p.m. at the Allen County Public Library’s Meeting Room C and will accept feedback by email. Greater Fort Wayne Business Weekly
- ➤ WBOI, 89.9-FM held its Vines & Voices: A Toast to WBOI fundraiser on June 12 at Ceruti's in Fort Wayne and raised $59,436 — well above its $50,000 goal — to help offset cuts from an executive order that may remove $200,000 in federal and state funding. KPC News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At Parkview Field on June 14, 2025, 7,499 fans saw the TinCaps lose both games in a doubleheader to the South Bend Cubs—losing 3-1 and 4-0. Pitcher Isaiah Lowe gave five innings in game one and Erian Rodriguez threw a seven-inning shutout in game two. Around Fort Wayne
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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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On-Site Tour of Senior Living Community
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Astral at Auburn — Free entry — Explore the top-rated senior living community known for exceptional care and engaging activities.
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Monday Blues Jam Sessions
7:00 p.m. — The Club Room at The Clyde — $16 for Jambalaya Plate — Enjoy live blues music with G-Money and special guests while savoring delicious jambalaya.
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Fort Wayne TinCaps Baseball Game
7:05-11:05 p.m. — Parkview Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a family-friendly baseball game featuring the Fort Wayne TinCaps against the Great Lakes Loons.
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Great Lakes Loons vs. Fort Wayne Tincaps
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Parkview Field — Enjoy a local baseball matchup featuring the Great Lakes Loons and Fort Wayne Tincaps.
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Indy Dance Explosion 2025
4:48 p.m. — Grand Wayne Convention Center — Pricing varies — Experience Indiana’s largest Country and West Coast Swing dance competition with workshops and late night dance parties.
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