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Tuesday, June 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On June 12, the Foellinger Foundation awarded nonprofits in Allen County $1,381,800 in grants to support community interests and capacity building. Thirty-eight organizations received community interest grants worth $1,303,500 and seven groups received capacity building funds of $78,300—helping local nonprofits serve children and families—as the foundation strengthens its community support. Around Fort Wayne
- ➤ The Allen County Fair kicks off today at 9:00 a.m. at the fairgrounds off Carroll Road and will run through Sunday, June 22, ending at 5:00 p.m.—It will feature 4-H projects, livestock shows, carnival rides and special events like the rodeo, kids’ day and a concert with free or discounted admission on select days. Around Fort Wayne
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ At Home, a popular home goods retailer that opened its first Summit City store two years ago in Fort Wayne, filed for bankruptcy after its CEO blamed tariff increases and low consumer spending. The bankruptcy deal with its lenders will remove nearly all of its $2 billion in debt + provide $200 million to help keep the company operating, though some locations may close. 21Alive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A fatal hit-and-run occurred at Paulding Rd and Calhoun St in Fort Wayne on Friday at 10 p.m., leaving a person deceased while the Fort Wayne Police Department investigates and seeks information from potential witnesses. WFFT-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita and 55 other AGs secured a $7.4B settlement with the Sackler family — Purdue Pharma to hold them accountable for the opioid crisis. Indiana will receive up to $100M over 15 years, with most funds coming in the first three years to support addiction treatment, prevention, and recovery programs. Around Fort Wayne
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Fort Wayne Tincaps vs. Great Lakes Loons
7:05-11:05 p.m. — Parkview Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of family-friendly baseball action in a celebrated stadium.
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