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Saturday, June 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fatal rollover crash occurred in southeast Allen County on Thursday afternoon when a pickup truck left Hoagland Road near Grotrian Road—officers arrived around 4:15 p.m. and found the male driver had been ejected and was pronounced dead en route to the hospital. US 93.3
- ➤ The Allen County Sheriff’s Department reported that a pickup truck driver died after losing control and rolling over on Hoagland Road in southeastern Allen County on Thursday afternoon—he died on his way to the hospital. WOWO
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 17 year old juvenile was charged with murder after a fatal shooting in a West Rudisill Boulevard parking lot and was taken into custody on Bluffton Road at 11:40 p.m.—police continue to investigate the case. The Journal Gazette
- ➤ Police served a search warrant yesterday at a home on Lafever Street in Ossian after a fatal shooting on West Rudisill Boulevard, and loudspeakers were used to clear the house—no arrests have been made so far. Around Fort Wayne
- ➤ Fort Wayne's 43-year-old Marchello Lamar Middleton was sentenced to roughly 42 years in prison Friday for using his vehicle to pin a man against a Popeyes building—he faced charges including attempted murder and battery—after being arrested in late 2023. WANE 15
- ➤ On June 19, FWPD arrested a 17yo male juvenile at the 5800 block of Bluffton Rd in connection with a homicide on West Rudisill Blvd+ he is charged with Murder and is held at the Allen County Juvenile Center as the investigation continues. Around Fort Wayne
- ➤ A 17-year-old suspect faces a preliminary murder charge after a fatal shooting occurred about 2:30 p.m. on West Rudisill Boulevard and he was arrested around 11:40 p.m. on Bluffton Road—police said. The Journal Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, Catholic Charities + its partner organizations hosted a World Refugee Day event in downtown Fort Wayne that featured kite flying, face painting and multicultural performances celebrating the courage of refugees and immigrants. The event, held under a white tent near the Allen County Public Library, highlighted traditional cultural practices and promoted unity in the community. The Journal Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, GFL Environmental begins garbage and recycling pickup at 5 a.m. when temperatures in the 90s are predicted — residents were advised to set out their bins the night before collection amid an extreme heat advisory. The Journal Gazette
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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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The 1985 Live Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Clyde Theatre — Starting at $12.50 — Relive the magic of the 80's with a dynamic tribute band that captivates audiences of all ages.
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Fort Wayne TinCaps vs. Great Lakes Loons
1:05 – 2:35 PM — Parkview Field — Enjoy thrilling minor league baseball action for the whole family.
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Fort Wayne TinCaps Baseball Game
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Parkview Field — Fun family-friendly entertainment — Enjoy an evening of minor league baseball with the Fort Wayne TinCaps as they face off against the Lansing Lugnuts.
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StraitJack at Union 12
6:00–9:00 p.m. — Union 12 — Family-friendly fun — Enjoy pony rides, a petting zoo, live music, and local food vendors.
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