Sunday, June 22nd, 2025

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Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Fort Wayne TinCaps are partnering with the Salvation Army of Allen County to collect school supply donations for nearly 1,000 local students before fall; the drive kicks off with a Tuesday, June 24 game at Parkview Field where fans who bring supplies get a free reserved seat ticket + donation bins will be available at local spots until July 22. 21Alive
- ➤ Metea County Park is hosting SolFest 2025 today from 12 to 10:30 p.m. where community members can enjoy food, beverages, local music, vendors, outdoor activities, and prize opportunities—admission costs $20 cash, children under 12 enter free, and proceeds support projects at Metea and Fox Island County Parks. 21Alive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Silver Alert was issued Saturday evening for 83-year-old Ronnie Sullivan missing from Fort Wayne—he was last seen wearing a purple shirt, khaki shorts and driving a white 2022 Kia Niro and is believed to be in extreme danger and may need medical help. 21Alive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, the 33rd annual Covington Art Fair featured nearly 100 booths displaying art by local, regional, and national artists near West Jefferson Boulevard with live music, food trucks + vendors. The free event continues today until 4 p.m. at Convington Plaza for Fort Wayne residents to enjoy creative displays and entertainment. 21Alive
- ➤ Middle Waves Music Festival returns to Headwaters Park next Saturday, June 28 with five bands performing—gates open at 3 p.m. and the first band starts at 4 p.m., while general admission costs $45, kids 12 and under are $10 and VIP passes are $100. WANE 15
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A SmartAsset study ranked 100 large U.S. cities by changes in average rent between February 2024 and February 2025—Fort Wayne saw its rent rise 6.23% from $1,144 to $1,215 with a five-year increase of 47.86%. Cities such as Newark reported even steeper climbs, with an 8.11% jump over the same period. WANE 15
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, the Fort Wayne TinCaps clinched the series over the Dayton Dragons with a 10-0 win that featured a season-high 17 hits and strong pitching from Eric Yost—today they will face Dayton at 1:05 p.m. Around Fort Wayne
- ➤ The Fort Wayne Golf Association Am Open will be held at Brookwood Golf Club on Sunday with pairings beginning at 9:30 a.m. (the final pairing is set for 12:57 p.m.) and include matchups like Todd Stillwell with Dan Wright and Lee Bowman with Randy Hines. 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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Fort Wayne TinCaps vs. Lansing Lugnuts
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Parkview Field — Celebrate America's pastime with family-friendly baseball action and fun activities.
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