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Wednesday, June 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A late night shooting in southeast Fort Wayne left one person dead and another in critical condition when police responded just before midnight to shots fired at Tillman Park—detectives are asking anyone with information to come forward. WOWO
- ➤ The Allen County Coroner’s Office on Monday identified 20-year-old Eriyn Brionne White as the victim of a shooting at Tillman Park in Fort Wayne where one person died and another was seriously injured during a large gathering. 21Alive
- ➤ Before midnight on June 23rd, police responded to gunshots at Tillman Park that killed one man and left another with life-threatening injuries — investigators questioned witnesses and gathered evidence while assuring that there was no threat to the public. US 93.3
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Northwest Allen County Schools plan to borrow nearly $90 million for a new career center, transportation facility and maintenance projects, but few residents offered input at an initial hearing; the board will seek further comments next month (residents are encouraged to email any board member) and may decide on moving forward with the projects (the career center is expected to open for the 2027-28 school year). The Journal Gazette
- ➤ Governor Mike Braun announced on Tuesday that all 15 Indiana public colleges and universities will keep tuition and fees flat for in-state students for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 academic years. This freeze is the first such measure since 2010 and comes after the governor challenged schools to reduce redundancies and streamline services — a move aimed at keeping higher education affordable. WANE 15
- ➤ A private Fort Wayne foundation pledged $2 million to name part of Trine University's new John and Mary Pellegrino Student Design Center after Steel Dynamics Foundation. Officials said the 22,000-square-foot facility celebrated its groundbreaking in May and will be completed in about 16 months — offering new training spaces for local high school students and residents. The Journal Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, Fort Wayne City Council approved the Northwest 2035 neighborhood plan — covering Bloomingdale, Hamilton, Lincoln Park Five Points, Nebraska and North Highlands — that sets a ten-year roadmap for improvements. Mayor Sharon Tucker will sign the plan as the city works with residents to make local areas safer, more walkable and more connected. Around Fort Wayne
- ➤ INDOT released final reports for its ProPEL US 30 and US 31 studies that will guide road planning for the next 20 years along two key routes in northern Indiana—public input helped shape many changes in the plans. The study teams will hold community office hours in affected areas through July—community members can share their ideas for the future. Around Fort Wayne
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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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Jazzworks! With Ty Causey
5:30-10:30 p.m. — Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant mix of R&B, Jazz, and soul before a spectacular fireworks show.
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Comedic Cody Live
7-8:30 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughter with viral sensation Comedic Cody, bringing his unique humor to Fort Wayne.
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Social Distortion Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Clyde Theatre — Starting at $49.50 — Experience the legendary LA punk band Social Distortion with their iconic sound and heartfelt lyrics.
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