Thursday, June 26th, 2025

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Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Officials and residents broke ground on renovations for Arbors of Southtowne Square in southeast Fort Wayne on Wednesday. The affordable senior housing complex, with 214 units, will receive updates including new windows, elevators, plumbing, a solar-panel roof, and a new name chosen by residents — the project is funded through federal tax credits and city tax abatements. 21Alive
- ➤ Council members Russ Jehl and Geoff Paddock attended the annual meeting of Friends of the Parks of Allen County — held at Foster Park on Wednesday. The nonprofit presented its annual report, elected officers, and hosted a panel on changing park funding. WANE 15
- ➤ The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds will headline the Fort Wayne Air Show scheduled for July 9 and 12 at the Air Guard Base at Fort Wayne International Airport—bringing together military, civilian, and static aircraft displays. The demonstration team of 12 officers and 132 enlisted specialists will perform high-energy aerial routines. WOWO
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On June 16, officers from Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control captured an illegal pet alligator roaming a north side neighborhood—using a control bar and teamwork to secure and transport it to a rescue on Saturday. The Journal Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Embassy Theatre will present the Middle Waves Music Festival at Headwaters Park this Saturday, June 28 with the main gate opening at 3 p.m. for general admission and music set to begin at 4 p.m. VIP ticket holders will get early entry at 2:30 p.m. (limited VIP tickets offer exclusive perks). Around Fort Wayne
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Mike Braun announced on June 23 that all 15 public colleges and universities will freeze in-state tuition and fees for two academic years to keep costs the same through the 2026 to 2027 academic year. The policy will apply across flagship and regional campuses statewide and some schools will still raise charges for room and board and for international students. Greater Fort Wayne Business Weekly
- ➤ Gov. Mike Braun announced on June 23 that Indiana’s 15 public colleges & universities froze in-state undergraduate tuition and mandatory fees for the next two academic years, calling the move historic to lower college costs. KPC News
- ➤ Fort Wayne is accepting applications for a zero percent HVAC loan program—eligible homeowners must own their property, have incomes at or below 80 percent of the Area Median Income, and live within city limits—with repayments made over a ten-year period secured by a mortgage. Around Fort Wayne
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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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Fort Wayne TinCaps vs Quad Cities River Bandits
1-4 p.m. — Parkview Field — Family friendly fun — Enjoy a lively baseball game between the TinCaps and River Bandits at the award-winning Parkview Field.
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