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Monday, June 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 30th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A suspect was arrested after a police chase that began with a traffic stop in Allen County — the suspect fired on a New Haven officer and led police on a chase that ended with a PIT maneuver, no injuries were reported and he was taken to Allen County Jail while state police investigated the incident. WOWO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, community members gathered at Clyde Theatre for a benefit jam session to celebrate the life of Fort Wayne music legend Gary Brabson, also known as G Money. The theatre said it will honor his legacy by continuing its weekly G-Money Open Blues Jam nights — showcasing his love for the blues. 21Alive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The board advanced plans to hold a special election and referendum on Nov. 4 that will raise an extra $12 million over eight years, with community members sharing mixed views on rising taxes. They also invited residents to a Carroll High School ribbon-cutting on July 21 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. with tours and a board meeting at 6 p.m., while recognizing local track champions, accepting donations, noting retirements, and approving a $61,896.21 purchase for security cameras. Greater Fort Wayne Business Weekly
- ➤ Easterseals Northeast Indiana hosted a STEM family engagement night last week where summer day camp participants received free backpacks filled with supplies funded by a General Motors Foundation grant — the nonprofit will hold another event on July 8 for younger campers and plans to open a makerspace this fall to boost hands-on learning. The Journal Gazette
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ City Utilities mailed the Drinking Water Quality Report covering 2024 data that meets state and federal testing requirements — the report is available in English, Spanish, and Burmese, and customers may call 427-1234 for extra copies. Around Fort Wayne
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Fort Wayne will close its offices Friday, July 4 for Independence Day — no residential garbage or recycling will be collected until Saturday. City offices will resume regular hours Monday, July 7. Around Fort Wayne
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Saturday night's game saw Leo De Vries secure a 2—1 win for the TinCaps at Parkview Field with a key base hit in the bottom of the ninth to beat the Great Lakes Loons before a packed crowd. Eric Yost and Garrett Hawkins also helped the team hold their lead during a pitching duel. Around Fort Wayne
- ➤ A Fort Wayne resident won two free tickets to the WNBA All-Star game in Indy after being the first to answer a trivia clue at the Turnstone facility on June 29 — fans who did not win still received giveaway items as the scavenger hunt continues across 20 sites statewide. WOWO
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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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Ryan Hamilton Live Stand-Up
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Summit City Comedy Club — Tickets required — Enjoy a unique comedic perspective from the rising star of the New York stand-up scene.
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heART IN THE PARK with heART OF THE CITY
10 AM – 5 PM — Freimann Square — Free entry — Explore a vibrant art market showcasing local artists and their creative works.
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Co-Headlining Concert: The Wood Brothers & St. Paul & The Broken Bones
7-8:30 p.m. — Sweetwater Performance Pavilion — Tickets available — Experience a night of soulful music featuring two dynamic bands in a beautiful venue.
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