Fort Wayne
Today
Sunday, July 6th, 2025
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 6th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A new creative space— the Art and Awakening Center— opens Saturday at 1615-1619 South Calhoun Street downtown, inviting community members to tour the venue from 12 to 7 p.m. Local entrepreneurs will lead the grand opening as they showcase art, spiritual guidance, and tattoo art services. 21Alive
- ➤ Big Fort Fest will take place at Headwaters Park from July 10 to 12 and will feature a vendor market and family activities — event organizers Jes and Jake Farris said the festival is meant to bring the community together. Organizers noted that the event will offer varied experiences throughout the weekend — more details will be shared soon. WANE 15
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita’s office charged 13 individuals for healthcare fraud in investigations that targeted licensed professionals for allegedly stealing medications and submitting false Medicaid claims, including a Fort Wayne personal care attendant, as part of a nationwide crackdown—led by the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit. Around Fort Wayne
- ➤ Fort Wayne Mayor issued a statement after multiple teenagers were shot overnight Friday in downtown Fort Wayne — police are investigating the incident. 21Alive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Carroll grad Jake Shirk pitched two innings in relief on Friday and struck out six batters to help the Greensboro Grasshoppers secure a 2-0 perfect game win over the Aberdeen IronBirds. Shirk, promoted two weeks ago in the Pittsburgh Pirates organization, has begun his minor league career strongly — earning wins in both appearances. WANE 15
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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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Jason Isbell & The 400 Unit Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Embassy Theatre — Tickets required — Experience the Grammy-winning artist Jason Isbell playing his heartfelt, critically acclaimed songs live.
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The Unteachables Stand-Up Comedy Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Check event page for pricing — Experience a night of laughter with comedians who embrace their unconventional teaching methods.
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Rock & Roar at the Fort Wayne Zoo
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Fort Wayne Zoo — Ticket required — Experience live music from local bands while enjoying the zoo’s vibrant atmosphere.
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Comedy and Magic with Eric Eaton
7-8:30 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of comedy and magic from award-winning performer Eric Eaton.
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42nd Annual Old Fort Mustangers Mustang & Ford Show
8 AM – 3 PM — Bob Thomas Ford — $15 preregistration, $20 day of — Showcasing Ford-powered vehicles with prizes and free admission for spectators.
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The Office Trivia Night with David Koechner
7-10 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Trivia Event — Test your knowledge of 'The Office' with host Todd Packer himself!
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