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Thursday, July 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The United States Air Force Thunderbirds will perform at Fort Wayne Air National Guard Base this weekend with six F-16 jets and other military teams, offering a free air show at 3005 W. Ferguson Road. The jets will display coordinated maneuvers — flying formations about 150 feet off the ground — designed to inspire local spectators. The Journal Gazette
- ➤ Miss Virginia’s Food Pantry received a $35,000 grant on July 9 from the St. Joseph Community Health Foundation to boost its Balanced Nutritional Food Program and provide healthy foods to about 7,350 guests in Fort Wayne’s food deserts + the funding will allow distribution of nearly 57,377 pounds of food across targeted local zip codes. Around Fort Wayne
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ GreenWay Bank announced today that Rob Slusser will become its president and chief executive officer on July 14 + he brings over 30 years of banking experience and a strong focus on community service as noted by board chairman Gary Clay. Greater Fort Wayne Business Weekly
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A shooting in downtown Fort Wayne at Promenade Park left one teen dead and three injured after an argument between two groups—18-year-old Ni’Shawn Jackson and 16-year-old Nazir Pittman are in custody facing charges such as attempted murder and murder as the investigation continues. 21Alive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, the Hemphill Smith Art Foundation held a groundbreaking in downtown Fort Wayne for a planned 30-foot sculpture honoring the late artist Jody Hemphill Smith to be installed on West Jefferson Boulevard as a gateway to the West Central Neighborhood and downtown. The steel structure—designed by Cary Shafer and inspired by her painting 'Amaryllis'—is supported by $250,000 raised for the project. 21Alive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the City of Fort Wayne launched its newly redesigned website that now features a virtual assistant chatbot + alert center and supports multiple languages, a public meeting calendar, and AudioEye accessibility technology. Mayor Sharon Tucker, City Council, and various departments worked together to create the site to improve residents’ access to city services. WFFT-TV
- ➤ The City of Fort Wayne launched its redesigned website on July 9—featuring improved navigation and accessibility for residents, businesses, and visitors—and it offers new tools such as a virtual assistant and alert center to help users quickly find key information. Around Fort Wayne
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Ill Niño Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Piere's Entertainment Center — Ticket pricing varies — Experience the vibrant sounds of Latin metal from the legendary band Ill Niño.
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