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Friday, July 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control (FWACC) is partnering with Fido’s Forest to offer a free 'Read to the Animals' night on Monday, August 18 at its (3020 Hillegas Road) location where visitors aged 5 and up will read for 30 minutes with adoptable pets; registrations are required on a first-come, first-served basis with sessions beginning at 4 p.m. and the final slots starting at 6:30 p.m. 21Alive
- ➤ City and community leaders, including Mayor Sharon Tucker, gathered at Parkview Field at 5 p.m. Thursday to fill over 300 Brave Bags with food, hygiene, and care items for children facing abuse, neglect, and trauma (the first 75 bags were loaded onto TRAA ambulances for distribution). 21Alive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Fort Wayne leaders filed a petition — supported by property owners — to renew the Economic Improvement District for another 10-year term to keep downtown services active. Pending City Council approval this summer, the district will expand its footprint and continue at the current assessment rate, taking effect early 2026 through 2035. US 93.3
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Allen County Public Library announced that its Memory Station service will now be free for qualifying Medicare users to help dementia patients reconnect with memories through photo reminiscence therapy — the service is enhanced by partners Vivid-Pix, PocketRN, and the National Institute for Dementia Education. 21Alive
- ➤ Positive Resource Connection, a Fort Wayne nonprofit, received a $20K grant on July 16 from the St. Joseph Community Health Foundation to support its HIV and STI services — the funding will help improve access to care for local residents. WFFT-TV
- ➤ Indiana University Health held a topping out ceremony on July 17 when it completed the vertical structure for its new $421 million hospital in southwest Allen County+ the hospital will open in summer 2027 to provide enhanced care to Fort Wayne residents. WOWO
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Chicas, Cultura y Canvas
7-9 p.m. — The Ari Creative Event Studio — Included — Unleash your creativity while networking with inspiring Latina women over delicious snacks and cafecito.
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Earth, Wind and Fire Concert
8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Embassy Theatre — Tickets starting at $59 — Experience the iconic sound of Earth, Wind and Fire live in concert.
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The Cookout: Battle of The Grill Masters
3-7 p.m. — Kettler Park — Free entry — Enjoy food, fun, and camaraderie at Fort Wayne's vibrant grill-off event.
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Monday Blues Jam Sessions
7-10 p.m. — The Club Room at The Clyde — Cost varies — Enjoy a night of live blues music and delicious jambalaya in a cozy venue.
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Tincaps Princess Night
1-4 p.m. — Parkview Field — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Princess Night with beloved characters at the Tincaps game.
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Alicia Pyle & The Locals Summer Nights
5:30-7 p.m. — Embassy Theatre — Free entry — Enjoy local musicians in a beautiful ballroom and stunning views from the rooftop patio.
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Great Lakes Loons vs. Fort Wayne Tincaps Baseball Game
1-4 p.m. — Parkview Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a fun-filled day of family entertainment at one of Indiana's award-winning baseball venues.
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