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Saturday, July 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Firefly Children and Family Alliance has opened its first Fort Wayne location at 1005 W. Rudisill Boulevard, Suite 308 — a new center for families referred by DCS. The nonprofit, which has served Hoosiers for 174 years, works with therapists and caseworkers to prevent child abuse — and will extend its support to nearby counties. WANE 15
- ➤ The Mac+Cheese Festival returns to Fort Wayne today with local food vendors and family friendly activities planned. Organizers expect the event to bring residents together and celebrate the city’s unique flavors. 21Alive
- ➤ The City of Fort Wayne is offering a free bicycle safety workshop for elementary students where the Fort Wayne Police Department Bike Patrol teaches safety basics and Trek Fort Wayne demonstrates proper equipment fitting—free helmets from the Indiana Department of Transportation and bikes from Pedals of Hope are available while supplies last. The sessions run from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. on July 21 at Franke Park and July 23 at Shoaff Park, and students will then join a 1-mile guided ride to practice their skills. WFFT-TV
- ➤ The Journal Gazette Foundation board approved $141,250 in grants for local nonprofits for the second quarter—bringing the year’s total to over $328,520 awarded—with funds going to groups such as Vincent Village, United Way and Arts United. The Journal Gazette
- ➤ CASA volunteers in Allen County work to support children facing abuse and neglect by forming lasting bonds that guide them through tough times—volunteer Dave Peppler helped former case youth Erson Lazare secure legal documentation and pursue higher education while the program seeks more father figures for young boys. This effort builds on over 10 years of dedicated advocacy in the community. The Journal Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Kyle T. Brady, 39, from Ashley pleaded guilty to drug trafficking and firearms offenses and received a 25-year prison sentence with 10 years of supervised release — a decision following a July 2022 search that uncovered meth, multiple guns, and over 1,000 rounds of ammunition. WFFT-TV
- ➤ Kyle T. Brady, 39, was sentenced to 25 years in prison with 10 years of supervised release after pleading guilty to drug trafficking and firearm charges linked to a 2022 raid on his Ashley home where police found drugs, guns and cash. WANE 15
- ➤ A 16-year-old boy from Fort Wayne accepted a plea agreement Thursday that will send him to prison for 14 years after pleading guilty to aggravated battery and robbery—his other charges were dismissed. 21Alive
- ➤ Devonte C. Travier was found guilty of murder, meth dealing, resisting law enforcement, and obstruction of justice in the 2023 shooting that killed Diasha Renee Fitts on Feb. 19 in a Honda Odyssey on Bluffton Road in Fort Wayne — jurors took two hours to decide, his accomplice Demaury Haywood was sentenced to 80 years, and Travier faces up to 100 years as he awaits sentencing at 11 a.m. on Aug. 15. The Journal Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fort Wayne Virtual Academy—Fort Wayne Community Schools’ innovative online program—announced it will expand statewide to serve students in grades 6-12. Superintendent Dr. Mark Daniel said the program will offer live instruction and plans to add dual credit options to give families flexible, high-quality education. WOWO
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Harvester Homecoming 2025 Festival
Time TBD — 2911 Meyer Rd, Fort Wayne, IN — Free admission — Celebrate the rich history of Harvester and Navistar in Fort Wayne with engaging activities.
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