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Monday, July 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 21st of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fort Wayne Pride Fest will return downtown next weekend with a celebration of love & identity. The festival will offer food, vendors, family activities & a pride march on Friday, July 25 and Saturday, July 26. WANE 15
- ➤ A fundraiser was held Sunday from 12 to 3 p.m. at the Rune Restaurant on Broadway to help cover expenses for 3-year-old Harvey Jump, who underwent two brain surgeries after his brain tumor was diagnosed. Harvey’s family said he is now home and preparing for chemotherapy as doctors confirmed the tumor is treatable — community support has helped ease his medical journey. 21Alive
- ➤ WaterWorks FunFest will take place Saturday, July 26 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Water Pollution Control Plant on Dwenger Avenue—families can enjoy hands-on experiments, games, and prizes. City Utilities Chief of Communications Frank Suarez said the festival will help guests learn about water science—making it a fun and educational day out. WANE 15
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The History Center will host Miami Indian Heritage Days on August 2 at the Chief Richardville House on Bluffton Road where visitors learn about Miami and other Native American heritage. Dani Tippmann will present on Miami Harvest: Edible and Usable Plants and Materials from 1-4 p.m.—admission is $9 for adults and $7 for youth and seniors. Around Fort Wayne
- ➤ Local filmmaker Jake Ryan Baker begins filming his psychological thriller The Part in fall—he is raising funds with a campaign running until next week. WANE 15
- ➤ Ambrosia Orchard will host its third annual Cookie Festival on July 27 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.—food trucks, a vendor market, bounce houses and lots of cookies will add fun to the event. WANE 15
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ivy Tech and Manchester University signed an agreement last month to ease student transfers by allowing graduates with associate degrees to move to Manchester as juniors—students can transfer up to 60 credits toward a four-year degree. The Journal Gazette
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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