Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of July.
Good morning, Fort Wayne.
The 37th annual Weigand Construction Duck Race returns Saturday at Promenade Park to support Iris Family Support Center, with participants buying ducks that fund the event + winners receiving prizes including $5,000 for first place.
Food trucks, games and music add to the family fun and tickets will be available at several local spots before the race.
Fleet Feet’s Fort Wayne store donated over 200 pairs of sneakers and socks, valued at over $30,000, to the Boys and Girls Clubs on Monday to help members prepare for the upcoming school year — part of its Do the Run Thing charity initiative that encourages active living.
Fort Wayne Police investigated a fatal shooting that occurred Saturday morning around 3 a.m. at Woodbridge Apartments on River Run Trail when officers found a man with several gunshot wounds who was later pronounced dead at a local hospital — detectives are searching for evidence and witnesses.
Fort Wayne Police investigated a shooting on Monday at State Boulevard and Cass Street after officers encountered a man who had made concerning statements and brandished a firearm, and they shot him when he posed a threat; he later died in hospital from his injuries.
Officers responded on July 19th at 3:03 a.m. to a shooting at the 1800 block of River Run Trail where a Black male, aged 15 to 20 years and 5'11" tall weighing about 123 pounds (with a chipped front tooth), was pronounced dead, and the police are asking anyone with information to call the homicide division.
June data shows the Fort Wayne metro unemployment rate dropped to 3.5% with 4,550 more people working and 1,252 fewer unemployed than the same month last year.
The total workforce increased by 1.4% and county rates ranged from 3% in Wells County to 6.5% in Howard County—only Grant County was above the state rate of 3.7% while Steuben County matched it.
On Sunday, the Fort Wayne TinCaps lost 7—5 to the Lake County Captains as their middle order effort saw Leo De Vries hit his seventh home run that helped build a 4—2 lead in the fifth inning.
The team is set to play Cedar Rapids today at 7:35 p.m.—hoping to bounce back from the loss.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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