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Wednesday, July 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Humane Fort Wayne is moving its Wellness Clinic from the Leesburg Road shelter back to 1333 Maycrest Drive on Friday, Aug. 1 to offer more space and longer hours for basic care. A new appointment-only Clinic Plus will also launch at Leesburg Road on Aug. 1 to provide extra services like skin, ear and allergy treatment — following overwhelming community demand. 21Alive
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 33-year-old man, Jared Scott Huth, died Saturday on the 2300 block of Butler Road in northwest Fort Wayne when his vehicle left the road at a curve, struck a tree, and caused fatal blunt force injuries and thermal burns — police said the crash remains under investigation. The Journal Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday evening, Allen County detectives investigated a homicide near the 700 block of Hathaway Road after 67-year-old Roger Marvin Swedzinski from Fort Wayne was fatally shot multiple times—authorities are asking anyone with information to contact police. 21Alive
- ➤ Fort Wayne Police and Humane World for Animals rescued 22 dogs and puppies from two suspected dogfighting sites during a heat wave, finding many in very poor, dirty conditions and chained outdoors—authorities are still investigating the felony offense. WFFT-TV
- ➤ On Saturday, July 26, the Allen County coroner confirmed the identity of Roger Marvin Swedzinski—67—whose body was found on the 700 block of Hathaway Road, and his death from multiple gunshot wounds was ruled a homicide marking the 25th such case this year. WFFT-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today, volunteers assembled an accessible playground at Perry Hill Elementary with ramps, lower platforms, and turf—funded by a $25,000 AWS Foundation grant and built with support from B.F. Goodrich, United Way, and school staff. The new playground and four classrooms will offer inclusive learning and play as the developmental preschool program moves into the school. WFFT-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Maumee Pathway trail between Coliseum Boulevard and the gate just west of Maplecrest Road was closed on Tuesday (7-29-25) until August 31 as City Utilities worked to complete the Pierson Ditch culvert to protect nearby neighborhoods from flooding. US 93.3
- ➤ Today the Allen County Board of Commissioners celebrated a major milestone in a project that will bring high-speed internet via Tarana fixed wireless technology to around 61,685 addresses in southern and eastern Allen County. Lakeland Internet will offer free site evaluations and open its first Fort Wayne field office at 400 W. Main St.—supporting local service and connectivity. Greater Fort Wayne Business Weekly
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Fort Wayne Dragon Boat Races
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Promenade Park — Free entry — Experience the excitement of 21-person teams racing down the St. Marys river at the annual Dragon Boat Races.
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2025 Pet Resource Expo
12-4 p.m. — Charlie’s Place — Free entry — Discover top pet professionals and premium products at this community-focused pet expo.
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Summer Nights with Chris Worth
5:30-7 p.m. — Embassy Theatre — Free entry — Enjoy local musicians and stunning city views from the rooftop patio.
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Wild Edibles Foraging Workshop
10:00 AM – 12:30 PM — LC Nature Park — $20 per person, $18 for members — Learn to forage for wild plants and enjoy a cooking demo featuring your finds.
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Josh Johnson Stand-Up Comedy Show
6:00 – 8:30 PM — Clyde Theatre — Starting at $35 — Enjoy a night of laughs with Emmy-nominated comedian and YouTube sensation Josh Johnson.
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Fort Wayne Tincaps vs. West Michigan Whitecaps
6:35 p.m. — Parkview Field — Family entertainment — Experience exciting minor league baseball with the Fort Wayne TinCaps at the award-winning Parkview Field.
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Ty Causey Concert
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Embassy Theatre — Enjoy an evening with local musicians in a beautiful setting while savoring stunning city views from the rooftop.
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Tacarra Williams Live
7-8:30 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Tickets available — Experience the comedic brilliance of Tacarra Williams, a rising star in the comedy scene.
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