Good morning, Fort Wayne.

Fort Wayne leaders unveiled Make It Downtown, a ten-year plan featuring a new website and survey for gathering input.

Engagement events will be held at the TinCaps game on Aug 28 and the Taste of the Arts Festival on Aug 29, with the plan set to complete by April 2027.

The Allen County Public Library Aboite branch and two local Girl Scouts are hosting a donation drive for unopened personal care items until Saturday, Aug.

15 at the branch during regular library hours — the items will be assembled into hygiene kits for local food pantries as the girls work toward their Silver Award.

Pontiac Street Market will host its third Pack to School event on Aug.

1 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 918 E. Pontiac St., offering free haircuts, food, bounce houses and live music for families (registration required); Parkview Health will provide free youth sports physicals and immunizations.

Villages of Indiana is hosting a back-to-school donation drive — offering free supplies to students — that is active now to help families prepare for the new school year.

United Way of Allen County and Cummins partnered to donate 450 backpacks for The Salvation Army’s Tools for Schools campaign — Cummins employees filled the backpacks as part of a national project and donations will be accepted until Wednesday, Aug.

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Huntertown Heritage Days is underway at Huntertown Family Park from Thursday through Sunday, featuring a parade, fireworks, live entertainment + family-friendly activities and a community market with food and beverages available.

Local farmers are facing higher corn production costs as USDA raised estimates due to geopolitical tensions & farmland values remain strong with Allen County sales nearing $18,000 per acre.

RD Schrader of Schrader Real Estate says local operators support premium land prices amid tight margins.

Over 300 Indiana high schools reached the state’s 60% FAFSA filing target for seniors, with Allen County schools such as eSACS Virtual School (62%) and Homestead High (70%) earning badges.

The state reported nearly 400 more filings than last year, boosting the rate to 61%.

Fort Wayne Community Schools and East Allen County Schools said on Thursday they will use new food safety steps to keep students safe from cyclosporiasis linked to fresh produce as the new school year nears+

Families will join the FWCS Back-to-School Block Party tomorrow from 9 a.m. to noon at the Bill C.

Anthis Center parking lot. Over 50 FWCS departments and community partners will offer free resources and activities to help students and families prepare for the new school year.

The Fort Wayne Komets added forward Nathan Dunkley and defenseman Victor Hadfield for the 2026–2027 season, boosting their roster to 14 players as reported Jul 30 in Fort Wayne.

Defending champion Autumn Ridge has named new co-head coaches Christina Barranda and Daniel Hartman for City Swim Meet at Helen P.

Brown Natatorium over the next three days. The duo brings strong family ties to the team as they aim for a third championship in four years.

The Fort Wayne Curling Club will open its new bowling green to launch lawn bowls and croquet clubs.

A ribbon cutting ceremony begins Saturday, Aug. 1 at 1:00 p.m., followed by an open house from 3 to 5 p.m. with introductory sessions starting Saturday for bowls and Sunday for croquet.

FW Sports Car Club of America Autocross

Rain or Shine — Aug 1-2 — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — $8-$16 — Experience the thrill of autocross racing with various parking options available.

GREASE Musical Performance

Evening — Arts United Center — Check venue for pricing — Experience a time-traveling, hip-shaking, heart-pounding extravaganza with unforgettable songs and electrifying dance numbers.

West Michigan Whitecaps at Fort Wayne TinCaps

6:35 – 7:35 PM — Parkview Field — Enjoy family-friendly entertainment at a thrilling baseball matchup.

West Central Quartet

6-9 p.m. — Embassy Theatre — $5 admission — Experience live music, local food, and cocktails during Summer Nights at the Embassy.

2026 Chamber Golf Expo

9 a.m. — Brookwood Golf Club — Check website for fees — Participate in a fun scramble format tournament with prizes in a community-focused atmosphere.

Deric Cahill Comedy Tour

7-10 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — 2-item minimum — Experience Deric Cahill's bold humor as he navigates the chaos of life with his sharp wit.

The LEGENDS of Def Comedy Jam

6-9 p.m. — Century Music Hall — Resale marketplace tickets available — Experience a night of laughter with Chris Thomas in Fort Wayne.

Chris Worth Live Performance

6-9 p.m. — Embassy Theatre — Admission is $5 — Enjoy live music, cocktails, and local food while soaking in downtown Fort Wayne's skyline views.