Fort Wayne
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Monday, August 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control is hosting the Adopt A Study Buddy sale at its Hillegas Road shelter & partner locations, offering kitten, cat and small animal adoptions for $5 with an approved application through August 16. WOWO
- ➤ Community members gathered on Sunday to celebrate Fort Wayne girl Eliana Carmona’s 3rd birthday and two years of being cancer-free at Ambrosia Orchard—raising crucial funds to help cover her ongoing medical costs after her father’s job loss reduced their insurance coverage. The event featured a sale, food, and family-friendly activities, and it supports her upcoming medical examinations scheduled for October. 21Alive
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, three fires in Fort Wayne caused four pet deaths and injured one person while three properties sustained moderate to heavy damage—firefighters quickly contained the flames as the Fort Wayne Fire Department continued its investigation. 21Alive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police responded Sunday night to a shooting on Third Street (near Sherman Boulevard) in northwest Fort Wayne at 10:30 p.m. where a man suffered a gunshot wound to his stomach and was taken to the hospital, and they are canvassing the area for camera footage. 21Alive
- ➤ On Sunday at around 3 p.m., Fort Wayne police responded to a shooting on the northwest side and found two adults who were pronounced dead on the scene on the 900 block of Morrow Way—officials are investigating. 21Alive
- ➤ Fort Wayne police arrested Newton Arnold as a second suspect in a suspected dog fighting ring—charging him with 14 counts including having fighting dogs and gun possession by a felon—while earlier suspect Trevel Bell now faces more than ten additional charges after 22 dogs were rescued from three properties. WFFT-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city of Fort Wayne says milling and paving work will start today from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day for about two weeks—drivers should expect delays on several roads including Old Maysville Road, Pinehurst Drive, Pine Valley Drive, and Valley View Drive and are advised to use alternate routes. US 93.3
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Sleigh the Heat Bar Crawl will take place along the Fairfield Corridor where participants will visit four venues—Wunderkammer Company, Packard Taphouse, Bravas, and Wonder Camera—to celebrate a Christmas-themed bar crawl in August. Tickets cost $50 for adults 21 and up and the event will offer a festive evening for fun-seekers. WANE 15
SPORTS NEWS
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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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1st Annual VetFest Celebration
11 a.m.-6 p.m. — Headwaters Park — Free entry with donations accepted — Celebrate our veterans with live music, food, games, and family activities before the 80s Night concert.
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Summit City Vintage Fest 6
12-6 p.m. — Night Train — Drinks available for purchase — Explore 25 vintage clothing vendors in the heart of the city.
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The Garden Night Market
6-9 p.m. — The Garden — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of artisan shopping, live music, and delicious food under the stars.
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Fort Wayne Plein Air Competition and Sale
7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Auer Center for Arts and Culture — Cost varies — Explore a vibrant display of local art and purchase unique pieces at this competitive event.
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