Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 9th of August.
Good morning, Fort Wayne.
🏘️ Community
Alumni from Avenues Recovery volunteered at St. Mary’s Catholic Church soup kitchen over the weekend + preparing and serving meals for community members.
The event showcased recovery’s role in building purpose and opening personal opportunities.
The Veterans National Memorial Shrine and Museum announced a new Agent Orange Memorial on O’Day Road, with fundraising underway for a black granite monument featuring the Agent Orange logo (and design details).
It will be dedicated in spring 2027 ahead of Agent Orange Awareness Day on Aug. 10.
Fort Wayne's Muddy River Run car show is underway at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum after a busy Saturday, featuring over 350 custom cars, hot rods and classics along with a swap meet, vendors, food trucks and music.
Today the event continues with free admission (parking is $8).
🎭 Culture
Fiesta Fort Wayne returned to Headwaters Park on Saturday, Aug.
8 (from 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.), celebrating Hispanic culture with live music, traditional food, dancing and family activities as local vendors offered diverse experiences.
🎓 Education
Dozens of students and staff walked from campus to the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception during Bishop Luers High School's 4th annual Walk of the Knights on Saturday.
The event preceded the first day of the 2026-27 school year (Aug. 11) and featured a prayer service led by school chaplains.
🎉 Fort Wayne Events
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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.
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