Good morning, Fort Wayne.

Alex Babich became the world record holder for the tallest sunflower when Guinness World Records measured his plant, Clover, at 35 feet and 9 inches on September 3.

Babich—who began gardening seven years ago—thanked the Fort Wayne community for its support.

Fort Wayne will host Culture Fest on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the corner of Clay and Berry Streets — the event will have live music, dance, an artisan market, a resource fair, a food truck, and children’s activities.

An investigation is underway after 33 animals were rescued from a Columbia City home on Tuesday—seven dogs, 24 cats and two guinea pigs were removed by the Whitley County Humane Society Animal Shelter working with the sheriff's and health departments—and the shelter is pausing new animal intake due to overcapacity.

Northwest Allen County Schools plans a $50.6 million career center that will give Carroll High students access to nearly 30 career and technical education programs if voters approve the Nov.

4 referendum. The facility is projected for the 2027-28 school year near Carroll and is designed with flexible spaces — to adapt to future program needs.

The City of Fort Wayne announced that Engle Road—between Ardmore Avenue and Bluffton Road near the railroad tracks—is closed for emergency repairs by Norfolk Southern and will reopen by the end of day Wednesday, September 17; a detour using Ardmore Avenue, Nuttman Avenue, Brooklyn Avenue and Bluffton Road will be posted.

Voting groups have pushed back against Indiana’s new redistricting plan — they claim the new maps might limit voter fairness and prompt legal challenges before the changes take effect.

Fort Wayne’s Homeless Services Manager Amanda Fall updated City Council Tuesday evening on efforts to fight homelessness by estimating that 2,250 residents lack stable housing and outlining plans to add emergency shelter beds, create low-barrier shelters, and increase affordable housing options — actions aimed at guiding future community support.

The CDC warned people in Indiana that the native Triatominae—known as the kissing bug—can spread Chagas disease by transmitting parasite-laden feces, though there have been no cases locally yet.

The insect lives both indoors and outdoors in areas such as substandard housing and animal shelters.

Fort Wayne native Katie Garner stopped drinking on June 22 and began sharing her recovery journey on TikTok on July 4—she has since gained over 400,000 followers while detailing her challenges and progress.

At the Party at the Pitch on September 10, Purdue Fort Wayne split its soccer double-header and drew over 1,000 fans—a record for the Mastodons.

Stadium Journey ranked Parkview Field as the No. 1 High-A ballpark with a 4.71 Fanfare rating based on seven criteria—five of which earned perfect scores.

The review noted the TinCaps drew strong fan support—ranking third in attendance among 60 teams—helping boost downtown appeal.

Comedy Night with Steven Ho

7-8:30 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the comedic brilliance of Steven Ho, known for his entertaining ER stories and online following.

Stand-Up Comedy with Steven Ho

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy laughter and medical anecdotes from a viral comedian with a unique ER perspective.

The Garden Night Market

6-9 p.m. — The Garden — Free entry — Experience a vibrant celebration of art, music, food, and community under the stars.

Harvest Moon Waterfall

7-9 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Candle-making add-on available for $20 — Create a scented soy candle before unleashing your artistic side with a painting session.

John Crist Stand-Up Comedy Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Embassy Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the hilarious performances of a top global touring comedian.

Conservation Conversation - Changing the Climate

The Conservation Conversation is an annual event designed to bring the general public together with experts to promote the understanding of and collaboration on sustainability issues. This year's theme is climate change, so we will explore the science, policies, and responses to this global challenge.

Kaleo Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Clyde Theatre — Tickets starting at $61 — Experience the dynamic sounds of Kaleo live in Fort Wayne.

Solo Performance by Rome Ramirez

8-9:30 p.m. — Clyde Theatre — Starting at $30 — Experience a unique solo performance by the frontman of Sublime with Rome as he showcases his journey and sound.

Artikal Sound System Concert

7 PM - 1 AM — Piere's Entertainment Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sounds of Artikal Sound System and The Elovaters live in Fort Wayne.

STRONGER TOGETHER Gala

Join us for CASS Housing’s Stronger Together Gala on Monday, September 29th, an evening celebrating community, inclusion, and opportunity for individuals of all abilities. Our keynote speaker, Rachel Campos-Duffy, will share her journey as a mother to a daughter with Down Syndrome and the vital role communities play in creating safety, support, and belonging.