Fort Wayne
Today
Sunday, October 19th, 2025
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Fort Wayne is hosting Fright Night today at The Fort with a Zombie Walk, while Mad Science Day is held at Science Centra and Animal Care and Control offers its Howl-O-Walkoween at Promenade Park — letting residents join in the spooky celebrations in full costume. These festivities bring together multiple events throughout the day to mark Halloween in the community. WOWO
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Gene Stratton-Porter State Historic Site was recognized as part of the Old-Growth Forest Network on Saturday — the ceremony celebrated the site's 148 acres of preserved woods, prairies, and lakeshore. Guests then enjoyed a one-mile guided hike to explore the historic grounds. 21Alive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A one-mile part of State Road 114 was renamed as the Capt. Matthew Tomkiewicz Memorial Mile to honor the Fort Wayne Marine who died in a March 2022 MV-22B Osprey crash — State Senator Justin Busch and community members held a renaming ceremony on Friday. WOWO
- ➤ The Allen County Human Resources Department will host a career fair on October 23 at Memorial Coliseum from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.—more than 30 departments will offer job opportunities and applicants must complete their applications online—free parking is provided. WFFT-TV
- ➤ On Saturday, protestors gathered at the Allen County Courthouse for Fort Wayne’s second 'No Kings' protest — part of over 50 demonstrations in Indiana and more than 2,500 across the country — to oppose what organizers called hateful authoritarian actions. The event, held from 2 to 5 p.m., also collected soap and donations for Inasmuch Ministry while local political leaders issued contrasting responses. 21Alive
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Eric Johnson Live Performance
8:00-9:30 PM — Clyde Theatre — Starting at $29.50 — Experience the legendary guitar virtuoso Eric Johnson and his eclectic musical styles across genres.
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Making Strides of Fort Wayne
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Parkview Field — Free entry — Celebrate courage and hope in the fight against breast cancer with the Northeast Indiana community.
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Mamacitas & Mimosas
11 AM – 2 PM — The Ari Creative Event Studio — Check for costs — Indulge in authentic Mexican brunch flavors while enjoying a vibrant community atmosphere.
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Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons vs. Ball State Cardinals
7-11 p.m. — Hilliard Gates Sports Center — VIP tickets available — Experience premium amenities and enjoy college basketball excitement.
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PMP Certification Training in Fort Wayne
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Fort Wayne, IN — Early Bird Pricing Available — Gain comprehensive CAPM certification training with expert-led interactive sessions and valuable resources.
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Fort Wayne Philharmonic: Holst and Mozart
7-8:30 p.m. — Clyde Theatre — Dinner and drinks available — Experience a delightful evening of classical music with Holst, Ravel, and Mozart in a relaxed atmosphere.
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Old Fort Cluster Dog Show
8 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — Entry details not specified — Experience the excitement of breed judging and obedience at this annual dog show.
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Gabriel Rutledge Live Comedy Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Join comedy sensation Gabriel Rutledge for an evening filled with humor and entertainment.
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Gabriel Rutledge Live Comedy Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket price varies — Experience hilarious storytelling from a renowned comedian.
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Black Flag Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Piere's Entertainment Center — Ticket prices TBA — Experience the raw energy of Black Flag live in Fort Wayne.
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