Fort Wayne
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Thursday, October 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control received a Community Care Grant from Banfield Foundation on October 22 that helped provide flea and tick prevention products to 210 local households. The grant allowed officers to educate pet owners+ share additional community resources. Around Fort Wayne
- ➤ The Deck’s Fall Festival returns this Saturday — local families can enjoy seasonal activities and community fun at the venue. Organizers said more details on timings and special features will be released soon. 21Alive
- ➤ The Rescue Mission is seeking food donations to serve over 1,080 meals daily until Thanksgiving — the organization aims to raise $271,328 as it supports those affected by homelessness during a busy fall season. WFFT-TV
- ➤ The Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory will host its annual Garden Trick-or-Treat at 1100 South Calhoun Street on October 25 from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. Families will enjoy costumed visits, treat stations and the Pumpkin Path Display—ensuring a safe and festive Halloween celebration. WFFT-TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two Purdue University Fort Wayne golf team members, AJ Agnew and Landon Smith, rescued an older man whose car drove into a pond along St. Joe Center Road late Wednesday morning—other bystanders aided until emergency crews are expected to check his condition. The Journal Gazette
- ➤ The Fort Wayne Fire Department responded to a fire at the former southeast side middle school on Oct. 22nd — officials began investigating the cause and worked to secure the building. 21Alive
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Spirit Christmas will open its first Fort Wayne store at Jefferson Pointe in the old Big Lots on Illinois Road, offering a festive holiday experience with Peppermint Village (featuring décor, gifts, and interactive displays). The store will host free Santa photo sessions on weekends starting November 21 (with photo packages available for purchase). WFFT-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Rolland Center for Lincoln Research at Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne has launched an interactive virtual tour of its Lincoln Collection that shows the exhibits with clear, full room views and clickable details — it helps teachers, students and history fans use rare primary sources in class. WFFT-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fort Wayne Public Works Division has introduced TRECtheFort.com today to provide real-time updates on road restrictions and closures — the site features an interactive map with detour routes, lane closures, and contractor contacts. Residents may subscribe to a daily email bulletin for updates — and plans are underway to integrate this information with popular GPS apps. WFFT-TV
- ➤ Fort Wayne City Council preliminarily approved a $9M Illinois Road trail project that will boost local connectivity — further details on construction dates and project phases are expected soon. 21Alive
- ➤ Fort Wayne’s Street Department will begin collecting leaves on Monday, November 3 in over 400 neighborhoods until December 19 with separate dates for south, north, and central areas and a pause on Thanksgiving. Residents must place leaves at the curb by 7 a.m. during their designated week and can schedule a bagged pick-up through the end of 2025—daily updates are available online. WFFT-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Board of Directors and Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ announced—Matt Smith, PhD has been named as the new CEO of the St. Joseph Community Health Foundation in Fort Wayne and he will begin work on December 1, taking full leadership on January 1 to replace retiring CEO Meg Distler. Around Fort Wayne
- ➤ The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine invites the community to the third annual Let's Beat Breast Cancer rally at YLNI Farmers Market on East Berry Street on October 25 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. — local drumlines will energize the event and host Heather Dahman will share prevention tips — emphasizing a plant-based diet and other healthy lifestyle changes. WFFT-TV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The Hamilton—an estate known as the mansion that pizza built because it was home to Dick and Deanna Freeland’s restaurant success—is now listed for $6.75 million in Aboite Township. Built in 1997, the large home sits on 40 acres and features upscale design with many spacious rooms. WFFT-TV
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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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