Latest Daily Highlights
Sweetwater tops off $36.7M Distribution Center expansion in Fort Wayne
Sweetwater marked a major construction milestone Wednesday as employees and local dignitaries gathered for a topping-off ceremony celebrating the expansion of its distribution center.
Measles spreads fast and can cause serious complications
Measles is one of the most contagious viruses known to mankind, and residents in northeast Indiana should be aware of the symptoms and risks after local cases continue to emerge.
Major City of Fort Wayne divisions share 2027 budget plans
The City of Fort Wayne's major divisions presented their 2027 budget plans to the Fort Wayne City Council this evening.
FWPD Update: Arrest made in yesterday’s pedestrian fatality
The Fort Wayne Police Department has arrested Quincy A. English in connection with yesterday's fatal motorcycle vs pedestrian accident.
Fort Wayne Philharmonic’s opening night – 10/3/2026
On October 3, 2026, the Fort Wayne Philharmonic performs Rachmaninoff Symphony No. 2 and an Errollyn Wallen Cello Concerto its opening night for the 2026-27 season.
Snider High School class of 1976 to celebrate 50 year anniversary with numerous events
The Snider High School Class of 1976 will mark the occasion of their 50th anniversary this weekend, October 9 - 11, 2026.
Foellinger Foundation grant expands access to affordable loans for NE Indiana workers
Brightpoint has received a $100,000 Special Opportunity Grant from Foellinger Foundation to support the Community Loan Center of Northeast Indiana.
Festival of Trees returns November 25 thru December 2, 2026
The Embassy Theatre’s 42nd annual Festival of Trees returns November 25–December 2, 2026, with new expanded ways to experience a longtime Fort Wayne holiday tradition.
Summit Legacy to match gifts to Clothes For Joes Veteran Service Center
Today, Clothes For Joes announced that the Summit Legacy Foundation has committed up to $50,000 in matching funds for the organization's Veteran Service Center capital campaign.
Even Exchange Program starts for Hoosier Veterans with CMV qualifications
Career opportunities in the trucking industry are now more accessible to Hoosier veterans.
Indiana Department of Workforce Development now using AI-powered tool
The Indiana Department of Workforce Development is now using an AI-powered (Artificial Intelligence) plain language tool to help modernize public-facing documents.
Allen County Fire and EMS District releases facts and statutory overview
Ahead of the Allen County Council’s upcoming vote on October 19, 2026, the Allen County Fire & EMS District has released an informational fact sheet detailing its 2027 proposed operating budget.
Video: Gas Tax Holiday extension goes into effect today
Today, Governor Mike Braun’s Gas Tax Holiday extension goes into effect, continuing through November 4, 2026.
Applications open: Indiana’s Advanced Nuclear Ready Communities Program
Indiana Governor Mike Braun recently announced the Indiana Advanced Nuclear Ready Communities program, with applications now available online.
MidWest America makes further investment in FWCS
MidWest America Federal Credit Union is further investing in Fort Wayne Community Schools students through a new partnership with FWCS and the FWCS Foundation.
Early In-Person Voting begins today – 10/6/2026
Early in-person voting for the 2026 General Election will be available to all Allen County registered voters beginning October 6, 2026.
Allen County Veteran Stand Down – 10/9/2026
Clothes For Joes will host the 2026 Allen County Veteran Stand Down on October 9, 2026.
FWCS students join National Walk and Roll to School Day – 10/7/2026
Fort Wayne Community Schools will celebrate National Walk and Roll to School Day October 7, 2026, with four schools participating.
Surack Enterprises welcomes new Vice President of Aviation
Surack Enterprises is proud to announce the hiring of Robert Flansburg as Vice President of Aviation.
Allen County Council to reopen 2027 Budget Hearings
At the beginning of the October 7, 2026, Council meeting, County Council will reopen the 2027 Budget Hearings to allow for public comment on any of the budgets under their authority.
FWACC $4 feline adoption fees for “Pick Meowt” October promotion
Today, Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control announced that for a limited time, all cat and kitten adoptions are just $4 with an approved application as part of their “Pick Meowt” October promotion.
Fort Wayne man sentenced for distribution and possession of child pornography
On October 1, 2026, Christopher Koogler was sentenced after pleading guilty to distribution, and possession of child pornography.
Indiana BMV Blackout Plate sales top 380,000 generating nearly $13M
Today, Indiana Governor Mike Braun announced that, just over one year after Indiana launched its Blackout license plate, sales have topped 380,000, generating $12.9 million in additional revenue.
City seeking Trail Volunteer of the Year Award nominations
The City of Fort Wayne is seeking nominations for the 2026 Trail Volunteer of the Year Award.
IDOC Community Gardens feed thousands every year
Indiana Governor Mike Braun is advancing efforts to prepare incarcerated Hoosiers for successful reentry through IDOC Community Gardens.
Traffic Advisory: New traffic signal at Maplecrest and Parrott Roads
The Allen County Highway Department announces that a newly installed traffic signal at the intersection of Maplecrest and Parrott Roads will officially become fully operational on October 15, 2026.
Traffic Alert: Westbound Oxford Street to close Thursday – 10/8/2026
A sewer needs to be repaired across from the entrance to McMillen Park on Oxford Street and will require a lane restriction beginning October 8, 2026.
Traffic Alert: New Haven Avenue to close 10/5/2026
Due to emergency work on the railroad, New Haven Avenue will be fully closed at the railroad tracks, east of South Coliseum Boulevard.
Traffic Alert: Two-lane restriction on Clinton Street – 9/24/2026
City Utilities crews will replace a water valve box on Clinton Street in downtown Fort Wayne, Indiana, on September 24, 2026.
Traffic Alert: Traffic shift on New Haven Avenue – 9/19/2026
Traffic on New Haven Avenue has shifted as crews prepare to work on a ground depression developing in the 5400 block on the north side of the road near an abandoned sewer line.
Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission meeting cancelled – 10/12/2026
The City of Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission meeting scheduled for October 12, 2026, has been changed to October 19, 2026.
City of Fort Wayne SEED Board meeting – 9/17/2026
The Fort Wayne Urban Enterprise Association d/b/a SEED Fort Wayne Board of Directors meets on April 9, 2026.
Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission meeting agenda – 9/14/2026
The Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission meets on Monday, September 14, 2026.
Board of Park Commissioners meeting – 9/10/2026
The Board of Park Commissioners meets Thursday, September 10, 2026.
Economic Development Commission September 2026 meeting cancelled
The City of Fort Wayne Economic Development Commission meeting scheduled for September 17, 2026, has been cancelled.
Downtown Fort Wayne Indiana America 250 fireworks tonight – 7/4/2026
The Fort Wayne TinCaps will be co-hosting tonight's America 250 fireworks display in downtown Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Big Boy Steam Locomotive coming through Fort Wayne Indiana!
The Union Pacific's 4014, the 4-8-8-4 Big Boy steam locomotive, will be travelling through Fort Wayne later this month.
Interview: Early voting, voting centers, and primary election security
Today, we spoke with Amy K. Scrogham who is the Executive Director of the Allen County Election Board about voting in this year's Primary Election on May 5, 2026.
AFW Photos and Videos: $91M neighborhood investment announcement
Video and photos from the news conference held today by Fort Wayne City Utilities.
AFW Photos and Video: Announcement of 2026 Neighborhood Improvement Grants
Photos and video from Today's announcement of the 2026 City of Fort Wayne Neighborhood Improvement Grants.
Latest Election News
Early In-Person Voting begins today – 10/6/2026
Early in-person voting for the 2026 General Election will be available to all Allen County registered voters beginning October 6, 2026.
Right to Life of Northeast Indiana PAC announces 2026 General Election endorsements
The Right to Life of Northeast Indiana Political Action Committee announces its endorsements for the 2026 general election.
Public test of General Election’s electronic voting systems – 9/17/2026
The Allen County Election Board gives notice of public test of the electronic voting systems to be used in the General Election held on November 3, 2026.
Allen County Commissioner 3rd District race recount scheduled
The recount of the Allen County Commissioners 3rd District race has been scheduled.
Allen County Election Board meeting – 7/16/2026
The Allen County Election Board will meet on July 16, 2026.
The meeting will be held in the Rousseau Centre, 1 East Main Street, Suite...
FWPD Update: Arrest made in yesterday’s pedestrian fatality
The Fort Wayne Police Department has arrested Quincy A. English in connection with yesterday's fatal motorcycle vs pedestrian accident.
FWPD: Fatal Pedestrian/Motorcycle Hit-and-Run Accident,
On October 4, 2026, at 19:50 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department responded to a report of a motorcycle versus pedestrian traffic accident near the intersection of Lafayette and Wayne Streets.
FWFD: House Fire, 1400 block Fletcher Avenue
On October 4, 2026, at 0523 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to a house fire in the 1400 block of Fletcher Avenue, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
FWFD: House Fire, 3200 block Solitude Place
On October 2, 2026, at 2234 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to a house fire in the 3200 block of Solitude Place, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Allen County Prosecutor: Charles Calvert found guilty of Murder
An Allen Superior Court jury has found Charles Calvert guilty of Murder in connection with the February 3, 2024, death of Marcia Linsky.