Public safety at forefront of COVID-19 response

Local leaders highlight how Fort Wayne and Allen County public safety divisions are at the forefront of the local response to COVID-19.

What’s happening in the Parks

The following Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation events and programs are happening the week of July 13, 2020.

Johnnie Mae Farm: Free gardening class

Johnnie Mae Farm offering a free online gardening class on Thursday.

Citizens Square & Rousseau Centre to remain closed

Citizens Square and the Rousseau Centre will remain closed to the public through at least the end of the month.

FWACC Adoption Center closing

Fort Wayne Animal Care & Control is temporarily closing its adoption center starting March 25, 2020.
Seal of Allen County

Commissioners’ on the passing of Sgt. Cox

The Allen County Board of Commissioners released the following statement upon learning of the passing of Sgt. Joseph Cox of the Allen County Sheriff's Office.
Friends of the River Canal Boat

Canal Boat to return to Fort Wayne

Friends of the Rivers today announced a new river amenity - 54-foot canal boat will be coming to the downtown rivers this summer.
Filling the old swimming hole.

Filling in the old swimming hole

The East Swinney Park Pool has been removed. The space will be filled in and turned into green space according to Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation officials.
City of Fort Wayne seal

City Utilities nationally recognized

This past week, the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies honored Fort Wayne City Utilities with the Platinum Award for Excellence in Utility Management.

Weisser Park Youth Center closed

Due to unforeseen circumstances, Weisser Park Youth Center is closed for the day.