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Fort Wayne TinCaps Transactions: 8/3/2026
The San Diego Padres have made the following Minor League transactions for the Fort Wayne TinCaps.
Traffic Alert: Maumee Avenue lane restriction begin – 8/4/2026
The far-right lane of Maumee Avenue will be restricted for approximately seven blocks between Hanna Street and South Anthony Boulevard as crews replace a water main.
Traffic Alert: Multiple restrictions in the Ardmore/Jefferson/Illinois/Hillegas area this week
Two lane restrictions are scheduled this week as crews continue work on water main improvements in the Westwood Fairway neighborhood and along West Jefferson Boulevard.
Fort Wayne TinCaps announce 2027 regular season schedule
The Fort Wayne TinCaps have released their schedule for the 2027 season, with Opening Day set for Friday, April 2, 2027, against the Lansing Lugnuts.
Mayor Tucker named a Founding Mayor of America the Entrepreneurial
Fort Wayne Indiana Mayor Sharon Tucker today announced that she has joined “America the Entrepreneurial” as a Founding Mayor.
Alex McCoy named Midwest League Player of the Week
Minor League Baseball has announced Fort Wayne TinCaps outfielder Alex McCoy as its Midwest League Player of the Week for July 28 to Aug. 2, 2026.
Fort Wayne TinCaps Calendar: August 4 to 9 vs. West Michigan Whitecaps
The Fort Wayne TinCaps Calendar for August 4 to August 9, 2026, as they face the West Michigan Whitecaps in downtown Fort Wayne, Indiana at Parkview Field.
Metropolitan Human Relations Commission meeting – 8/10/2026
The City of Fort Wayne's Metropolitan Human Relations Commission will meet on August 10, 2026.
True Value named official Home Improvement Partner of Notre Dame Athletics
Today, True Value announced a new sponsorship with Notre Dame Athletics, becoming the Official Home Improvement Partner of Notre Dame Athletics.
Fort Wayne TinCaps and Loons suspended in game two Sunday
Due to poor field conditions, Sunday afternoon’s game two between the Fort Wayne TinCaps and the Great Lakes Loons at Dow Diamond has been suspended in the top of the fifth inning.
TinCaps and Loons suspended on Saturday night
Due to inclement weather, Saturday night’s game between the Fort Wayne TinCaps (44-55, 17-16) and the Great Lakes Loons (55-42, 19-14) at Dow Diamond has been suspended in the bottom of the second inning.
FWPD: Critical Injury Motorcycle Accident, West Jefferson Boulevard and Catalpa Street
On August 1, 2026, at 1204 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department responded to a motorcycle accident at the intersection of West Jefferson Boulevard and Catalpa Street, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Fort Wayne TinCaps ReCap: Fort Wayne 5, Great Lakes 2
The Fort Wayne TinCaps held the Great Lakes Loons to just two hits in a 5-2 win Friday night at Dow Diamond.
Traffic Alert: Fairfield Avenue to partially close through mid-September
A sewer separation project will move forward next week along Fairfield Avenue to address chronic flooding in the Fairfield-Terrace Belmont neighborhood.
National Night Out – 8/4/2026
National Night Out is on August 4, 2026, at Memorial Park in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Third Day 30th Anniversary Tour at Memorial Coliseum – 4/3/2027
Four-time GRAMMY Award-winning band Third Day has announced the second and final leg of its celebrated 30th Anniversary Tour including a stop at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Fort Wayne TinCaps ReCap: Great Lakes 11, Fort Wayne 1
The Fort Wayne TinCaps saw their five-game winning streak come to an end in their 11-1 loss to the Great Lakes Loons at Dow Diamond on Thursday night.
FWFD: Cintas Fire, 3115 Independence Drive
On July 30, 2026, at 1245 hours, the Fort Wayne Fire Department was dispatched to a structure fire at Cintas, 3115 Independence Drive, Fort Wayne, Indiana.
City of Fort Wayne Indiana challenges Aqua Indiana sewer rate request
Fort Wayne City Utilities, on behalf of the City of Fort Wayne, filed to intervene in Aqua Indiana’s request to increase sewer rates before the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission.
Indiana Medicaid will now cover GLP-1 treatments for eligible beneficiaries
Indiana Governor Mike Braun today directed the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration expand access to select GLP-1 medications for eligible Indiana Medicaid members living with obesity.
Grand Opening of the Fort Wayne Lawn Bowls and Fort Wayne Croquet Clubs
The Fort Wayne Curling Club announces the grand opening of a brand new bowling green and the introduction of the Fort Wayne Lawn Bowls Club and the Fort Wayne Croquet Club that will both utilize the green.
Fort Wayne TinCaps ReCap: Fort Wayne 5, Great Lakes 4
The Fort Wayne TinCaps won their fifth-straight game behind a 10-inning, 5-4 victory over the Great Lakes Loons at Dow Diamond in Midland Michigan.
Fort Wayne TinCaps Transactions: 7/29/2026
The San Diego Padres have made the following Minor League transactions for the Fort Wayne TinCaps.
FWPD: Exposure Arrest, 5311 Coldwater Road
On July 21, 2026, at 1330 hours, the Fort Wayne Police Department responded to the Walmart at 5311 Coldwater Road, regarding a report of a male exposing himself in the parking lot.
Celebrate the new school year at the FWCS Back-to-School Block Party – 8/1/2026
Families are invited to celebrate the start of a new school year at the annual FWCS Back-to-School Block Party.
MAKE IT DOWNTOWN plan kicks off public engagement – 8/28 and 8/29/2026
Today, Fort Wayne leaders unveiled the website, logo and public engagement efforts for Make It Downtown, Fort Wayne Indiana’s ten-year strategic plan.
Fort Wayne TinCaps ReCap: Fort Wayne 5, Great Lakes 2
The Fort Wayne TinCaps struck early in their 5-2 series-opening win at Dow Diamond on Tuesday night against the Great Lakes Loons.
Prosecutor’s statement on the death of Tayshawn Amere Ross
Statement from the Allen County Prosecuting Attorney's office on the death of 10 year old Tayshawn Amere Ross.
Allen County Coroner: 2026 21st Allen County Homicide
The Allen County Coroner has identified Tayshawn Amere Ross as the 21st Allen County Homicide in 2026.
Traffic Alert: Spy Run Avenue restrictions continue tomorrow – 7/29/2026
Lane restrictions will continue Wednesday, July 29, on Spy Run Avenue between Fourth and Elizabeth streets in Fort Wayne, Indiana.