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Indiana GOP Chairwoman Lana Keesling resigns
Indiana Republican Party Chairwoman Lana Keesling has resigned her position with the party effective today.
Foellinger Foundation announces Leadership Awards nominees
Foellinger Foundation is pleased to announce that 46 nonprofit leaders have been nominated for the 2026 Leadership Awards.
Help provide 610 Thanksgiving Turkeys to local families
The Franciscan Center remains committed to one mission: ensuring that no family on Fort Wayne's southeast side goes without a Thanksgiving meal.
The Spire: Wounded Veterans Memorial Dedication Ceremony
Today, the City of Fort Wayne held a public ceremony to dedicate The Spire: Wounded Veterans Memorial.
The Salvation Army and American Electric Power to distribute free home weatherization kits at food pantry
The Salvation Army of Fort Wayne, in partnership with American Electric Power, will provide free home weatherization kits to families visiting its food pantry while supplies last.
Neighborhood infrastructure projects receive approval at City Council
Two projects totaling nearly $552,000 and led by the City of Fort Wayne’s Public Works Division received final approval from City Council this evening.
Oxford Streetscape Project preparation work begins
Initial work on the Oxford Streetscape project is beginning this week and will continue throughout the next two weeks.
Housing affordability and availability in Fort Wayne Indiana increased
Indiana Governor Mike Braun is creating more housing at a reasonable price for Indiana’s workforce, particularly first-time buyers, in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
LegacyOne Inc. breaks ground on Victory Gardens in Southeast Fort Wayne Indiana
Today, LegacyOne Inc. broke ground on Victory Gardens, a planned 74-home, owner-occupied community in southeast Fort Wayne Indiana’s Tillman–Hessen Cassel Corridor.
Allen County Government offices closed on Veterans Day – 11/11/2026
On November 11, 2026, most Allen County Government offices will be closed to observe Veterans Day.
22nd annual Christmas on Broadway – 11/20/2026
Fort Wayne’s gateway to the holiday season, “Christmas on Broadway,” returns November 20, 2026.
Fort Wayne Village Marketplace supports Shop Local for the holidays – 11/13-14/2026
The Fort Wayne Village Marketplace holiday shopping event will be at the PSM Fieldhouse on November 13th and 14th, 2026.
Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Aquatics Team receives 2026 Gold International Aquatics Safety Award
Jeff Ellis & Associates Inc. has awarded the Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Aquatics Team the 2026 Gold International Aquatics Safety Award.
“Sparked at Inspire” neighborhood grants awarded
The City of Fort Wayne’s Department of Neighborhoods and the Indiana Michigan Power Foundation has awarded 12 “Sparked at Inspire” micro-grants for up to $1500 each.
Parkview Health completes acquisition of Ovation Healthcare
Parkview Health has finalized its acquisition of Ovation Healthcare.
Wellspring Interfaith Social Services announces Child’s Full Plate Initiative
As the holiday season approaches, Wellspring Interfaith Social Services is working to ensure that children in our community have access to nutritious meals when school is out for winter break.
Purple Heart recipient And U.S. Army combat veteran Danielle Green to speak – 11/18/2026
The Northeast Indiana Base Community Council is proud to welcome Danielle Green, U.S. Army combat veteran, Purple Heart recipient, and Pat Tillman Award for Service honoree, as the featured keynote speaker for its upcoming Luncheon Speaker Series on Wednesday, November 18, 2026.
Breaking Benjamin Tour to stop at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum – 2/19/2027
The Breaking Benjamin tour will stop in Fort Wayne, Indiana, at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum on February 19, 2027.
A Grande Christmas brings holiday music and sing-along fun to the Embassy Theatre – 12/18/2026
The holiday season will come alive with the sounds of Christmas at the Embassy Theatre's A Grande Christmas on December 18, 2026.
City of Fort Wayne Indiana offices to be closed for Veterans Day – 11/11/2026
The City of Fort Wayne’s offices will be closed on November 11, 2026, in recognition of Veterans Day.
Statement: Indiana Governor Mike Braun on Indiana General Assembly leadership change
Statement from Indiana Governor Mike Braun: Eager to tackle affordability with newly elected Indiana General Assembly leadership.
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita issues statement following midterm elections
Attorney General Todd Rokita today issued the following statement regarding the 2026 midterm elections.
Indiana Gas Tax Holiday extended another month
Today, Governor Mike Braun signed executive orders to prioritize affordability, extending Indiana's energy emergency.
Guitars for Vets and Sweetwater’s Gear Exchange turn donated instruments into healing for Veterans
Guitars for Vets, the national nonprofit that teaches guitar to Veterans living with PTSD and other service-related trauma, and Gear Exchange, Sweetwater’s marketplace for used gear are providing healing for Veterans.
Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission Executive Session notice – 11/6/2026
The Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission will meet in closed Executive Session on November 6, 2026.
Allen County receives $27.8M+ for next stage in Scott Road rail crossing improvement
Allen County has received the total grant amount it requested from the Federal Rail Administration Railroad Crossing Elimination grant program in the amount of $27,878,116.
Fort Wayne Economic Development Commission November 2026 meeting cancelled
The City of Fort Wayne Economic Development Commission meeting scheduled for November 19, 2026, has been cancelled.
Statement: Indiana Governor Mike Braun denies clemency for Jeffrey Weisheit
Statement from Indiana Governor Mike Braun on the Indiana Parole Board's recommendation to deny clemency for Jeffrey Weisheit.
ISP joins 15-state interdiction effort to disrupt criminal transportation routes
The Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division of the Indiana State Police recently concluded its participation in "Operation Guardian."
Leaf collection kicks-off in the north part of Fort Wayne Indiana
Today, Fort Wayne Street Commissioner Brian Shimkus and Public Works Director Shan Gunawardena kicked off the first week of annual leaf collection in the City of Fort Wayne.