June 28, 2024 - The American traditions of parades, cookouts, and firesworks help us celebrate the summer season, especially out nation's birthday on the Fourth of July. However, fireworks can turn a joyful celebration into a painful memory when children and adults are injured while using fireworks. 

June 28, 2024 - Fireworks may be fun for us; but can be frightening and even dangerous for pets. Summer days, especially the ones in July, are the busiest days for all animal shelters. Many animals are so frightened by the noise and bright flashes of fireworks that they run away and unfortunately,

June 27, 2024 - The City of Fort Wayne’s offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4 in recognition of Independence Day.

There will be no residential garbage or recycling collection on Thursday. The collection schedule will be pushed back one day for the rest of the week.

The City will resume

June 18, 2024 - Trek the Trails is cancelled tonight due to the excessive heat warning.

June 17, 2024 - In order to perform routine maintenance to trail surfaces, Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation will oversee repair and repaving of a quarter mile section of greenway alongside Spy Run Avenue between East State Blvd. and Parnell Avenue on June 19 and 20, 2024. The trail will remain open

June 17, 2024 - Due to the forecast of temperatures reaching the 90’s all week, GFL will begin collecting garbage and recycling on Tuesday approximately one hour earlier than normal, and will continue early collection until the high temperatures subside. The City of Fort Wayne recommends that

June 12, 2024 - The City of Fort Wayne’s offices will be closed on Wednesday, June 19 in recognition of Juneteenth.

There will be no residential garbage or recycling on Wednesday. The collection schedule will be pushed back one day for the rest of the week.

The City will resume regular business

June 12, 2024 - Surprise Dad with an early Father’s Day present and take him to the City of Fort Wayne’s Renaissance Car show on Friday, June 14th, 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. If you want to go all out, dress in patriotic attire for a chance to win a prize for the most patriotically dressed person at the car show.

June 3, 2024 - The Neighborhood Presidents Meeting will take place at 6 p.m. tonight - Monday, June 3 in Room 035 at Citizens Square, 200 E. Berry St.

May 29, 2024 - Beginning Friday, May 31, the intersection of Maplecrest Road and East State Boulevard will be restricted to one lane in each direction while signal crews relocate signal heads in preparation for removal of the concrete pavement beginning Monday, June 3. The intersection of State

May 29, 2024 - Looking for a great way to kick off Father’s Day weekend? Take dad to the City of Fort Wayne’s Renaissance Car show on Friday, June 14th, 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.

This free event will be held at the Renaissance Pointe YMCA, 2323 Bowser Ave., and it’s open to the public. Show cars will have a $10

May 28, 2024 - Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control is hosting two events this week to help the kittens and cats their find homes.

May 21, 2024 - The City of Fort Wayne’s offices will be closed on Monday, May 27 in recognition of Memorial Day.

There will be no residential garbage and recycling collection on Monday. The collection schedule will be pushed back one day for the entire week.

May 17, 2024 - On May 18, City Utilities and Little Rivers Wetlands Project invite you to step into the heart of nature with the Catching Rain Passport Wetlands Tour. 

Explore Fort Wayne's beautiful wetlands and celebrate World Wetlands Month with Free tours that offer fun and education for the

May 7, 2024 - On Friday, May 17, the City of Fort Wayne will celebrate active commuting on Bike to Work Day, in partnership with Fort Wayne Trails, Inc. Leave your car behind and walk, run, bike, or roll into one of four locations for a free, light breakfast, coffee, juice, and more.

April 29, 2024 - BISSELL Pet Foundation, a national animal welfare organization dedicated to ending pet homelessness, is prompting a national call for adoption once again this spring with its “Empty the Shelters” reduced-fee adoption event May 1 – 15. Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control will

April 25, 2024 - Residents are invited to attend an open house for the Northwest Neighborhoods 2035 Plan on Thursday, April 25 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Franklin School Park located at 1903 St Mary’s Avenue. 

April 25, 2024 - Did you find old or unwanted electronics while spring cleaning? The Allen County Department of Environmental Management (ACDEM) is hosting an Electronics Recycling Event on Saturday, May 4th. Allen County residents can bring five electronic items for five dollars to 2911 Meyer

April 24, 2024 – The City of Fort Wayne’s Metropolitan Human Relations Commission and Office of Housing & Neighborhood Services hosted the 2024 Fair Housing Summit today held at the Memorial Coliseum Conference Center, 4000 Parnell Ave.

April 22, 2024 - The swearing in of Sharon Tucker as the new mayor of the City of Fort Wayne will be held on Tuesday, April 23 at 11:30 a.m. at the Clyde Theatre located at 1808 Bluffton Rd. 

The event is open to the public. The event will also be streamed at www.facebook.com/cityoffortwayne for those who cannot