July 20, 2018 - As a precaution, City Utilities has placed pumps in neighborhoods prone to have high water during heaving rain events. With weather forecasters calling for more than 2.5 inches of rain overnight, pumps are set and will be turned on if needed, at the following locations: 

July 20, 2018 - Today marked the successful completion of the Lifetime Sports Academy’s 21st summer with more than 1,000 participants this year and a total of 27,961 participants over the last 21 years. Group lessons in the lifetime sports of golf, tennis and swimming were offered to boys and girls, ages 7 – 18. Lessons focused on skill development.

Each year, the Parks and Recreation Department provides certified coaching and highly trained professionals who direct lessons in swimming, tennis and golf. Offering instruction in three sports has been a successful formula throughout the years. The Lifetime Sport Academy has developed a solid reputation and attracts a huge number of kids each summer.

July 19, 2018 -  Leaders from the City of Fort Wayne, City of New Haven, Allen County Public Library, Fort Wayne-Allen County Airport Authority, Fort Wayne Community Schools, East Allen County Schools, Fort Wayne Public Transportation Corp. (Citilink), community leaders, and neighborhood advocates came together today at Fort Wayne Mayor Tom Henry’s office to voice concerns about a proposal that could negatively affect services provided to the public and schools and increase taxes for some homeowners.

July 17, 2018 - Fort Wayne UNITED is providing a wonderful opportunity for those looking for employment. On Saturday, July 21, 7 – 10 pm, several area employers will be available during Fort Wayne UNITED’s Late Night Basketball League to share information about positions they have available. Job Fair attendees who schedule an interview will be invited to meet with Fort Wayne UNITED before their appointment to receive one-on-one interview preparation tips and free attire to wear during the interview.

July 17, 2018 - Temporary decorative LED lighting is now brightening the underside of the Norfolk-Southern overpass that crosses Barr Street just north of Freimann Square.

Three types of lighting have been installed and each can be programmed in a variety of color combinations. The lighting company, CM Buck and Associates, is loaning the lighting to the City of Fort Wayne and the Public Works Division installed it. If the lighting performs well, and there is positive feedback from residents, the City will consider purchasing it.