August 11, 2020 - The Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department officially unveiled the new covered walking bridge at Salomon Farm Park on Tuesday morning. Parks and Recreation Director Steve McDaniel and the family of the late Don Wolf cut the ribbon on the new structure, which is located on the south side of Salomon Farm Park, near Till Road.

August 10, 2020 - Registration is now open for the virtual 2020 Fair Housing Summit: Exposing Housing Discrimination, which features Tim Wise, one of the nation’s most prominent anti-racist educators and authors. Wise has written seven highly acclaimed books, including his memoir, "White Like Me: Reflections on Race from a Privileged Son" and "Dear White America: Letter to a New Minority."

August 7, 2020 - You're on a bike ride and approach an intersection with a pedestrian signal and push button. In order to get a green light and pedestrian signal, you have to ride over to the pole, usually, get off your bike to push it, and wait for the light to turn green. Well, it's not magic, but through technology, that's about to change.

A new app called GiveMeGreen! links to traffic signals through a smartphone.

The technology senses when a cyclist is within 300-feet of an intersection and sends a signal to change the light to green. The rider gets a notice via text or vibration that their approach is received.

August 6, 2020 - Leaders are tasked with making difficult, sometimes unpopular decisions.

As I near the completion of my 13th year as mayor, I've certainly had my share of ups and downs. But, thanks to residents, businesses and other elected officials, we've been able to revitalize our downtown, build stronger neighborhoods, provide unique quality-of-life amenities and place an emphasis on being the safest city possible.

No matter the situation, we've always come through stronger and more committed, moving ourselves forward with hope and optimism.

August 5, 2020 - Fort Wayne Mayor Tom Henry announced today that the City of Fort Wayne is working with Brightpoint to help local small businesses survive and thrive during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The City’s Office of Housing & Neighborhood Services is investing $300,000 to create a Small Business Emergency Relief Program that will be administered by Brightpoint. The funds are part of a $1.7 million one-time allocation provided by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development as part of the CARES Act.

August 5, 2020 - The Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department is still accepting registrations for after-school programs at the three Community Youth Centers: Weisser Park, Jennings, and Cooper Centers. The programs begin Thursday, August 13, in conjunction with the beginning of the Fort Wayne Community Schools academic year, and will be held Monday-Thursday afternoons from 3 – 7 p.m. and Fridays 3 – 5 p.m. when school is in session. Students must be registered to participate.

August 4, 2020 - The comprehensive Goshen Avenue improvement project moves to a new phase this Thursday, August 6. That's when Sherman Boulevard and the roundabout that connects Sherman, Goshen and Irene Avenue will open to traffic.   

August 4, 2020 - Whether from willful dumping or from debris being blown into our streets and ditches during storms, litter is visible throughout the community. The annual Great American Cleanup™ community event is essential to keeping Fort Wayne beautiful.