July 19, 2024 - The Lifetime Sports Academy successfully wrapped up today with a fun day and award ceremony at McMillen Park for kids and parents. More than 900 participants in 2024 and over 32,200 since its inception, developed skills in the lifetime sports of golf, tennis and swimming. Group lessons

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July 16, 2024 - The City of Fort Wayne will install a new traffic signal at the intersection of West State and Sherman boulevards from 8-11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 17.

There will not be a detour for traffic, but the traffic signal will be out while the work takes place. The Traffic Operations

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July 5, 2024 - The City of Fort Wayne invites the public to attend a public open-house to view plans for the Leesburg Road and Main Street Roundabout Project, including the Wounded Veterans Memorial Monument. The project will include ADA compliant sidewalks, urban street design with curb and

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Fireworks tips

  • Keep your pets inside the house, where they are safe and comfortable
  • Place curtains over any windows to minimize the visual stimulation
  • Play calming music, white noise, or Animal Planet on the TV.
  • Give your pets enrichment and their favorite toys so they can keep their minds busy and not focused
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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,

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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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

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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

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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

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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.