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I think this brings #FortWayne Indiana's (reported) #DeathToll Count by #Homicide to 17 deaths as of July 5, 2026 to17 deaths, so far this year.

Fort Wayne police say 2 dead after shootings that left 9 others injured Sunday
(July 5, 2026) https://archive.is/bLb7i - The Journal Gazette

https://www.journalgazette.net/local/police-fire/fort-wayne-police-say-2-dead-after-shootings-that-left-9-others-injured-sunday/article_a1a2023c-8e9f-4833-9358-999fca5791ee.html

In the last several years Fort Wayne Indiana typically has 30-40 deaths that are reported due to a homicide.

🚔 FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - FWDP is investigating a 3 a.m. shooting on Oliver St that killed one person and left multiple others hurt early Sunday morning. https://www.21alivenews.com/2026/07/05/one-dead-nine-injured-early-morning-shooting-oliver-street-fort-wayne/

Police are also investigating a separate shooting that left one man dead around 3 a.m. Sunday at the Shell gas station along Broadway, near Electric Works. https://www.21alivenews.com/2026/07/05/fwpd-man-dead-following-overnight-shooting-fort-wayne-gas-station/

#FortWayne #News #DeadlyShooting #Homicide #Crime #FWPD #ShootingIncident #Investigation #SurveillanceVideo #CrimeStoppers

Coney Island legacy recognized by National Geographic Magazine
https://www.wane.com/news/local-news/coney-island-legacy-recognized-by-national-geographic/ (Wayne15)

National Geographic: 'The surprising history behind America's longest running hot dog stand' - https://archive.is/8kGtK (July 2, 2026)

#FortWayne #SummitCity #ConeyIsland #Hotdog #ConeyDog #SecretSauce #NationalGeographic #Midwest #America #HotDogStyle #Hoosier #History #Indiana #Iconic #Nostalgia #HotDogStand

(Print copy of National Geographic story on Ft Wayne's Coney Island)

Coney Island legacy recognized by National Geographic Magazine
https://www.wane.com/news/local-news/coney-island-legacy-recognized-by-national-geographic/ (Wayne15)

National Geographic: 'The surprising history behind America's longest running hot dog stand' - https://archive.is/8kGtK (July 2, 2026)

#FortWayne #SummitCity #ConeyIsland #Hotdog #ConeyDog #SecretSauce #NationalGeographic #Midwest #America #HotDogStyle #Hoosier #History #Indiana #Iconic #Nostalgia #HotDogStand

(Print copy of National Geographic story on Ft Wayne's Coney Island)

FYI: Fort Wayne Newspaper news (story) article on June 26th 2026.

https://archive.is/4vcCr

News Article: 'Flock may be useful today, but council must manage its future' - The Journal Gazette Editorial Board Jun 26, 2026

"(City/debating) ...public safety technology ecosystem that can combine plate readers, audio detection and fixed video."

#FortWayne #Newspaper #JournalGazette #Flock #DeFlock #ALPR #Privacy #Rights #CityCouncil #Vote #July14 #Transparency

It's gonna be hot! 🌡️

The heatwave will kickoff on Monday and last through Friday. Thanks to feels like temperatures ranging from 100-105° each afternoon...
https://www.21alivenews.com/2026/06/27/first-alert-forecast-80s-sunday-heatwave-starts-next-week/

First Alert Weather issued for Monday through Friday. These are the days where the heat could impact your schedule, and for some people, will impact their health.

#FortWayne #Midwest #Hot #HeatWave #Swim #Pool #SplashPad #StayCool #Heat #CheckOnOldPeople #ColdDrinks #Electrolytes #Fan

🔥15 FURY ALERT DAYS ISSUED DUE TO EXTREME HEAT!

"...a peak heat index of 105º or greater, which is the criteria for a 15 Fury Alert Day." https://www.wane.com/top-stories/15-fury-alert-days-issued-due-to-extreme-heat/ 6/30 & 7/1 2026

"getting as hot as 105°" he says. When is 94 105°? Back in the day we reported the real temperature because we were real men! 😆

#FortWayne #Hot #FuryAlert #News15 #HeatIndex #HeatAlert #FeelsLike #Forecast #HeatWarning #Indiana #MidWest #News

The Plant Medic: Water sprayer, aromatic plants among ways to keep cats out of garden | Living https://www.allforgardening.com/1839137/the-plant-medic-water-sprayer-aromatic-plants-among-ways-to-keep-cats-out-of-garden-living/ #FortWayne #garden #growing #plants #RickyKemery #yard

The Plant Medic: Water sprayer, aromatic plants among ways to keep cats out of garden | Living https://www.allforgardening.com/1839137/the-plant-medic-water-sprayer-aromatic-plants-among-ways-to-keep-cats-out-of-garden-living/ #FortWayne #garden #growing #plants #RickyKemery #yard

Electric Works announces partnership with events management group. Four-Thirty Venue Group will serve as Electric Works’ event organizer and sales.

To see calendar and learn more about upcoming campus events, visit the Electric Works website: https://fortwayneelectricworks.com/events/

https://www.wane.com/top-stories/electric-works-announces-partnership-with-events-management-group/

#FortWayne #GE #ElectricWorks #District #EventsDirectorOfSales #EC

How many runways can you see for Fort Wayne International airport (USA) ? : The answer is on https://www.bigorre.org/aero/meteo/kfwa/en #fortwayneinternationalairport #airport #fortwayne #usa #kfwa #fwa #aviation #avgeek vl

Fort Wayne & Local Area 2026 Fireworks Shows:

• Patriotic Pops Parkview Field — June 27
• Fort Wayne IN — July 4
• Columbia City — July 3
• Blue Lake Churubusco — July 5
• Bixler Lake Kendallville — July 4
• Huntington IN — July 4
• Salamonie Summer Festival — July 3-5
• Markle — July 4
• Winona Lake — July 3
• Angola IN — July 4
• Crooked Lake — July 4
• Lake Wawasee — July 4

#FortWayne #Indiana #4thOfJuly #FourthOfJuly #Fireworks #250th #Celebration #IndependenceDay #EC #CalendarOfEvents

Fort Wayne - Lindenwood Cemetery
https://www.acgsi.org/genweb//cemeteries/lindenwood-cemetery-of-allen-county-indiana.html

#FortWayne #Indiana #Lindenwood #Cemetery #History #LocalHistory

Fort Wayne - Lindenwood Cemetery
https://www.acgsi.org/genweb//cemeteries/lindenwood-cemetery-of-allen-county-indiana.html

#FortWayne #Indiana #Lindenwood #Cemetery #History #LocalHistory

'Lindenwood Cemetery: Fort Wayne'

Book by Randy Harter & Dan Baker, discuss history behind this distinguished landmark & their new book w/ WBOI’s Julia Meek:

(Transcript) https://www.wboi.org/arts-culture/2026-06-17/a-fresh-new-look-at-citys-landmark-cemetery

. most historic cemetery, It's such a beautiful place
. show the variety, styles, & types of headstones
. unmarked graves
. everybody, everyone's welcome! [all chuckle]

#FortWayne #Indiana #Lindenwood #Cemetery #History #LocalHistory

'Lindenwood Cemetery: Fort Wayne'

Book by Randy Harter & Dan Baker, discuss history behind this distinguished landmark & their new book w/ WBOI’s Julia Meek:

(Transcript) https://www.wboi.org/arts-culture/2026-06-17/a-fresh-new-look-at-citys-landmark-cemetery

. most historic cemetery, It's such a beautiful place
. show the variety, styles, & types of headstones
. unmarked graves
. everybody, everyone's welcome! [all chuckle]

#FortWayne #Indiana #Lindenwood #Cemetery #History #LocalHistory

@MLNow Fort Wayne City Council will vote on July 14th to continue or stop the Flock partnership here in Fort Wayne.

Here is the link to the DE-FLOCK FORT WAYNE'S PETITION:

https://flockblockindiana.my.canva.site/

Please help and sign the petition to Stop Flock. Please also share the link to the petition. There is only a couple weeks before the vote. - Thanks

#DeFlock #FortWayne #AllenCounty #Indiana #Flock #Petition #Privacy #Rights #CityCouncil #Vote #StopFlock #ALPR #PublicSurveillance

@MLNow Fort Wayne City Council will vote on July 14th to continue or stop the Flock partnership here in Fort Wayne.

Here is the link to the DE-FLOCK FORT WAYNE'S PETITION:

https://flockblockindiana.my.canva.site/

Please help and sign the petition to Stop Flock. Please also share the link to the petition. There is only a couple weeks before the vote. - Thanks

#DeFlock #FortWayne #AllenCounty #Indiana #Flock #Petition #Privacy #Rights #CityCouncil #Vote #StopFlock #ALPR #PublicSurveillance

Fort Wayne City Council will vote on July 14th to continue or stop the Flock partnership here in Fort Wayne.

Here is the link to the DE-FLOCK FORT WAYNE'S PETITION:

https://flockblockindiana.my.canva.site/

Please help and sign the petition to Stop Flock. Please also share the link to the petition. There is only a couple weeks before the vote. - Thanks

#DeFlock #FortWayne #AllenCounty #Indiana #Flock #Petition #Privacy #Rights #CityCouncil #Vote #StopFlock #ALPR #PublicSurveillance

Fort Wayne City Council will vote on July 14th to continue or stop the Flock partnership here in Fort Wayne.

Here is the link to the DE-FLOCK FORT WAYNE'S PETITION:

https://flockblockindiana.my.canva.site/

Please help and sign the petition to Stop Flock. Please also share the link to the petition. There is only a couple weeks before the vote. - Thanks

#DeFlock #FortWayne #AllenCounty #Indiana #Flock #Petition #Privacy #Rights #CityCouncil #Vote #StopFlock #ALPR #PublicSurveillance

📰 Fort Wayne City Council discusses controversial partnership with Flock Safety https://www.21alivenews.com/2026/06/17/fort-wayne-city-council-discusses-controversial-partnership-with-flock-safety/

⚠️ Flock claims that their products are not used for public surveillance. When in fact that is exactly what they do! 👀

📆 Fort Wayne City Council will vote on July 14th to continue or stop the Flock partnership in Fort Wayne.

#FortWayne #AllenCounty #Indiana #CityCouncil #Flock #Vote #Privacy #Rights #DeFlock #PoliceState #Orwellian #PublicSurveillance #ICE

Fort Wayne man accused of selling kosher salt to undercover officer, claiming it was meth' - Only in Allen County! 🧂🔗 🚔

https://www.21alivenews.com/2026/06/16/fort-wayne-man-accused-selling-kosher-salt-undercover-officer-claiming-it-was-meth/

Now that was a Kosher Deal. - Just Say NO to Salt! (I use Nu-Salt)

#FortWayne #AllenCounty #NoSalt #BadDeal #FWPD #KosherDealer

Fort Wayne man accused of selling kosher salt to undercover officer, claiming it was meth' - Only in Allen County! 🧂🔗 🚔

https://www.21alivenews.com/2026/06/16/fort-wayne-man-accused-selling-kosher-salt-undercover-officer-claiming-it-was-meth/

Now that was a Kosher Deal. - Just Say NO to Salt! (I use Nu-Salt)

#FortWayne #AllenCounty #NoSalt #BadDeal #FWPD #KosherDealer

Father’s Day in the Garden returns this weekend https://www.allforgardening.com/1824598/fathers-day-in-the-garden-returns-this-weekend/ #AllenCounty #BotanicalConservatory #Father'sDay #FortWayne #garden

Father’s Day in the Garden returns this weekend https://www.allforgardening.com/1824598/fathers-day-in-the-garden-returns-this-weekend/ #AllenCounty #BotanicalConservatory #Father'sDay #FortWayne #garden

Flock Safety officials, police to talk license plate readers at Fort Wayne City Council - The Journal Gazette

https://www.journalgazette.net/local/local-government/flock-safety-officials-police-to-talk-license-plate-readers-at-fort-wayne-city-council/article_39e8ea14-1330-4f94-aa3e-c9d9c00efe67.html

archive.today: https://archive.is/N6OFt

Concerns have focused on the level of surveillance, how the data will be used, a lack of public visibility to audit how the program is used and what agencies can access the information.

#FortWayne #Flock #CityCouncil #CityOfFortWayne #Public #Privacy #Rights #Surveillance #ALPR #Audit #TaxPayers #PoliceState

Flock Safety officials, police to talk license plate readers at Fort Wayne City Council - The Journal Gazette

https://www.journalgazette.net/local/local-government/flock-safety-officials-police-to-talk-license-plate-readers-at-fort-wayne-city-council/article_39e8ea14-1330-4f94-aa3e-c9d9c00efe67.html

archive.today: https://archive.is/N6OFt

Concerns have focused on the level of surveillance, how the data will be used, a lack of public visibility to audit how the program is used and what agencies can access the information.

#FortWayne #Flock #CityCouncil #CityOfFortWayne #Public #Privacy #Rights #Surveillance #ALPR #Audit #TaxPayers #PoliceState

Allen County Sheriff’s Department details Flock camera policies as Huntertown councilman raises concerns - https://www.wane.com/top-stories/allen-county-sheriffs-department-details-flock-camera-policies-as-huntertown-councilman-raises-concerns/

“Are we going to continually have our rights eroded for the act of public safety?” Seifert asked. “I want us to live within the Constitution..."

#FortWayne #Huntertown #AllenCounty #Indiana #Councilman #Transperancy #Flock #Rights #Privacy #Constitution #INDOT

Allen County Sheriff’s Department details Flock camera policies as Huntertown councilman raises concerns - https://www.wane.com/top-stories/allen-county-sheriffs-department-details-flock-camera-policies-as-huntertown-councilman-raises-concerns/

“Are we going to continually have our rights eroded for the act of public safety?” Seifert asked. “I want us to live within the Constitution..."

#FortWayne #Huntertown #AllenCounty #Indiana #Councilman #Transperancy #Flock #Rights #Privacy #Constitution #INDOT

FWPD explains protocol following viral video of man kicked out of Arab Fest: https://www.wane.com/news/local-news/fwpd-explains-protocol-following-viral-video-of-man-kicked-out-of-arab-fest/

"...the right to free speech does not give a person the right to remain in a rented event space after the event organizer has directed that person to leave," according to the release. 'The officer was acting on behalf of the event organizer’s request that the individual leave the rented event area.”

#FortWayne #FWPD #Peace #Heritage #Culture #Festival #Event

FWPD explains protocol following viral video of man kicked out of Arab Fest: https://www.wane.com/news/local-news/fwpd-explains-protocol-following-viral-video-of-man-kicked-out-of-arab-fest/

"...the right to free speech does not give a person the right to remain in a rented event space after the event organizer has directed that person to leave," according to the release. 'The officer was acting on behalf of the event organizer’s request that the individual leave the rented event area.”

#FortWayne #FWPD #Peace #Heritage #Culture #Festival #Event

Hype for the Future 222H: Fort Wayne, Indiana

https://novatopflex.wordpress.com/2026/06/10/hype-for-the-future-222h-fort-wayne-indiana/

Hype for the Future 222H: Fort Wayne, Indiana

https://novatopflex.wordpress.com/2026/06/10/hype-for-the-future-222h-fort-wayne-indiana/

Fort Wayne City Council will vote on July 14th to continue or stop the Flock partnership here in Fort Wayne.

Here is the link to the DE-FLOCK FORT WAYNE'S PETITION:

https://flockblockindiana.my.canva.site/

Please help and sign the petition to Stop Flock. Please also share the link to the petition. There is only a couple weeks before the vote. - Thanks

#DeFlock #FortWayne #AllenCounty #Indiana #Flock #Petition #Privacy #Rights #CityCouncil #Vote #StopFlock #ALPR #PublicSurveillance

Fort Wayne City Council will vote on July 14th to continue or stop the Flock partnership here in Fort Wayne.

Here is the link to the DE-FLOCK FORT WAYNE'S PETITION:

https://flockblockindiana.my.canva.site/

Please help and sign the petition to Stop Flock. Please also share the link to the petition. There is only a couple weeks before the vote. - Thanks

#DeFlock #FortWayne #AllenCounty #Indiana #Flock #Petition #Privacy #Rights #CityCouncil #Vote #StopFlock #ALPR #PublicSurveillance

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — A newly formed group is organizing opposition to Fort Wayne’s Flock camera network ahead of a key City Council vote that will determine whether the Fort Wayne Police Department can continue funding the program. https://www.wane.com/news/local-news/new-group-launces-campaign-against-fort-wayne-flock-cameras-ahead-of-july-council-vote/

#FortWayne #Indiana #DeFlock #Privacy #Rights #PoliceState #FWPD

FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — A newly formed group is organizing opposition to Fort Wayne’s Flock camera network ahead of a key City Council vote that will determine whether the Fort Wayne Police Department can continue funding the program. https://www.wane.com/news/local-news/new-group-launces-campaign-against-fort-wayne-flock-cameras-ahead-of-july-council-vote/

#FortWayne #Indiana #DeFlock #Privacy #Rights #PoliceState #FWPD

Union Pacific "Big Boy" Locomotive makes its way to Fort Wayne. https://www.wane.com/news/local-news/track-the-big-boy-locomotive-as-it-makes-its-way-to-fort-wayne/

Big Boy is making the historic coast-to-coast tour in celebration of the United States of America’s 250th birthday.

Track Big Boy making route on the Union Pacific website. https://www.up.com/about-us/history/steam/track

#FortWayne #Indiana #Train #Railroad #History #LocalNews

Union Pacific "Big Boy" Locomotive makes its way to Fort Wayne. https://www.wane.com/news/local-news/track-the-big-boy-locomotive-as-it-makes-its-way-to-fort-wayne/

Big Boy is making the historic coast-to-coast tour in celebration of the United States of America’s 250th birthday.

Track Big Boy making route on the Union Pacific website. https://www.up.com/about-us/history/steam/track

#FortWayne #Indiana #Train #Railroad #History #LocalNews

Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita on Tuesday warned Hoosier businesses knowingly employing unauthorized workers that, come July 1, he’ll act on federally compiled lists of suspected violators.

https://www.21alivenews.com/2026/06/03/indiana-attorney-general-readies-new-immigration-biz-enforcement-powers/ (21 Alive News)

#FortWayne #Indiana #Hoosiers #AttorneyGeneral #News #Immigration #Illegals #ICE #ICEEnforcement #IllegalAliens

City of Fort Wayne Police Activity Log:

Link - https://policeactivitylog.acfw.net/

You can search by Location on a drop down menu, the Address, or Nature (type of activity reported.)

#FortWayne #Police #FWPD #ActivityLog #CallLog #CrimeReport

City of Fort Wayne Police Activity Log:

Link - https://policeactivitylog.acfw.net/

You can search by Location on a drop down menu, the Address, or Nature (type of activity reported.)

#FortWayne #Police #FWPD #ActivityLog #CallLog #CrimeReport

#PhotoMonday #FotoMontag #FortWayne

#PhotoMonday #FotoMontag #FortWayne

@Lazarou

Here is a followup news story by 21 Alive News FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA)

https://www.21alivenews.com/2026/05/23/family-woman-who-died-after-tim-hortons-altercation-continues-push-answers-transparency-with-protest-downtown-fort-wayne/

'Family of woman who died after Tim Hortons altercation continues to push for answers, transparency with protest in downtown Fort Wayne'

#News #FortWayne #Indiana #TimHortons #FWPD #AllenCounty #WrongfulDeath #Video #SurveillanceFootage #Transparency

@Lazarou

Here is a followup news story by 21 Alive News FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA)

https://www.21alivenews.com/2026/05/23/family-woman-who-died-after-tim-hortons-altercation-continues-push-answers-transparency-with-protest-downtown-fort-wayne/

'Family of woman who died after Tim Hortons altercation continues to push for answers, transparency with protest in downtown Fort Wayne'

#News #FortWayne #Indiana #TimHortons #FWPD #AllenCounty #WrongfulDeath #Video #SurveillanceFootage #Transparency

They extended this "Dora Zone" last year to cover the new 'Electric Works' District of the old GE plant. It stretches from Promenade Park to Parkview Ball Field and then over to Electric Works. It's sure to cover all the new condos built downtown! - I've heard New Haven has something similar. #DORA #Headwaters #PromenadePark #ParkviewField #ElectricWorks #WellsStreet #TheLanding #PearlStreet #CommunityCenter #FreimannSquare #Downtown #FortWayne

They extended this "Dora Zone" last year to cover the new 'Electric Works' District of the old GE plant. It stretches from Promenade Park to Parkview Ball Field and then over to Electric Works. It's sure to cover all the new condos built downtown! - I've heard New Haven has something similar. #DORA #Headwaters #PromenadePark #ParkviewField #ElectricWorks #WellsStreet #TheLanding #PearlStreet #CommunityCenter #FreimannSquare #Downtown #FortWayne

I first heard the term "Dora Zone" last year during Fort Wayne's 'Zombie Walk' which is mostly geared toward childrens' activities. I thought it was Dora the Explorer, the character from the animated children's television series. - lol

- It's actually a designated adult beverage drinking zone that allows one to have an open container in public & be in compliance with FTW City ordinances! - https://downtownfortwayne.com/dora/

#FortWayne #Downtown #CityOrdinance #DORA #DrinkingZone

If you're reaction to an old lady waving her hands in your face is like this then you're a fucking nutter. And the other staff then join in?!

https://youtu.be/0k6uu7aJM2U

#AnitaGrayson #TomHortons #Whiteness #USCrime #FortWayne

Three Tom Hortons Employees allegedly beat a 75 year old Black Woman to death but don't worry, service is still provided at the side window.

...what the fuck is this?! 😡

https://www.wane.com/news/local-news/altercation-at-tim-hortons-precedes-womans-death-fwpd/

#TimHortons #FortWayne #AnitaGrayson #Whiteness #Rascism #WhiteNationalism #USpol #USPolitics #AnitaGrayson #BLM

Fort Wayne’s charming kitty curators of used books

One perk of loving to visit independent bookstores is every now and then you get the added bonus of meeting the resident cat(s) who live and/or work there. As everyone knows, cats in a store are the true brains of the operation and they stay there to make sure their human subjects follow all store policies to the letter.

Recently, on a day trip to Hyde Brothers Booksellers in Fort Wayne, Indiana, we were treated to just such a welcome by their kitty curators, Scout and Sherlock.

These two oh-so-adorable cats are brother (Sherlock) and sister (Scout) from the same litter. They are 12 years old and definitely the official rulers of the roost.

Scout was striking a restful pose on her cushy ottoman throne in the Literary aisle, while Sherlock was roaming and relaxing in the History aisle. Scout was immediately endearing to us newcomers by allowing us to softly rub her ears and pet her head, as well as give her a kitty back massage. Well-placed chairs on either side of her royal daybed were at perfect petting level for guests to bestow homage upon Scout, while deciding which books they wanted to purchase. Her quiet purrs were delightfully dainty and demure.

Just a touch more hesitant, Sherlock was very welcoming if you let him smell your hand first. Once acquainted, he was your buddy, though you do need to avoid sudden moves or he may scamper away. While not as regally positioned as Scout, he was no less triumphant in his ruling of his domain.

Both Scout and Sherlock were lovely and welcoming hosts into their literary world. It was a heartwarming reminder of how much we adored our Gus (a.k.a. Secret Agent 47) who passed away a little more than two weeks ago at 17 years of age.

Thank you, Hyde Brothers Booksellers for sharing joyful kitty moments with these two humanoids through Scout and Sherlock. It was very cathartic and healing for our recently broken hearts. 💔

Peace and love!

Councilman Unveils Book on Indiana Women's Political Pasts

A Fort Wayne councilman released a new book about Indiana women in politics. Learn how this history project highlights local female leaders from the state.

#fortwayne, #indianapolitics, #womeninhistory, #localgovernment, #indianaauthors

https://newsletter.tf/fort-wayne-councilman-indiana-women-politics-book/