Monday, April 27, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

Miles of paths await: Fort Wayne’s trail season will kick off at Promenade Park on April 28 at 6 p.m., with a free party, Trek the Trails and Tread the Trails, and free refreshments -- get the full schedule.

Planning major street upgrades: Fort Wayne wants your input on a southeast corridor redesign for key roads like South Anthony and Paulding. Public feedback starts May 2 and continues through November 5 -- see how to get involved.

Upgrades to prevent flooding: Lane restrictions will affect St. Joe Center Road west of Reed Road, one lane each way while crews install a relief sewer line, expected to last through late August -- see impacts and timeline.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you've been on the same plan for years, you're probably paying way more than you need to. It's an easy bill to forget about, but switching could save you up to $1,000 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium to ~$60 a month - see how much you could save.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Comfort food, but fancy: Conner's Kitchen and Bar hits that sweet spot of scratch-made comfort and hangout vibes, with a weekend brunch locals actually plan around, a cocktail list worth lingering over, and craft beers to toast after a TinCaps game. Keep it in your weekly rotation when you want familiar flavors, just better.

Channel your game show self: Grab your friends and jump into Fort Wayne Game Show, a downtown live TV-style showdown where a charismatic host runs you through trivia, puzzles, and light challenges. Perfect for date nights, birthdays, or team bonding, and an easy way to swap the scroll for belly laughs.

Fort Wayne classic alert: Since 1914, Fort Wayne's Famous Coney Island has been the spot for snap-happy dogs, messy-good chili, and a slice of pie to call it even. When you need quick, nostalgic comfort that just hits, slide in, order a few, and let muscle memory do the rest.

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

Selling your house doesn't have to take months: If you need to sell quickly — because you're downsizing, relocating, or just ready to close this chapter — Liz helps seniors sell their houses fast. As-is. No repairs, no showings, no drawn-out back-and-forth. You pick the closing date. *See how it works →

Unknown-number calls aren't random: Scammers don't just pick numbers out of a hat. They pay data brokers a few bucks and get everything they need to harass you, trick you, rob you, or steal your identity outright. Incogni removes all of your personal info from these data broker sites and keeps an eye out to make sure it stays gone for good. *Get protected →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

🥾 Tread The Trails Kick-off @ Promenade Park Pavilion | Tuesday (4/28) at 6:00 PM – Promenade Park kicks off Tread the Trails, a free run or walk with 1-mile and 5k routes, rolling every other Thursday all summer. All paces welcome, with a sweeper so no one vanishes. Think cardio with river views, then a drink at Ted's and snacks.

🛍 Spring Market @ Tiny Acres Farm & Boutique | Friday (5/1) at 10:00 AM – Spring Market is popping up at Tiny Acres with makers, plant starts, soaps, and sweet treats, the wholesome bit. Bring your mom, your tote bag, and your appetite for small-town charm. Details and the address are by message, because of course they are.

🎗 Ribbon Walk 2026 @ Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana | Saturday (5/2) at 9:00 AM – Grab your walking shoes and join the Ribbon Walk to honor someone you love while keeping every dollar right here helping neighbors with cancer. Recruit the usual suspects, wear the shirt, no spandex required, and yes, humble-brag your progress with #CSNIRibbonWalk. Register at give.cancer-services.org/ribbonwalk2026.

♻ Great American Clean Up @ Healing Orchard at Gren Park | Saturday (5/2) at 9:00 AM – Feel like earning good-citizen cardio? Join Sheathed, Inc., and the Lincoln Five Points crew at the Healing Orchard in Gren Park to pick up litter, do light landscaping, and keep this quiet oasis welcoming. Supplies are provided, bring a favorite pair if you’re particular.

🥂 Peonies + Prosecco @ Wayne Home & Design Co. | Saturday (5/2) at 10:30 AM – Treat Mom, or yourself, this Mother's Day to Peonies + Prosecco, a floral workshop with Mandy from Flora Cultured, drinks, treats, and exclusive shopping at Wayne Home + Design Co and Katali Boutique. You leave with a wrapped arrangement, a swag bag, and favorite-child status.

🎈 Día del Niño 2026 / Children's Day 2026 @ Iglesia Principe de Paz Fort Wayne | Saturday (5/2) at 12:00 PM – Whether you’ve got kids, grandkids, or just a soft spot for free food, our community’s Children’s Day brings gifts, raffles, bounce houses, face painting, a balloon artist, and more. It’s completely free, including the eats. Bring the crew, pretend you came for them.

🎨 Jefferson Eclectic Art Grand Opening @ Jefferson Eclectic Art | Saturday (5/2) at 12:00 PM – Circle May 2 for Jefferson Eclectic Art’s grand opening, a parking lot shindig with local art vendors, Brooks Food Truck, music, and free kids projects, plus tarot if you like your decisions outsourced. It’s culture, snacks, and neighborly hang time, all in one errand.

This five-bed estate in gated Heron Preserve spans 1.29 acres with a private pond. Soaring beamed ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a kitchen with a 48-inch Z-Line range set the tone. The main-level suite includes closet laundry and a spa bath. A daylight basement brings a bar, safe room, and a Full Swing golf simulator, plus a covered patio with fireplace.