Fort Wayne
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Saturday, January 10th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ This weekend, Fort Wayne will host the Midwest Motorcycle and Power Sports Expo and the Midwest Recreation Expo, combining lake life, camping, trail riding, and motor culture into one event with hundreds of vintage vehicles and a BMX stunt show at 5 p.m. Saturday (further motorcycle stunts are scheduled Sunday). WFFT-TV
- ➤ The Freeland Family Foundation awarded $235,000 in grants to 12 local and regional nonprofits—including Junior Achievement, Aaron's Fund, and Young Mothers of America—to support community projects. The Journal Gazette
- ➤ IU Health officials announced the expansion of the Congregational Care Network to Allen and Lake counties to support patients recovering from hospital stays. Local churches including LifeWay Bible Fellowship are training volunteers for weekly check-ins using funds from a $770,000 grant. The Journal Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Two northeast Indiana schools (East Allen University and Bluffton High) have maintained 100% graduation rates for three consecutive years, a rare feat seen in only 3% of schools statewide. Local educators credit community support and clear student expectations for this success. The Journal Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Fort Wayne invites neighborhood leaders to workshops for its improvement grant program, with sessions on Tuesday, Jan. 13 at the Dupont branch, Saturday, Jan. 17 at the Hessen Cassel and Main Library branches, and Thursday, Jan. 22 at the Georgetown branch; applications open Jan. 20. 21Alive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Respiratory illnesses such as the flu, COVID-19 and RSV are on the rise, prompting Parkview Health to restrict visitors to protect vulnerable patients (visitors must be 12 or older and limited to two per patient). Health officials urge residents to get vaccinated and practice good hand hygiene. Around Fort Wayne
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Dozens of basketball games lit up Fort Wayne on Friday night as teams competed in the city’s first standard schedule of 2026 + local fans cheered spirited matchups across neighborhoods. WFFT-TV
- ➤ Fort Wayne TinCaps are hiring seasonal workers for the 2026 baseball season at Parkview Field, starting on April 7. Available roles include concessions, ballpark maintenance, and specialty jobs like video production (applicants must meet age requirements and pass a background check). US 93.3
- ➤ Fort Wayne FC welcomes back Tiago Dias as its first professional signing — he led the defense for three summers and served as captain in 2024 and 2025. WFFT-TV
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2026 Winter Artistic Extravaganza
Unity Performing Arts Foundation will showcase all its artistic programs with performances and testimonials from youth ages 7 to 19, highlighting the impact of our leadership and arts training. Featured performances include the three-time World Champion Voices of Unity Youth Choir along with creative writing, public speaking, drama, dance, and piano programs led by our expert directors. This is your chance to see the excellence UNITY brings to young people and to learn how your child can become our next member. Visit UPAF.com or call 260-481-6719; admission is available exclusively through Eventbrite.
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2026 Winter Artistic Extravaganza
Unity Performing Arts Foundation will showcase all its artistic programs with performances and testimonials from youth ages 7 to 19, highlighting the impact of our leadership and arts training. Featured performances include the three-time World Champion Voices of Unity Youth Choir along with creative writing, public speaking, drama, dance, and piano programs led by our expert directors. This is your chance to see the excellence UNITY brings to young people and to learn how your child can become our next member. Visit UPAF.com or call 260-481-6719; admission is available exclusively through Eventbrite.
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Fort Wayne Philharmonic - American Beauty
7:30-9:30 p.m. — PFW Music Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate America's 250th birthday with American classical music featuring renowned violinist Holly Mulcahy.
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Comedy and Magic Night with Taylor Hughes & Nick Paul
4-6 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Tickets required — Enjoy an unforgettable blend of comedy, magic, and storytelling from world-class performers.
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Plates and Mates Dinner Series
6-7:30 p.m. — DAE GEE KOREAN BBQ — $10 reservation — Enjoy a curated dinner with like-minded locals, fantastic food, and great conversations.
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Nouvelle Annee Celebration
10 AM – 5 PM — Historic Old Fort — Free entry — Celebrate the New Year at a French colonial outpost with cultural insights and interactive experiences.
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Jack Shaw Live Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughs with Los Angeles-based comedian Jack Shaw.
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Pablo Francisco Live Comedy Show
7-9 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedy legend Pablo Francisco, known for his high-energy performances and quick wit.
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Recycled Creations: Art for Grades K–3
Over five Saturdays — Purdue University Fort Wayne — Cost not specified — Connect and collaborate with young artists using recycled materials.
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Ft. Wayne RV & Camping Show
11 AM – 2 PM — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — Cost details unavailable — Discover the latest in RVs and camping gear for your next adventure.
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Open Mic Night
7:30 p.m. — Baker Street Centre/C2G Music Hall — Free entry — Showcase your talent or enjoy local performers in a vibrant atmosphere.
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