Fort Wayne
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Thursday, January 15th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Dinner Detective fundraiser will be held this Saturday in Fort Wayne to bring the community together & offer an interactive dinner that supports a local cause. Residents interested in a unique event should watch for more details. 21Alive
- ➤ The Allen County Public Library is celebrating Dolly Parton’s 80th birthday on Jan. 19 with a county-wide coloring project open through Jan. 21—families can complete themed pages that will be mailed as birthday wishes to the music icon. 21Alive
- ➤ The Fort Wayne Farm Show returns for its 37th year, featuring over 1,000 booths+ welcoming agricultural professionals from across the region. The event offers opportunities to network, explore new products, and celebrate local farming traditions. WFFT-TV
- ➤ Gigi’s Playhouse in Fort Wayne is celebrating its 10-year anniversary and planning special events for families. The playhouse has served the community with interactive experiences for children over the past decade. 21Alive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Farmers market vendors and managers can attend in-person training sessions from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. on January 27, February 3, February 10, and February 17 at Discovery Hall (1202 E. 38th St.) to learn legal issues, food safety regulations, market stability, and conflict management; registration costs $75. US 93.3
- ➤ Applications for the Fort Wayne Zoo's Lawrence A. Ackerman Scholarship are now open for college-bound seniors in eligible counties to earn a one-time $3,000 award supporting animal-related careers; applicants must show academic achievement, financial need, and commitment to animal stewardship, with applications due by March 1. 21Alive
- ➤ The Indiana Department of Education announced about $10 million from a federal EIR grant (in partnership with Notre Dame and WestEd) to expand high-impact tutoring aimed at boosting literacy statewide, especially in rural and underserved areas. Governor Mike Braun said the grant will improve early literacy skills for students. WOWO
- ➤ Google donated $30,000 to Questa Education Foundation, a Fort Wayne nonprofit that helps students cut college debt with forgivable loans. The boost will expand the Questa Scholars Program in high demand STEM fields + ease funding shortages reported by the group. The Journal Gazette
- ➤ Huntington University has grown its Christian-based agricultural studies program to serve more than 120 students, offering majors from animal science to vet medicine with a focus on faith, family + farming. The program started a decade ago and has been a unique feature of local education since its debut at the Fort Wayne Farm Show. US 93.3
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Sharon Tucker and Fire Chief Eric Lahey announced that Fort Wayne firefighters Kamron Bell and Nicholas Racioppi were promoted to lieutenant at the fire department, with Bell working as an advanced EMT and hazmat team member + Racioppi serving on the water rescue team. 21Alive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Undue Medical Debt leader explained a new partnership with Parkview Health to forgive $64M in medical debt for community members & ease financial burdens. A press release published yesterday detailed plans for rolling out the forgiveness program. 21Alive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Saint Francis Cougars hosted the Huntington Foresters on Wednesday, Jan. 14 in a doubleheader where the women's squads played first followed by the men's, with each team winning one game. WFFT-TV
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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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Purdue Fort Wayne vs. Youngstown State Men's Basketball
7-9 p.m. — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Catch the excitement as the Mastodons face off against the Penguins in this thrilling basketball matchup.
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