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Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ United Way of Allen County launched its sixth annual food drive + it aims to collect 10,000 pounds of non-perishable food items donated by local residents. WFFT-TV
- ➤ A Fort Wayne high school student launched a cheer team for disabled students at the local school — the initiative promotes inclusion and builds school spirit, as noted on Feb. 16. 21Alive
- ➤ The St. Joseph Community and Ascension foundations will launch a pilot program to help expecting mothers and new parents avoid homelessness by offering up to $2,000 each through community partners — 30 families will receive funds over two years with assessments at three and six months. The Journal Gazette
- ➤ The Lutheran Foundation will move its headquarters to a new building on the Concordia Theological Seminary campus next year after signing a long-term lease for nearly five acres. It will donate its current facility at 3024 Fairfield Ave to Redeemer Lutheran Church. The Journal Gazette
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Greater Fort Wayne Business Weekly selected 40 young professionals for its Forty Under 40 Class of 2026 after reviewing over 200 nominations. The honorees will be celebrated on April 9 at The Fairfield with an awards banquet, alumni reception, and after party to honor their career achievements and community involvement. KPC News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ ACPL’s WELT Community Radio station marked its 10th anniversary Monday, Feb. 16, with special programming and community messages celebrating a decade of service to local listeners. 21Alive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Rep. Bob Morris warned Fort Wayne families about winter fire risks during a local TV interview today and urged residents to check smoke detectors and avoid overloading circuits with extra heaters. He said fire districts will plan for long-term funding needs during the next budget cycle. WOWO
- ➤ Fort Wayne's second phase of the A LOT to LOVE program is open for small-scale developers to purchase 29 City-owned lots (32 with double lots) to build single-family homes, duplexes, or townhouses; Mayor Sharon Tucker says the program will boost affordable housing and revitalize neighborhoods. US 93.3
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lutheran Hospital said Monday it saw a 29% drop in first-time C-section births last year compared to 2024 + a shift that helped more moms experience natural births with faster recovery times. The Journal Gazette
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A Fort Wayne magic shop has kept a family tradition alive for nearly 80 years—delighting local visitors with classic magic tricks and nostalgic charm. It remains a cherished part of the community today. 21Alive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Four Garrett wrestlers will compete in state finals at (Gainbridge Fieldhouse) on Friday and Saturday, and they must win Friday’s match to secure a spot on Saturday. KPC News
- ➤ Garrett's boys basketball team overcame an 11-point deficit in the fourth quarter to win a close overtime game against Eastside at Butler. The Railroaders finished with a 55-53 victory. KPC News
- ➤ Five Northeast Indiana girls' basketball teams won regional championships Saturday (Feb. 16) at local venues. FOX 55 recapped the games to show each team's winning performance. WFFT-TV
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Emo Philips Live Comedy Show
7-9 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the brilliant humor of Emo Philips in an intimate comedy setting.
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Beat Making Workshop for Girls
7-10 p.m. — Sweetwater Academy of Music & Technology — Learn to create beats using Ableton Live in a fun, supportive environment for girls aged 8 and up.
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Bert Kreischer Live in Fort Wayne
7-9 p.m. — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — Tickets available — Catch comedian Bert Kreischer for an unforgettable night of laughter.
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Church and Pastoral Revival Celebration Anniversary
3-7 p.m. — Paper Mill on The Landing — Free entry — Celebrate a year of faith and community with heartfelt dinner, worship, and fellowship.
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Don McMillan's Comedy Show
7-11 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — $ — Experience laughter and insights on whether AI can ever replace comedians through Don McMillan's unique blend of charts and humor.
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Mechanical Mayhem
7 p.m. — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — Check the event page for pricing — Experience thrilling monster truck races and tractor pulls in an epic motorsports showdown.
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Gravel Switch Concert
7-11 p.m. — Piere's Entertainment Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heartfelt sounds of Gravel Switch live on stage with their soulful tunes.
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Writers' Room
6:30-8 p.m. — Fort Wayne Improv — Free entry — A bi-weekly gathering for writers to create, share ideas, and hold each other accountable in a supportive atmosphere.
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Akropolis Reed Quintet Performance
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Pearl Street Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience the sonically daring Akropolis Reed Quintet in a captivating performance of new works.
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BANDemonium
8 PM — Baker Street Centre/C2G Music Hall — $10 — Enjoy an eclectic night of local music featuring Sun.Dyle, Neighborhood Strays, Sahara, and Mom Wagon.
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