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Wednesday, February 25th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Fort Wayne family raised funds for local charities in honor of their daughter, completing the tribute yesterday. The fundraiser highlights community support for causes near home. 21Alive
- ➤ Iris Family Support Center will host its Brown Bag Lunch fundraiser next week to support local families — details on location and timing will be announced soon. 21Alive
- ➤ Community advocate Stacey Davis, who founded JAVA to support families affected by crime and personal loss, died Monday at 55 after battling cancer, leaving behind a legacy of guidance and hope in Fort Wayne. The Journal Gazette
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A new co-branded restaurant featuring Savvy Sliders and Fat Boy’s Pizza will open on Thursday at 7777 Coldwater Road. It is the first location for Savvy Sliders locally and for Fat Boy’s Pizza in Indiana, and it will host an all-day celebration with giveaways and limited offers. 21Alive
- ➤ Citilink will restructure its southeast routes beginning March 2 by discontinuing Route 5 and merging Routes 7 and 7A while keeping service on Routes 3, 6, and 7; riders should visit the information booth at Central Station (Feb. 25–27, 7–9 a.m. and 3–5 p.m.) for updated details. WFFT-TV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Indiana Michigan Power announced it will ask state regulators to reduce base rates as part of its Customer Benefits Plan to lower customer bills and protect against future increases — the company will detail the plan in a summer filing with the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission amid data center growth. The Journal Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Levi Webb received Scouting's highest honor, the Eagle Award, at a recent court of honor in Auburn. The Boy Scout (from Troop 169 of Auburn Presbyterian Church) is the son of Ryan and Angie Webb. KPC News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fort Wayne City Utilities won a gold medal for its drinking water at the 36th annual Berkeley Springs International Water Tasting. Judges evaluated over 100 water samples from five continents at the Three Rivers Filtration Plant, marking Fort Wayne’s first win in the Municipal Water category. US 93.3
- ➤ A new utility project on West Jefferson Boulevard is expected to cause traffic delays soon + residents may need to plan alternate routes during the work. 21Alive
- ➤ The Indiana Senate narrowly approved House Bill 1038, authorizing a new casino in the Fort Wayne area for (Allen, DeKalb and Steuben) counties with a required $500 million investment. The House must pass a final version by week's end. WFFT-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Feb. 24, 2026, No. 1 Marian, No. 2 Saint Francis, No. 5 Indiana Wesleyan and No. 6 Bethel reached the Crossroads League semifinals in a competitive women’s basketball tournament. Officials said the next round schedule will be announced soon (details pending). WFFT-TV
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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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Mojo Brookzz Comedy Show
6-10 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Tickets from $74 — Get ready for an unforgettable night filled with laughter.
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Mojo Brookzz Comedy Show
6-10 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Tickets from $74 — Experience the humor of Mojo Brookzz live on stage for a night of unforgettable laughter.
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