Fort Wayne
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Friday, February 27th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Better Business Bureau Serving Northern Indiana is launching a trades scholarship program to help students cover costs for tools, protective clothing and other essentials when starting in skilled trades. BBB is partnering with local businesses + supporting students beginning employment with BBB Accredited Businesses. KPC News
- ➤ ACPL is launching the new Child’s First Library Card, featuring a kid-friendly design available to families starting at birth. It gives full access to books, digital resources, and free programs, and staff will help link the card for tracking checkouts. US 93.3
- ➤ The Indiana Senate approved Senate Bill 78 (36-12 vote) to ban student cellphones from classrooms for the entire school day, and if signed by Governor Mike Braun, schools statewide will enforce the new policy effective July 1, 2026. WFFT-TV
- ➤ The Indiana Senate passed a bill banning cellphones during class hours + a success sequence measure that teaches students work and family values; both bills now head to Gov. Braun’s desk, with the cellphone ban set to take effect on July 1 if signed. 21Alive
- ➤ The Garrett-Keyser-Butler board previewed new renderings for J.E. Ober Elementary School in Garrett — the design features art and collaboration spaces, an open cafeteria commons, a media center, flexible reading areas, and more, presented by Cory Miller and Laura Putnam from Elevatus Architecture. KPC News
- ➤ Northwest Allen County Schools launched an education foundation to support 8,300 students by connecting community support to teachers, classrooms, and programs, and is set to narrow its board candidate pool from 40 to 12. Its initial fundraising reached 50% of the $75,000 goal, Superintendent Wayne Barker said at Monday's meeting. The Journal Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Thirteen new firefighters graduated tonight at the Public Safety Academy, and some will begin duty at Fort Wayne engine houses tomorrow (Feb. 27) as the department expands its team. Around Fort Wayne
- ➤ The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission will investigate the state's five largest investor-owned utility companies (rising customer concerns over high energy bills prompted the move). New chair Andy Zay said service affordability and reliability have become unbalanced for many. US 93.3
- ➤ The Capital Improvement Board approved up to $1.5 million for the nearly 30-acre North River District north of the MLK Jr. Memorial Bridge. An initial $182,500 will fund PB Development's master planning services & the remaining funds are pending a March 9 Redevelopment Commission vote. 21Alive
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Home and Garden Show returns to the Coliseum this weekend from Thursday to Sunday so visitors can learn from experts up close. Admission is $12, seniors pay $8 and kids 15 and under enter free. WFFT-TV
- ➤ The Fort Wayne Home & Garden Show will take place this weekend (Feb. 28–29) and offer local residents expert advice and fresh ideas for home and garden projects. 21Alive
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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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2026 NCAA Division III Men's Basketball Quarterfinals and Semifinals
12 p.m. — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Witness thrilling college basketball action in the heart of Fort Wayne.
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