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Wednesday, March 4th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation will host its first Sensory Showcase on Saturday, Mar. 7 at local parks. The event aims to offer an inclusive, interactive experience tailored to community members. 21Alive
- ➤ Homebound Meals, Inc. delivers medically tailored meals and friendly visits to seniors and disabled residents today in Fort Wayne. Volunteer drivers help meet a growing need and provide wellness checks to reduce hospitalizations — ensuring clients maintain independence with dignity. The Waynedale News
- ➤ The Waterloo-Grant Township Public Library announced a slate of programs for March, set to begin March 5 in Waterloo. Residents can look forward to a range of activities to engage the community throughout the month. KPC News
- ➤ Smiley’s Garden Angels, which has provided over 3,000 pounds of produce for local hunger relief in 25 years, will hold a fundraiser on Tuesday, March 17 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Seitz Conference Center in Andorfer Commons at Indiana Tech, with funds set aside for repairs and supplies. The Waynedale News
- ➤ Drivers on Bluffton Road will face lane closures from Winchester Road to Pleasant Center for a NIPSCO natural gas pipeline project, with southbound work until May 20, northbound restrictions from April 20 to May 19, and an Old Trail Road closure until June 23 — these changes may reduce customer traffic for local businesses and affect the Memorial Day parade on May 25. The Waynedale News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Heartland Sings partners with Iris Family Support Center to present 'Illuminate: Shining Light on Child Abuse and Neglect' featuring David Lang’s The Little Match Girl Passion. Concerts on March 7 and 8 at Parkview Physicians Group ArtsLab have tickets on sale now+ the event will spark dialogue on child protection. The Waynedale News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Healthy Essence—the student-run massage clinic at Ivy Tech on N. Anthony Blvd—will welcome the public this semester with hour-long relaxation massages by appointment from March 19 to May 2; prices are $30 per hour and appointments require a call to 260-480-2094. The Waynedale News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents can apply for the Citizen-match residential street tree planting program to plant a tree in the public right-of-way for $50 (or lower with fee waivers) as trees will be set in fall from Oct. 1 to Dec. 31; applications are accepted online or by mail until July 1. The Waynedale News
- ➤ City Utilities is starting a one-year project with a $750,000 grant to improve Bullerman Drain between Maplecrest Road and Maple Terrace Drive to reduce flooding in Maplewood Terrace and The Downs and restore 7.5 acres of wetland habitat. WFFT-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Indiana Michigan Power announced it will file a proposal to reduce base rates as part of its Customer Benefits Plan, which includes a Benefits Bank + strategic investments to improve grid reliability. Details will be shared this summer with the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission. The Waynedale News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Parkview Health dietitian says increased protein following new federal guidelines can boost cell repair while advising adults to choose natural sources like meat, poultry, fish, and beans (options that help avoid unhealthy additives). The Waynedale News
- ➤ The Fort Wayne Police Department's Hope and Recovery Team reported a decrease in fatal (down 12%) and non-fatal (down 23%) overdoses from 2024 to 2025 with over 330 individuals receiving warm handoffs to treatment and further outreach. The team plans to expand community partnerships and continue offering support. 21Alive
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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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Josh Firestine Stand-Up Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening of laughs with Tacoma's own comedic talent, Josh Firestine.
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USPA 2026 Northeast Regionals Powerlifting Competition
11 AM – 8 PM — Renegade Strength and Performance LLC — Registration required — Compete for state, national, and world records in powerlifting.
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