Fort Wayne
Today
Friday, March 6th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Neighborhood leaders can join City workshops at Foellinger Foundation (520 E. Berry St.) on Saturday, March 14 at 10 a.m. or Monday, March 16 at 6 p.m. to learn the grant application process; applications open April 6 and close May 8, with awards to be announced early June. US 93.3
- ➤ Alive Community Outreach launched a peace education initiative to strengthen community ties. The program will offer conflict resolution and trauma awareness training for schools, businesses, and community groups (inspired by Martin Luther King Jr.'s nonviolence principles). WFFT-TV
- ➤ On March 5, the Foellinger Foundation approved $1,788,095 in grants for nonprofits serving youth and families throughout Allen County (Youth Development, Capacity Building, and Special Opportunity). Sarah Strimmenos said the funding aims to strengthen local programs and enhance nonprofit capacity. WOWO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Glo Wild returned Thursday night at the Fort Wayne Zoo, offering a vibrant evening event for local visitors. The recurring event gave guests a unique nighttime experience at the zoo. 21Alive
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fort Wayne Community Schools delivered a 17-page case on Thursday against the proposed charter school (Williams Arts and Technology Academy) slated to open at Pilgrim Baptist Church in August, noting potential duplication of services and concerns over finances, staffing, and facility compliance. The Journal Gazette
- ➤ Indiana’s new school accountability system was officially adopted by the State Board of Education on Wednesday – pending a few final signatures – and introduces a redesigned A-F grading model intended to better reflect student progress, literacy and post-graduation readiness. KPC News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hoosier Action urged Gov. Braun to veto the proposed public camping ban (SB 285) because it may create extra obstacles for homeless residents by offering no new services. Gov. Braun must decide by March 9. 21Alive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ An Infant & Maternal Mortality Conference took place yesterday at Parkview Mirro Center, running from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and focused on strengthening collaboration among healthcare professionals and community organizations (hosted by Healthier Moms and Babies) to improve pregnancy and postpartum care. 21Alive
- ➤ Parkview Health announced on Thursday it will expand its Family Birthing Center at Randalia Hospital by adding a 12-room Level II Special Care Nursery — six postpartum rooms. The $10.8 million project will support 100 deliveries and 75 clinical roles, with construction set to begin by the end of 2026. 21Alive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Notre Dame coach Lou Holtz died Wednesday at 89. Local fans, including magistrate Phillip Houk from Fort Wayne, reflected on his legacy and plan to honor his influence at upcoming Fighting Irish games. 21Alive
- ➤ Fifteen seniors and 15 underclassmen were named to the IBCA Supreme 15 squads yesterday—honoring top girls basketball talent from Northeast Indiana. WFFT-TV
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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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Footloose Musical
2-6 p.m. — Arts United Center — Tickets from $101 — Experience the energy of the classic musical Footloose live in Fort Wayne.
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