Fort Wayne
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Saturday, March 7th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ CareSource employees raised over $56,000 for Firefly Children and Family Alliance to launch an emergency aid fund for families across the area, including Fort Wayne, plus the money will support the Twenty-One Flats housing initiative for young adults set to open in summer. WFFT-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 2026 Middle Waves Music Festival lineup is set for Saturday, June 6 at Headwaters Park with Passion Pit headlining alongside Beach Bunny, The Paradox, Los Aptos and Man of the Flood. Festival organizers promise interactive art, local food partnerships and vendor activities — an all-ages celebration. US 93.3
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Southwest Allen County Schools will update old playground equipment at Aboite, Covington and Haverhill elementary campuses beginning May 28 with new slides + tunnels, accessible turf and walkways to enhance safety and accessibility for students and community visitors. The Journal Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Fort Wayne man remains stranded in the Middle East amid conflict in Iran as he seeks help from officials & embassy staff to return home. Government agencies are coordinating efforts for his safe repatriation without a set timeline. 21Alive
- ➤ NIPSCO crews will begin installing a new gas line on South Anthony Boulevard starting Monday at 8 a.m. They will close alternating lanes between Maple and Furgeson roads daily until April 3 — with flaggers directing traffic. WFFT-TV
- ➤ NIPSCO crews will install gas mains and flaggers will direct traffic on South Anthony Boulevard—stretching from Maples to Ferguson roads until April 3—and on Ferguson Road—covering from South Anthony Boulevard to US 27 until July 11—starting Monday. 21Alive
- ➤ Fort Wayne’s Air National Guard is upgrading its fighter jet transition to the F-16 as Commander Boatwright explained the base is modernizing for future missions & to better recruit new members. The planned update aims to keep the unit ready and competitive for next-generation aircraft assignments. WOWO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Army veteran Drew Botteron, CEO of Homefront Home Health Home Care, is launching a summer partnership with the Boys and Girls Clubs to help isolated seniors and people with disabilities connect with the community (his goal is to serve 1 million people). The company currently runs six Indiana offices. The Journal Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local fans remembered legendary coach Lou Holtz — known for his strong character — through online tributes and community gatherings, honoring a career that still influences our sports community. His leadership on and off the field continues to inspire many. 21Alive
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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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The Fell featuring Billy Sheehan
7 p.m. — Sweetwater — Starting at $25 — Experience the arena-sized energy of modern rock as The Fell hits the stage with Billy Sheehan.
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