Good morning, Fort Wayne.

Residents in southwest Allen County worry after Heritage Group applied to rezone an 800-acre site for a limestone quarry and asphalt plant near homes, schools, hospitals, and wetlands on Homestead Road.

County commissioners will review the proposal as local healthcare leaders and schools express concerns about community safety.

Residents in southwest Allen County have raised concerns about a proposed limestone quarry and asphalt and concrete facility on Homestead Road.

Officials are set to review the plan as local residents monitor its progress.

INDOT reported that traffic slowed on northbound I-69 from Goshen to Lima roads on Wednesday morning due to scattered storms and a crash that closed the left southbound lane north of Hursh Road, with Flood Warnings in Allen & DeKalb counties.

Crews from 21Alive News documented thunderstorms on Wednesday that damaged a pole barn near Vera Cruz in Wells County and led to cleanup efforts in Redkey, Jay County — a man inside the damaged barn was safe with his four golden retrievers.

Kansas and 38 Special will perform live at Foellinger Theatre on Friday, July 10 at an event hosted by Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation in partnership with Exceptional Artists and Mammoth.

Pre-sale tickets are available today and general sales begin tomorrow at (705 East State Blvd.).

Microsoft plans to break ground on its new 900 acre data center in Granger by late April or early May; the project, featuring six buildings (creating around 300 jobs), will pay full property taxes and fund local road and water upgrades, with a community meeting scheduled for further details.

Butler Elementary student Greyson Betten, a sixth grader, qualified for the regional science fair with her project (Violet Vibrance).

Butler Elementary student Adelyn Crager qualified for the regional science fair with her project (You Made Me Ink) that showcases creative science work.

Her success spotlights local student talent and builds excitement for upcoming competitions.

Butler Elementary sixth-grader Jordyn Dunham qualified for the regional science fair with her project 'Awesome Vitamin C' and now prepares to compete against other regional students.

Fort Wayne Community Schools officials urged early education supporters to contact legislators for more pre-K funding after hosting a Passport to Pre-K event at North Side High School to address growing enrollment and waitlists (nearly 1,300 enrolled and 300 waiting), amid reduced state voucher revenue.

Butler Elementary sixth-grade student Mazzy Presley qualified for the regional science fair with her project Sound and Growth.

Her work will compete regionally, marking a proud moment for the school and inspiring young scientists.

Fort Wayne will host a meeting on March 25 at 3:00 p.m. in the basement Omni Room at Citizens Square (200 E.

Berry Street) to cover the Illinois Road Trail and Road Improvement Project that includes road resurfacing and multi-use trail. Free parking and an ASL interpreter will be provided.

Allen County Council reviewed the annual economic development report on Wednesday, which noted major projects including IU Health’s hospital topping-off, Van Eerden Foodservice’s warehouse ribbon cutting, and progress on Fort Wayne FC’s 9,200-seat soccer stadium.

The report highlighted 100 vacant acres and tax increment financing to attract new businesses.

The Fort Wayne TinCaps will host The Pregame Concert Series presented by Honeywell Arts & Entertainment from mid-May through August on Parkview Field’s center field amphitheater before select Thirsty Thursday home games & tickets for the season are on sale now.

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.

Mojo Brookzz Comedy Show

6-10 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Tickets from $74 — Get ready for an unforgettable night filled with laughter.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Footloose Musical

2-6 p.m. — Arts United Center — Tickets from $101 — Experience the energy of the classic musical Footloose live in Fort Wayne.

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.

Spring Craft Bazaar at Allen County Fairgrounds

9 a.m.-2 p.m. — Allen County Fairgrounds — Free entry — Experience unique finds from over 90 local vendors with food, raffles, and more.

Iowa Heartlanders at Fort Wayne Komets

7:30-8:35 p.m. — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — Kids seat free with adult ticket — Enjoy a thrilling hockey match featuring the Heartlanders and Komets.