Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of March.
Good morning, Fort Wayne.
Indiana Michigan Power restored power for over 98% of the 27,000 customers who lost electricity during Friday's winds and finished restoring scattered outages by 4 p.m. on Sunday.
Workers in Fort Wayne monitored the forecast as severe weather threatened new interruptions.
Bricks & Minifigs celebrated its first anniversary in Apple Glen Crossing yesterday by hosting family-friendly activities, giveaways, prizes & deals from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Interra Credit Union, serving 24 counties, is scheduling personal meetings with farmers facing high input costs and low grain prices as renewal season nears.
The bank advises farmers to diversify into livestock while offering hands-on support to help them manage a challenging ag market.
The Botanical Conservatory announced a new train connection that will soon offer scenic rides around its gardens in Fort Wayne — the service is designed to improve visitor access and enjoyment.
UtilityProfitTracker.org is now available for electric customers to check how much of their bill funds utility profits.
Using public data and Energy and Policy Institute’s research, the tool shows Indiana Michigan Power charges 13.7% above cost while other utilities report different profit margins — a resource for Hoosiers.
Purdue University Fort Wayne will host Women in Construction Day (today) at the Classic Ballroom at Walb Student Union from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., connecting about 100 high school and college students with industry leaders to explore construction careers.
At Trine University, a faculty member was awarded a $70,000 grant from the American Chemical Society to research cost-effective gels that can improve oil recovery and food production, supporting materials, student stipends and conference travel (the project will span three years).
The Indiana BMV warns locals about a new text scam that mimics its official web address and creates fake receipts — the agency said it will never ask for fees or send penalty texts, so ignore and delete any suspicious messages.
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.
Komets Superhero Night
7:30-10:35 p.m. — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — Free capes for kids — Celebrate Superhero Night with meet and greets, mental health awareness, and fun contests.
Musical Mornings with Freimann Quartet
10 a.m. — Crescendo Coffee And More — Free entry — Experience a delightful morning of live music with the Fort Wayne Philharmonic at your local coffee shop.
Lansing Lugnuts at Fort Wayne Tincaps
6:59-8:05 p.m. — Parkview Field — Tickets required — Experience exciting family-friendly baseball action with the Fort Wayne TinCaps taking on the Lansing Lugnuts.
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