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Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Registration is now open for free Neighborhood Power Lab Workshops offered by the Community Development Department of Neighborhoods. The sessions take place at the Allen County Public Library from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. from March 26 to June 25 and feature interactive training + dinner from sponsor WesBanco. US 93.3
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Google plans to expand its data center campus in southeast Fort Wayne with Project Zodiac Phase 3, adding three new buildings and infrastructure while state regulators review its impact on wetlands and waterways — public comments are accepted through April 3. WOWO
- ➤ Indiana Michigan Power announced a $34 million Eastern Melita Area Improvements Project to upgrade downtown Fort Wayne’s electric network by enhancing substations + revamping power lines; construction will start in fall 2027, and an open house is set at McMillen Park Community Center, 3901 Abbott St., 5-7:30 p.m. tomorrow. The Journal Gazette
- ➤ Local entrepreneur Asa Nevels launched Fort Wayne’s first wellness-driven vending service on March 11 — it supplies healthy snacks and beverages directly to gyms and wellness spaces using cashless payment and smart monitoring. Around Fort Wayne
- ➤ NIPSCO admitted that incorrect installation of mechanical meters in October 2024 led to more than 3,500 gas customers being double — or half-billed and received $1.4M in bill credits, while a regulatory hearing is set for July to review the error. 21Alive
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Mike Braun announced a $1B plan on Tuesday to create 100,000 high-wage jobs and boost Indiana’s ag and life sciences sectors. The initiative will bring together industry, academic, and community partners to expand domestic supply chains and drive regional growth. US 93.3
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Purdue Fort Wayne will waive application fees and enrollment deposits for domestic undergraduates applying for Fall 2026 starting March 17 — eliminating the usual $30 fee and $50 deposit while also offering eligible students scholarships ranging from $500 to $3,000 annually. WFFT-TV
- ➤ On Tuesday, Mar. 17, Snider High School kicked off the Junior Achievement 3DE Market Expo where students and community members engaged in hands-on entrepreneurial activities. The event is designed to spark innovative thinking and build practical skills (marking a promising start to the program). 21Alive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A resolution honoring late Coach Lou Holtz passed the U.S. Senate Monday night, with Senators Todd Young, Chris Coons, and Jim Banks introducing it to celebrate his legacy in college sports and values; a similar measure will be introduced by Representative Rudy Yakym. 21Alive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fort Wayne will host NCAA Division III men’s basketball quarterfinals on March 19 and semifinals on March 21 at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum. Tickets began selling on March 16 at 10:00 a.m.+ eight university teams will compete in the rounds. Around Fort Wayne
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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