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Saturday, March 21st, 2026
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, World Down Syndrome Day is celebrated locally as Nolan Erdei runs Racing for 3.21, organized by the National Down Syndrome Society to boost awareness for inclusion (he has raised over $1,300 so far). 21Alive
- ➤ Firefighters at Station #1 wore mismatched socks Friday to support World Down Syndrome Day and promote acceptance and inclusion in Fort Wayne. Their display highlights the uniqueness of Down syndrome+ it underscores the community's commitment to celebrating diversity. WFFT-TV
- ➤ Avenues Recovery Center hosted an event on Friday, Mar. 20 to offer essential resources to Fort Wayne's homeless community. The nonprofit dedicated the day to strengthening local support for residents in need. 21Alive
- ➤ More than 120 students from the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy plunged into cold water in Plainfield on March 20 to raise about $22,000 for Special Olympics Indiana — their third annual event with the highest turnout yet. WFFT-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Over 800 union workers were locked out overnight from the BP Whiting Refinery in northwest Indiana after contract talks stalled, affecting around 900 families while operations and fuel supplies remain stable + negotiations are set to continue. WOWO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Indiana lawmakers signed a law on March 5 to update Ivy Tech Community College's mission and board structure so it can align courses with employer demand & prepare students for in-demand careers; the changes take effect on July 1. The Journal Gazette
- ➤ Fort Wayne Community Schools will host a special showcase for the Futures ON Track student music program launch on Tuesday, Mar. 24 at 10:30 a.m. at Pearl Arts (234 Pearl St.), featuring 14 student-performed songs from the debut album 'Stay Tuned'. Around Fort Wayne
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ INDOT announced that starting on March 23 crews will work on U.S. 24 between Linden Road and Doyle Road using alternating lane closures and closing the eastbound ramp (Rose Ave to southbound I-469), with work expected to finish by the end of April. Around Fort Wayne
- ➤ Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith defended a new civic partnership on Fort Wayne’s Morning News with Kayla Blakeslee that promotes student engagement by growing Club America chapters from five to over 65 — he warned school officials not to block students from registering online for new clubs. WOWO
- ➤ Residents cleaning up from high winds can drop off storm debris today and next Saturday, March 28 at the City Utilities Biosolids facility at 6202 Lake Avenue. The facility will accept debris on Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Around Fort Wayne
- ➤ Officials held an assumption of responsibility ceremony at the 122nd Fighter Wing on March 20 that marked a change in leadership. The event, reported by WOWO News, underscored the unit’s readiness to follow updated guidelines. WOWO
- ➤ Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation will open the city golf courses next week + crews continue to monitor turf conditions after recent weather to ensure better playability for golfers. Around Fort Wayne
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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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North American Brass Band Championships
8 AM – 12 PM — Embassy Theatre — Check event page for pricing — Experience the thunderous power and shimmering precision of the ultimate showdown of musical mastery.
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Fort Wayne Tincaps vs. Lansing Lugnuts
1:05 – 2:05 PM — Parkview Field — Family-friendly fun — Enjoy a thrilling baseball game at the award-winning Parkview Field in Fort Wayne.
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Fort Wayne Komets vs. Toledo Walleye
5-8:05 p.m. — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — $60 for 4 tickets — Experience a thrilling hockey game with family activities and post-game skate on the ice.
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