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Monday, November 17th, 2025
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 17th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Headwaters Park Ice Rink in Fort Wayne will open next weekend on November 22 if weather allows to start its 2025-2026 season. It will run Monday through Sunday until January 6 with hours of 4 to 9 p.m. on weekdays and 12 to 9 p.m. on weekends—admission is $7 with a $4 skate rental. WOWO
- ➤ Humane Fort Wayne is asking families to host shelter dogs for Thanksgiving through its Holiday Rovernights program; families will pick up a dog on November 26 and must return it by November 28 at 11 a.m.—all supplies are provided. WOWO
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Hot Chickz, a locally owned chicken restaurant at 1716 E. Pontiac Street, celebrated its first anniversary on November 15 by offering free food and prizes that drew hundreds lining the block — the event marked a milestone since the restaurant's founding in November 2024. WANE 15
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fort Wayne’s Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory will debut Fern’s Fairylight Express—its longest exhibit ever—on Nov 22, running through Apr 12; the exhibit is based on a locally co-created children’s book by author-illustrator Talitha Shipman. Families can explore Fairy Glen as told in the story and purchase the in-house published book or borrow it from the Allen County Public Library for free admission. WANE 15
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ AAA forecasts record travel for the Thanksgiving holiday period from Nov 25 to Dec 1 as nearly 2 million Indiana residents will travel at least 50 miles from home—most will drive and experts advise checking vehicles before long trips. WANE 15
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students in an Ivy Tech art class brightened the outside of Lake Avenue Market — at Lake Avenue and Anthony Boulevard — by painting a mural that shows local history and pride. The design, based on ideas from over 80 community members, features roses and rows of houses to honor historic landmarks. The Journal Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Adult and Teen Challenge—a national nonprofit known for addiction recovery—received a $200K grant from Allen County Council and will open a new facility in Fort Wayne by March. The center will offer group therapy, faith-based mentorship and job training to help residents rebuild their lives. WOWO
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Less than a month after its listing, the former Freeland Mansion is under contract after an accepted offer on the $6.75 million property — once owned by Dick Freeland and his wife when they opened their first Pizza Hut franchise — and the 39,000 square-foot home on a 50-acre site will close in December. 21Alive
- ➤ Developers presented plans on Thursday for a proposed 66-unit tiny home development on Fort Wayne’s south side near Lower Huntington and Winchester Roads that could offer affordable housing for lower-income residents, first-time buyers, and veterans. The compact homes range from 240 to 540 square feet and cost between $50,000 and $150,000—each with off-street parking and a planned one-acre adjacent commercial building. WOWO
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A Motown Christmas
7-8:30 p.m. — Embassy Theatre — Cost not listed — Experience a festive show blending Motown classics with holiday favorites in a spectacular evening for the whole family.
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Gabriel Iglesias Live Performance
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Experience the laughter of one of the highest grossing comedians in the world.
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Bishop Hezekiah Walker at S.O.U.L. Fest 2025
8-9:30 p.m. — Clyde Theatre — Starting at $27 — Experience a soul-stirring celebration of faith, music, and community with renowned gospel artist Hezekiah Walker.
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Northrop Holiday Craft Bazaar
9 a.m. — Northrop High School — Free entry — Explore local crafts and enjoy delicious concessions at this festive bazaar.
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Father-Son Golf Tournament
12-6 p.m. — Urban Golf — Registration required — Bring your swing and your son for a day of friendly competition and bonding on the greens.
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emPower Breakfast Networking Event
6:40-8:40 a.m. — Fort Wayne Country Club — Networking opportunity — Connect with local entrepreneurs at this inspiring monthly breakfast gathering.
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Fort Wayne Komets vs. Kalamazoo Wings
7:30-9:05 p.m. — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — Tickets required — Enjoy a thrilling hockey game and participate in a silent auction for game-worn jerseys.
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Festival of Gingerbread
9 a.m. – 8 p.m. — The History Center — Admission details not provided — Celebrate the holiday season with Fort Wayne's cherished gingerbread creations and festive cheer.
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Face 2 Face Tribute Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Clyde Theatre — $15+ — Experience the electrifying tribute to Elton John and Billy Joel performed by the talented Face 2 Face band.
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Sensory Friendly Breakfast with Santa
9-10:30 a.m. — Embassy Theatre — Check the event page for cost — Enjoy a sensory-friendly holiday breakfast experience with activities and performances for the whole family.
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