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Tuesday, November 18th, 2025
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Next week, the 30th Stuff-A-Bus Radiothon will run from November 24 to 26 to collect non-perishable food for 20 food pantries across Allen County; donations will be accepted from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Darlington Holiday Warehouse parking lot (615 W. Coliseum Blvd). 21Alive
- ➤ Fort Wayne NPHC will host its third annual Unity Lighting event on Monday, Nov. 24 from 5:45 to 6:30 p.m. at McKinnie Commons on Fort Wayne’s southeast side—featuring a performance by Folklor De Mi Terra by Vanessa Escobar, holiday giveaways, and free holiday meals. 21Alive
- ➤ The Christmas on Broadway tree arrived at Broadway Plaza and stands as a festive symbol as local organizers plan holiday events to welcome community members in the coming days. 21Alive
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Fort Wayne International Airport will start non-stop flights to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport on Allegiant Air beginning November 20; the inaugural flight will leave at 5:56 p.m. (Fort Wayne-Allen County Airport Authority and Allen County Commissioner Ron Turpin will attend). WFFT-TV
- ➤ Bubba’s 33 opened Monday at 317 E. Coliseum Blvd. in Fort Wayne, bringing a made-from-scratch menu to the Summit City. The restaurant—founded by the creator of Texas Roadhouse—served pizza, wings and burgers at 11 a.m. and gave mystery pizza boxes to the first 100 guests while creating 200 local jobs. WANE 15
- ➤ Pint & Slice in downtown Fort Wayne will close on December 31 because rising food prices have made it too hard for the small, family-run pizzeria to keep up — the Thomas family announced the decision on Facebook and thanked customers for their support. 21Alive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Allen County Public Library and Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory are launching Fern’s Fairylight Express, a new children’s book by local author Talitha Shipman—families borrowing a copy get a free admission pass for an exhibit. The exhibit will run from November 22 until April 12 while the 20 donated copies are available for checkout immediately at the library. WFFT-TV
- ➤ Weird Al Yankovic will perform at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum on October 15 as part of his BIGGER — WEIRDER 2026 Tour—where he plays his well-known parodies; tickets go on sale November 21 at 10 a.m. He plans to build on his 2025 run—when he played for over 500,000 fans in 67 cities—by visiting 90 cities across North America. WFFT-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ After a large fire sparked concern Monday, Eagle Marsh Nature Preserve at 6801 Engle Rd. — a wetlands area on the city's southwest border — started a controlled burn, and fire officials confirmed that no further emergency response is needed. 21Alive
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Fort Financial Credit Union received federal approval from the NCUA to hold a member vote on its proposed merger with INOVA Federal Credit Union—members will soon get instructions on how to cast their ballots. The merger would create a new credit union serving over 70,000 members and is expected to be finalized by early 2026. WFFT-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Aqua Indiana leaders broke ground on a $28 million wastewater treatment plant expansion near Lutheran Hospital in southwest Allen County. The expansion will serve customers in Allen, Huntington and Whitley counties and is expected to be completed in 2027 while reducing sanitary sewer overflows and improving odor control and sludge treatment. The Journal Gazette
- ➤ The Fort Wayne City Utilities Department is asking residents to keep raked leaves off the streets because rain is forecast to wash leaves into storm drains and cause backups. Officials warn leaves can block drainage flows—residents should place them in the park strip or behind the curb. 21Alive
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ In their final regular season game, #21 St. Francis defeated Judson 63-20 + earned an NAIA Playoff berth and will host Evangel University in Round 1. WFFT-TV
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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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