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Saturday, December 6th, 2025
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, the Allen County Council of Veteran Organizations will hold a ceremony to honor the anniversary of Pearl Harbor’s bombing on Dec. 7, 1941 — a solemn tribute remembered by the community. KPC News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Kevin Still, President and CEO of Keystone Cooperative, will be inducted into the Cooperative Hall of Fame in Oct. 2026 (in Washington, D.C.) for his 41 years of leadership; his work grew Keystone into a $3 billion enterprise serving 20,000 farmers. US 93.3
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Christmas festivities are underway at Glenbrook Square today, bringing seasonal cheer and community spirit to locals. Organizers promise a range of holiday activities & treats for visitors. 21Alive
- ➤ Saint Francis is hosting various Christmas events from Dec. 5 through Dec. 9 — including a self-guided tour at Brookside mansion, Breakfast with St. Nicholas today at North Campus gymnasium, and a Living Nativity at the Oratory on Dec. 7 — with all ages invited to join the celebrations. US 93.3
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Indiana University Bloomington and Turnstone are partnering to launch a six-week online Self-Empowerment Awareness Training course to help people with disabilities learn AI tools for self-advocacy; community members can complete a brief survey by next Friday to sign up for one-hour sessions and receive $175. The Journal Gazette
- ➤ Indiana starts a new aid season for high school seniors who must complete the FAFSA by April 15, aiming to meet the 60 percent filing goal that unlocked over $1.4 billion in aid last year. Financial aid directors in Fort Wayne view the form as key to boosting postsecondary enrollment. The Journal Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Allen County commissioners approved a $200,000 grant for the local nonprofit Fort Wayne Adult and Teen Challenge to remodel a facility at 2025 Olladale Drive for a men's addiction treatment center; the program, with a 75% success rate and a 25-man capacity, will open next year. The Journal Gazette
- ➤ Indiana House members debated a bill Thursday to add a casino license for Fort Wayne with a minimum $50 million fee, which Mayor Sharon Tucker urged for economic benefits. Some local residents voiced concerns about gambling’s impact on community values—sparking a heated discussion. WFFT-TV
- ➤ Construction on Riverfront Phase IIB along the north bank of the St. Marys River continues despite state and federal permit changes (no-rise rule) that remove the tree canopy trail and public docks. The city will finish other public improvements by 2026. US 93.3
- ➤ Fort Wayne City Utilities is repairing a water main break that blocked traffic in the 2700 block of Spring Street near Saint Francis - the road between Lindenwood and Leesburg Roads remains closed with no repair time provided. 21Alive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Indiana Conservation Officers warn that all ice should be treated as unsafe until tested, urging residents to use an ice auger (4 inches for ice fishing and 5 inches for snowmobiling) and wear life jackets while enjoying winter sports. WOWO
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ During the annual Silent Night game, FOX 55's Drew Frey interviewed students courtside as the Taylor Trojans reached 10 points and later beat Moody Bible 118-33 on Dec. 5 — a tradition celebrated each year. WFFT-TV
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Project Ballet: The Nutcracker
1-2:30 p.m. — Embassy Theatre — Ticket prices vary — A magical holiday performance featuring over 150 local children in a beloved classic.
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Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol
7:30-9 p.m. — Embassy Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a heartwarming musical adaptation of the classic holiday tale featuring melodies by Dolly Parton.
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The Mom Match Social
6-8:30 p.m. — The Ari Creative Event Studio — $25 — An evening filled with socializing, shopping, and inspiration for moms in the community.
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Tales of Vicious Mockery
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Entry fee varies — Experience a laughter-filled evening with improvised D&D comedy shenanigans.
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Josh Wolf Stand-Up Comedy Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of laughter with acclaimed comedian Josh Wolf.
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Stuttering John Melendez Live
7-8:30 p.m. — Fort Wayne Comedy Club — Tickets available — Experience a night of comedy with former Tonight Show announcer Stuttering John.
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Melt and Manifest
4-6 p.m. — Wixporium candle bar — In-person — Let go and enjoy a fun night of candles, music, and meaning while supporting a good cause.
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Parkview Field Holiday Lights
6-7:30 p.m. — Parkview Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a dazzling display of holiday lights at Fort Wayne's iconic venue.
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Holiday Pops Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — PFW Music Center — Ticketed event — Experience festive melodies and meet real reindeer in this enchanting holiday performance.
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Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons Women's Basketball vs. Aquinas Saints
7-8:30 p.m. — Hilliard Gates Sports Center, Fort Wayne, IN — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling college basketball game featuring the Mastodons against the Saints.
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