Fort Wayne
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Friday, December 12th, 2025
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Franciscan Center Family Thrift will host its first-ever Bin Sale today and tomorrow from noon + 6:00 p.m. at 500 E. State Blvd in the former Kelly Chevrolet building across from Northside High School, where donated clothing sells for $1.50 per pound to support vital local programs. Around Fort Wayne
- ➤ YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne announced Tuesday it received a $1 million grant from Lilly Endowment to improve facilities and expand programming at YMCA Camp Potawotami, a century-old camp serving local families. WOWO
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Indiana Chamber's Coolest Thing Made IN Indiana tournament narrowed its field from 32 to 16 as the third voting round runs from Dec. 11 — Dec. 16 online, featuring contenders from 13 cities including two each from Fort Wayne, Elkhart and Indianapolis competing for a quarterfinals spot. WFFT-TV
- ➤ Google announced its Fort Wayne data center is now operational ahead of today's public forum at the Grand Wayne Center, where officials and company representatives will answer community questions. The company said it is investing in local infrastructure including water improvements and STEM training donations. The Journal Gazette
- ➤ A $50K winning Powerball ticket was purchased recently at United Marathon gas station on Brooklyn Avenue in Fort Wayne, and the winning numbers drawn on Wednesday, Dec. 10 must be claimed within 180 days per Hoosier Lottery rules. 21Alive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fort Wayne Public Art Commission selected artist James Lucey to design Flow, a kinetic light sculpture that will replace the artwork in the 77 Steps Alleyway on West Berry Street (between Harrison and Calhoun streets). Installation is planned for early summer 2026. US 93.3
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Indiana high school seniors and college students can apply for the Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, which provides $10K per year for up to four years for those pledging to teach in the state. Applications are available online until Feb. 28, and winners will be notified in April. WFFT-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Sharon Tucker honored 122 city employees for 25, 30, 35, 40 and 45 years of service in a ceremony that recognized workers from City Utilities (Community Development, Fire, Parks and Recreation, Police and Public Works) for their commitment to Fort Wayne. WFFT-TV
- ➤ Allen County Council will meet with residents next week at Memorial Coliseum to discuss the possibility of a casino in the area — the meeting is solely to gather public input with no formal action planned. The Journal Gazette
- ➤ INDOT crews pretreated roads overnight Wednesday after rainfall and snowmelt left some untreated spots slick, and additional snowfall is expected through the weekend. Motorists were reminded to slow down and give extra space behind plow trucks (watch dash camera updates) to stay safe. WFFT-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The American Red Cross will host the 31st Annual Allen County Battle of the Badges Blood Drive from Dec. 15 to 20 in Summit City. Donors can book appointments (fwbattle) to receive an exclusive long-sleeved T-shirt and vote for their favorite group. 21Alive
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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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Fort Wayne Komets vs. Cincinnati Cyclones
7:30-9:05 p.m. — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — Check auction and enjoy intermission activities — Experience the thrill of hockey while supporting a good cause with a silent jersey auction and fun prizes.
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Fort Wayne Philharmonic Holiday Pops
2-5 p.m. — PFW Music Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting sounds of the season with the Fort Wayne Philharmonic's beloved Holiday Pops performance.
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Parkview Field Holiday Lights
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Parkview Field — Ticket prices may vary — Enjoy a festive evening of dazzling holiday lights at Parkview Field.
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Indy Fuel vs. Fort Wayne Komets
7:30-9:05 p.m. — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — Free kids ticket with adult purchase — Experience an exciting hockey showdown with giveaways and a chance to support Goodwill.
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Stand-Up Comedy with Tyler Fischer
7-8:30 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Ticket info available — Experience the rising star of stand-up comedy in an intimate setting.
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2026 Winter Artistic Extravaganza
Unity Performing Arts Foundation will showcase all its artistic programs with performances and testimonials from youth ages 7 to 19, highlighting the impact of our leadership and arts training. Featured performances include the three-time World Champion Voices of Unity Youth Choir along with creative writing, public speaking, drama, dance, and piano programs led by our expert directors. This is your chance to see the excellence UNITY brings to young people and to learn how your child can become our next member. Visit UPAF.com or call 260-481-6719; admission is available exclusively through Eventbrite.
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