Good morning, Fort Wayne.

Community members gathered at Oak Grove Cemetery (a local site) on Saturday for a Wreaths Across America ceremony honoring fallen veterans with rifle volleys, taps and a color guard.

More than 4,200 locations will display 3 million fir wreaths on National Wreaths Across America Day (honoring veteran sacrifice) nationwide.

Public Service Credit Union held its Project Giveback event yesterday at its Fort Wayne and Huntington locations from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., offering holiday treats and a visit from Santa & Mrs. Claus as community members shared their Christmas wishes to help start a local tradition.

Farmer Denise Scarborough from LaPorte County has been re-elected as chair of the Indiana Soybean Alliance to boost local and global soybean value.

The board also re-elected Brian Warpup as vice chair and added new members, including directors from Wanatah, Huntingburg and Seymour, who will serve through 2026.

Starting this spring, Purdue Fort Wayne will let new admittees pick a sports management major or a sports leadership major for fall 2026, with the first based in the business school+ the second aimed at coaching and operations; current students must meet with advisors to change their programs.

The City of Fort Wayne honored late Reverend Ernest K.

Starks with a Memorial Parkway during yesterday’s dedication ceremony at Greater Mount Ararat Church — joined by Mayor Sharon Tucker and council members who signed a proclamation in his honor.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Fort Wayne Komets vs. Kalamazoo Wings

5:00-6:35 p.m. — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — Free tickets for 'A' students — Celebrate Report Card Night with a free ticket and post-game skate on the ice!

Parkview Field Holiday Lights

6:00 – 7:30 p.m. — Parkview Field — Ticket prices vary — Experience a delightful holiday lights show at Parkview Field.

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.