Fort Wayne
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Thursday, December 25th, 2025
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of December.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ NineHouse reopened for one final day on Dec. 24, giving local shoppers a last chance to visit before it permanently closed. 21Alive
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Veterans National Memorial Shrine and Museum in Fort Wayne will close for two months to reorganize artifact storage and set-up new exhibits. It will close on Monday and reopen on March 2 while the memorial grounds remain open daily. The Journal Gazette
- ➤ Today, Parkview Field becomes a festive walk-through with 1.5 million lights and interactive displays (tickets cost $12) for families downtown, open from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. today and nightly through Jan. 3. WFFT-TV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A study shows Indiana welcomed 83 million tourists in 2024, spending nearly $17 billion and supporting over 210,000 jobs. Fort Wayne and Allen County had 9.2 million visitors, and officials say the record year is boosting local economies and funding essential public services. The Journal Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Southwest Allen County Schools will meet on Jan. 6 to decide on a $430,000 contract that funds eight-hour coverage by five school resource officers at its schools through a state safety grant and referendum revenue; meanwhile, Northwest Allen County Schools recently approved a similar deal with the county sheriff. The Journal Gazette
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A new housing study shows nearly 35% of incoming downtown residents will move from outside Indiana, and downtown plus East Central could add about 1,280 and 300 market-rate homes over the next five years (Mayor Sharon Tucker said the plan aims to welcome families). The Journal Gazette
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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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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!
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Parkview Field Holiday Lights
6:00 – 7:30 p.m. — Parkview Field — Ticket prices vary — Experience a delightful holiday lights show at Parkview Field.
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Parkview Field Holiday Lights
6-7:30 p.m. — Parkview Field — Free entry — Experience a magical walk-thru of brilliant holiday light displays synchronized to festive music.
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Fort Wayne Komets vs. Bloomington Bison
7:30-9:05 p.m. — Allen County War Memorial Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate New Year's Eve with hockey action and exciting prizes during Chuck-A-Puck Night.
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Make 2026 the greatest year of your life
On January 10, 2026, Timothy will be leading a 3 hour Heroic workshop where you will join Heroes in your local community for a powerful, in-person Heroic Workshop experience designed to help you master your Energy, Work, and Love — and activate your best self. You’ll leave with clarity, a protocol, and the momentum to make 2026 your greatest year ever.
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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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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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Fort Wayne Philharmonic - American Beauty
7:30-9:30 p.m. — PFW Music Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate America's 250th birthday with American classical music featuring renowned violinist Holly Mulcahy.
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Comedy and Magic Night with Taylor Hughes & Nick Paul
4-6 p.m. — Summit City Comedy Club — Tickets required — Enjoy an unforgettable blend of comedy, magic, and storytelling from world-class performers.
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