Fort Wayne
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Friday, December 26th, 2025
Good morning, Fort Wayne. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Heimach Senior Center recently received a $175 gift from the Spencerville Order of the Eastern Star (boosting its emergency food bank) to help local seniors. Center officials (including key staff) say the donation supports ongoing food assistance efforts. KPC News
- ➤ Fort Wayne news looked back at 2025 by highlighting major sports stories, local arts projects, and Mayor Sharon Tucker's reflections as she prepares for changes in 2026; the series also features the Editorial Board's Citizen of the Year pick + other local highlights. The Journal Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The locally owned Fort Wayne novelty shop Stoner’s Funstore was vandalized on Christmas Eve but will replace its broken window before reopening today+ the shop asks locals to support it. 21Alive
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Downtown's former Scottish Rite venue is getting renovations led by local businessman Chuck Surack, with full-speed work starting in January and an expected 2028 reopening. The cost has risen from $30 million to about $40-50 million, as the project updates seating, sound, and lighting systems (while preserving the historic facade). The Journal Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ PFW will add 10 new club sports in 2026 — including football and women's volleyball among six sports without varsity teams. This change will give students new ways to engage in athletics. WFFT-TV
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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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Plates and Mates Dinner Series
6-7:30 p.m. — DAE GEE KOREAN BBQ — $10 reservation — Enjoy a curated dinner with like-minded locals, fantastic food, and great conversations.
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