In today’s edition:

🏎️ Developers withdraw plans for Allen County racetrack ahead of zoning vote

💉 5 more measles cases confirmed in Allen County, free vaccine clinics scheduled

🤝 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Indiana looking for mentors for local kids

🏗️ Who should lead North River development? Public, private sectors split

🍎 Fort Wayne promoting healthy eating habits through new Pick, Plant and Plate program

📚 Allen County Public Library celebrates National Library Week; Executive Director expresses concern for future

🚶 Trail systems in jeopardy after state budget cuts Next Level Trail program

🏁 Indianapolis Motor Speedway Fan Fest returns to Fort Wayne for second year

🚿 New car wash voted down by Fort Wayne City Council

Sports

🐉 Dragons quiet Fort Wayne’s Bats, Tincaps fall 5-0

📰News

🏎️ Developers withdraw plans for Allen County racetrack ahead of zoning vote
Developers have canceled plans for an Allen County racetrack as a zoning vote approaches. The decision comes ahead of scheduled public review, prompting reevaluation of development. Read more from WANE 15 here.

💉 5 more measles cases confirmed in Allen County, free vaccine clinics scheduled
Five additional measles cases confirmed in Allen County intensify concerns during ongoing outbreak. Health officials schedule free vaccine clinics to combat spread and provide immunizations. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🤝 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Indiana looking for mentors for local kids
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Indiana seek new mentors for local children. The organization encourages community members to volunteer and mentor local youth. Applicants should complete the enrollment process promptly. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🏗️ Who should lead North River development? Public, private sectors split
Public and private sectors remain divided over leadership for North River development. Stakeholders present differing visions for investment and management. Decision makers are still in discussions, and community input is encouraged throughout the process. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🍎 Fort Wayne promoting healthy eating habits through new Pick, Plant and Plate program
Fort Wayne introduces the Pick, Plant and Plate program to encourage healthy eating habits. The initiative provides nutritional education, resource guides, and activities focused on sustainable food choices. Local residents can access schedules and information. Read more from WFFT here.

📚 Allen County Public Library celebrates National Library Week; Executive Director expresses concern for future
Allen County Public Library celebrates National Library Week with community events and special displays. The Executive Director highlights achievements while expressing concerns about future library funding and sustainability. Programs and innovative initiatives continue evolving. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🚶 Trail systems in jeopardy after state budget cuts Next Level Trail program
State budget cuts threaten trail systems as the Next Level Trail program faces reduced funding. Officials report impacts on maintenance and project expansion. Local communities seek solutions to preserve recreational access. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🏁 Indianapolis Motor Speedway Fan Fest returns to Fort Wayne for second year
Indianapolis Motor Speedway Fan Fest returns to Fort Wayne for its second year, featuring family-friendly activities and interactive exhibits. Event organizers emphasize community engagement and celebration of motorsports culture. Local attendance expected to rise. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🚿 New car wash voted down by Fort Wayne City Council
A proposed new car wash development was voted down by the Fort Wayne City Council. The decision reflects community concerns and debates over local infrastructure priorities. Read more from WANE 15 here.

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🏀🏈Sports🏒⚾

🐉 Dragons quiet Fort Wayne’s Bats, Tincaps fall 5-0
In a pitching-dominant performance, the Dragons shut out the Tincaps, winning 5-0. The Dragons' pitchers stifled the attack only allowing 2 hits. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🗓️Fort Wayne Komets Game Schedule

Friday, April 11
@ Toledo Walleye
📍 Huntington Center
🕒 Puck Drops: 7:15 PM EDT

Saturday, April 12 – Blackout Night
vs Bloomington Bison
📍 Memorial Coliseum
🕒 Puck Drops: 7:35 PM EDT

Sunday, April 13 – Regular Season Finale
vs Bloomington Bison
📍 Memorial Coliseum
🕒 Puck Drops: 5:00 PM EDT
🏆 Post-Game Team Awards

⚾Tincaps Schedule

• Thursday, April 10: at Dayton Dragons, 7:05 PM EDT

• Friday, April 11: at Dayton Dragons, 7:05 PM EDT

• Saturday, April 12: at Dayton Dragons, 1:05 PM EDT

• Sunday, April 13: at Dayton Dragons, 1:05 PM EDT

Today’s Weather Forecast.

Daytime Forecast
☁️ 50° | Decreasing Clouds
Cloudy skies early will gradually give way to some sunshine. A cool but refreshing spring day, perfect for a cozy café stop. Winds from the NNE at 10–15 mph will keep things breezy. Humidity 62%

🌅 Sunrise: 7:07 AM
🌇 Sunset: 8:16 PM

🌙 Friday Night Forecast
🌗 31° | Partly Cloudy
Chilly and partly cloudy tonight, a good excuse to break out the blankets. Winds from the north at 5–10 mph will make it feel crisp. Humidity 68%

Thursday, April 10

🎵 Music

• Fort Wayne Philharmonic: Stories in Music — Peter and the Wolf
  ACPL Pontiac Branch — Free

• Barley Priest (Variety)
  Sylvan Cellars — No cover

• The Cold Hearts (Country)
  The Club Room at The Clyde — No cover

• Joe Justice (Variety)
  High St. Bar & Grill — Free

• PFW Piano Studio Recital (Piano)
  PFW Rhinehart Recital Hall — Free

• Chris Hambrick (Variety)
  Wrigley Field Bar & Grill — No cover

• Tronic Thursdays (Electronic)
  O'Sullivan's — No cover

🎨 Art

• PFW Bachelor of Science Interior Design Exhibition
  PFW Visual Arts Gallery — Free admission

• PFW Bachelor of Fine Arts Thesis Seminar Exhibition
  Blue Jacket Inc. — Free admission

• Hubble and Webb Space Telescopes: New Views of the Universe
  Science Central — $10–$12

• Ceramics by Clyde Burt & Acrylic Paintings by Sherry Schroeder
  The Orchard Gallery of Fine Art — Free admission

• 45th National Print Exhibition
  Artlink — Free admission

• Ancient Methods, Modern Visions
  Fort Wayne Museum of Art — $5–$10

• Expressionism and Spirituality
  Fort Wayne Museum of Art — $5–$10

• JP Terlizzi: Creatures of Curiosity
  Fort Wayne Museum of Art — $5–$10

• Joy Groninger: Bound to be Free
  Ruth Koomler Art Gallery — Free admission

🎭 Festivals & Gatherings

• PFW/Sweetwater Band & Orchestra Festival
  PFW Music Center — Free

🧵 Classes & Workshops

• A Stitch in Time: Embroidery and the Education of Women
  Swinney Homestead — $20

• Intro to Fingerstyle Blues Workshop w/Michael J. Miles
  Sweetwater Sound — $60

🧠Trivia

• 2Toms Trivia Night
  2Toms Brewing Company — Free

🐾 Zoo

• Glo Wild
  Fort Wayne Zoo — $20–$25

😂 Comedy

• FunnyManGaitlin
  Summit City Comedy Club — $27–$37