In today’s edition:

🚨 Two Injured in Shooting on Lima Road

🏥 Parkview Health Expands Network in Partnership With Logansport Memorial Hospital

🏡 The 52nd Annual Fort Wayne Home & Garden Show Returns This Week

🎤 Student Performers Take on Biggest Show Choir Competition in 2025

🎬 Support the Fort Wayne Cinema Center at the 2025 Oscar Gala

👶 Baby Fair and Family Expo Brings Fun and Resources for All Ages to the Coliseum

🧂 Everybody's Going Through This Right Now: Salt Shortage Hits Allen County

🍩 Tom's Donuts Owners Respond to Lawsuit Alleging Multi-Million Dollar Payroll Fraud

🍔 Savor Burgers More Joins Union Street Markets Food Scene

❄️ A Snow Plow Crash and Excessive Force: Two Lawsuits Cost Fort Wayne Nearly $1M

Sports

🏒 Komets Fall Short in OT to Reading

🎓 Saint Francis Women Win on Senior Day, Men Fall to Spring Arbor

📰News

🚨 Two individuals sustained injuries following a shooting on Lima Road. Police arrived promptly and began investigating the incident. Victim conditions and incident circumstances are documented. Authorities are reviewing available evidence and safety protocols today. Read more from Wowo here.

🏥 Parkview Health partners with Logansport Memorial Hospital to expand regional healthcare. The collaboration integrates clinical services and resources, enhancing patient care and broadening network reach. Enhancements include expanded resources and improved community health. Read more from WANE here.

🏡 The 52nd Annual Fort Wayne Home & Garden Show returns this week, featuring vendor displays, innovative home designs, and gardening trends. Visitors explore interactive exhibits and expert advice for home improvement and garden planning. Read more from WANE here.

🎤 Student performers compete in the largest show choir contest of 2025, delivering choreographed routines and vocal displays. Contestants showcase team spirit and musical talent during high-energy performances, Read more from WANE here.

🎬 Support efforts for the Fort Wayne Cinema Center during the 2025 Oscar Gala event, highlighting fundraising activities and community engagement. Attendees benefit from cultural initiatives and creative programming, strengthening local arts infrastructure for details. Read more from WANE here..

👶 The Baby Fair and Family Expo at the Coliseum features interactive exhibits, resource booths, and engaging activities for all ages. Families access educational materials, entertainment, and community services in a vibrant setting with ease. Read more from WANE here.

🧂 A salt shortage in Allen County affects supply chains and stores. Disruptions in salt distribution lead to limited availability, impacting daily routines and product demand. Affected retailers report adjustments to inventory and ordering practices. Read more from WANE here.

🍩 Tom's Donuts owners issue a response to a lawsuit alleging multi-million dollar payroll fraud. The response outlines disputed claims regarding payroll discrepancies, financial records, and company practices. Read more from WFFT here.

🍔 Savor Burgers and More joins the Union Street Markets food scene, offering a diverse menu that enhances local culinary options. The restaurant introduces new flavors and dining experiences, attracting food enthusiasts in the neighborhood today. Read more from WFFT here.

❄️ Two lawsuits follow a snow plow crash and claims of excessive force, costing nearly $1M in Fort Wayne. Details cover crash specifics, equipment issues, and force use. Legal actions emphasize financial and operational impacts. Read more from WANE here.

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🏀🏈Sports🏒⚾

🏒 In overtime action, the Komets were unable to secure a win against Reading. Despite competitive play throughout regulation, the team ultimately fell short during extra time. Performance highlights and strategic efforts are evident in the OT period, as reported today. Read more from WANE here.

🗓️ Fort Wayne Komets Game Schedule

Upcoming Komets Games

🎓 On Senior Day, the Saint Francis women secured a win while the men lost to Spring Arbor. Performances showcased determination, with standout senior efforts fueling the women's victory and challenges affecting the men's outcome. Competitive play and tactical adjustments noted. Read more from WANE here.

Today’s Weather Forecast.

🌡️ High: 48°F | 🌧️ Showers Late | 🌬️ Windy
Mostly cloudy with a high of 48°F. Winds from the southwest at 15-25 mph, with stronger gusts possible. A breezy day ahead—hold onto your hats!

🌅 Sunrise: 7:21 AM | 🌇 Sunset: 6:26 PM
🧴 UV Index: Low (no sunscreen needed!)

🌙 Monday Night – Rain Showers Incoming

🌡️ Low: 34°F | 🌧️ 50% Chance of Rain
Clouds stick around, and rain showers may roll in late. Winds stay steady from the southwest at 10-15 mph.

Monday, February 24

🎶 Music

• Joe Justice (Variety) – 3:00 PM | Five Star Senior Living | Free

• G-Money & Special Guests (Blues) – 7:00 PM | The Club Room at The Clyde | No Cover

• PFW Choral Concert: By Truth, By Justice, and By Peace (Choral) – 7:30 PM | PFW Auer Performance Hall | $5 – $8

🎨 Art

• Annual Fine Art Competition – 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Clark Gallery, Honeywell Center | Free Admission

• Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition – 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM | PFW Visual Arts Gallery | Free Admission

• The United States Colored Troops Exhibit – 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM | ACPL Rolland Center for Lincoln Research | Free Admission

• Posthumous Exhibition Honoring Sarah Creason – 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM | The Orchard Gallery of Fine Art | Free Admission

🎤 Trivia

• Wrigley Team Trivia Night – 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Wrigley Field Bar & Grill | Free