In today’s edition:

🚧 Part of Maumee Pathway Trail closing for three weeks

🏥 Storypoint Fort Wayne North ranks among nation’s top assisted living providers

🎲 Key Dates for Dungeon Con

🎨 Fort Wayne Arts Festival ushers in changes for 2025

🎶 Annual event supports Fort Wayne Children's Choir returns Saturday

✈️ Fort Wayne International Airport hosting job fair

⚡ Indiana advocates press for data center pause amid rising energy demand

🥚 Local poultry farms see egg sales jump amidst high store prices

🚨 DNR releases new information about snowmobile crash that killed two near Churubusco

Sports

🏀 Irish women No. 1 for first time since 2019

🏊 Carroll honors swimmers with Walk of Champions

📰News

🚧 Part of Maumee Pathway Trail closing for three weeks
A section of the Maumee Pathway Trail will close for three weeks for scheduled maintenance. The temporary closure affects local access and recreational activities. Plan alternate routes during this period. Enhanced facilities will boost user experience. Read more from WFFT here

🏥 Storypoint Fort Wayne North ranks among nation’s top assisted living providers
Storypoint Fort Wayne North has been recognized as one of the nation’s top assisted living providers, widely acknowledged for excellence in care and service. The recognition highlights quality standards and a strong commitment to residents. Read more from WFFT here

🎲 Key Dates for Dungeon Con
Goodman Games outlines key dates for Dungeon Con, providing important deadlines and event highlights for attendees. The schedule covers registration, programming, and special events for gamers and enthusiasts. Stay updated on details for everyone. Read more from Goodman Games here

🎨 Fort Wayne Arts Festival ushers in changes for 2025
The Fort Wayne Arts Festival unveils 2025 changes, introducing new programming, venue adjustments, and enhanced community engagement. Organizers plan to update event formats and experiences to reflect evolving artistic trends. Read more from WFFT here

🎶 Annual event supports Fort Wayne Children's Choir returns Saturday
The annual event supporting the Fort Wayne Children's Choir returns this Saturday, highlighting community engagement and music education. The fundraiser aims to benefit the choir through donations and sponsorships, fostering cultural enrichment and artistic growth. Read more from WFFT here

✈️ Fort Wayne International Airport hosting job fair
Fort Wayne International Airport is set to host a job fair, providing employment opportunities and resources for local residents. The event connects job seekers with employers and industry professionals. Read more from WFFT here

⚡ Indiana advocates press for data center pause amid rising energy demand
Indiana advocates are urging a pause on data center development amid rising energy demand. The call for a moratorium highlights concerns over energy consumption and infrastructure strain. Stakeholders emphasize sustainable growth and careful planning. Read more from Canary Media here

🥚 Local poultry farms see egg sales jump amidst high store prices
Local poultry farms are experiencing a jump in egg sales as store prices remain high. The trend reflects consumer response to rising retail costs, with farm production noted. Farmers report boosted demand and market resilience. Read more from WANE here

🚨 DNR releases new information about snowmobile crash that killed two near Churubusco
The Department of Natural Resources has released new information regarding a fatal snowmobile crash near Churubusco, which resulted in two deaths. Speed and weather may have contributed. Toxicology results are pending Read more from WANE here

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🏀🏈Sports🏒⚾

🏀 Irish women No. 1 for first time since 2019
The Irish women's team has achieved the No. 1 ranking for the first time since 2019, marking a significant milestone in their athletic performance. The accomplishment reflects strong teamwork and consistent determination throughout the season. Read more from WANE here

🗓️ Fort Wayne Komets Game Schedule

Upcoming Komets Games

Feb 19 | 7:00 PM – Fort Wayne @ Indy
Feb 21 | 7:35 PM – Reading @ Fort Wayne
Feb 22 | 7:35 PM – Reading @ Fort Wayne
Feb 23 | 5:00 PM – Tulsa @ Fort Wayne

🏊 Carroll honors swimmers with Walk of Champions
Carroll recognizes swimmers during its Walk of Champions event, celebrating athletic achievements and community involvement. The ceremony honors local athletes for their dedication and performance, inspiring future champions. Event highlights include awards and public tributes. Read more from WANE here

Today’s Weather Forecast.

🌡️ Day: 20°F | Cloudy, Night Snow
☁️ Cloudy skies and very cold. Winds WNW at 8 mph.

🌅 Sunrise: 7:28 AM | 🌇 Sunset: 6:20 PM

🌙 Night: 12°F | Snow Showers Late
❄️ Clouds stick around with snow showers after midnight (40% chance). Winds WNW at 11 mph.

💨 Humidity: 74% (Day) | 84% (Night)
🌬 Wind: WNW 8-11 mph

Wednesday, February 19

🎶 Music

• Carolyn Martin (Jazz) – Charlie's Place (6 PM) No cover

• Open Mic w/Dr. Dom – Deer Park Irish Pub (6:30 PM) Free

• Q & The Cold Fusion (Jazz) – The Club Room at The Clyde (7 PM) No cover

• Fort Wayne Philharmonic: Mendelssohn, Mozart, & More – The History Center (7:30 PM) $25

• Wednesday Night Jazz Jam w/The Phil Schurger Trio – Stan's Room at Piere’s (8 PM - 11 PM) $5

🎨 Art

• Annual Fine Art Competition – Clark Gallery, Honeywell Center (8 AM - 5 PM) Free

• The United States Colored Troops Exhibit – ACPL Rolland Center for Lincoln Research (9 AM - 9 PM) Free

• Hubble & Webb Space Telescopes Exhibit – Science Central (10 AM - 4 PM) $10-$12

• Floor is Lava Interactive Exhibit – Botanical Conservatory (10 AM - 5 PM) $5-$7

• Movement: Black Art in Focus – Fort Wayne Museum of Art (10 AM - 6 PM) $8-$10

• The Mexican Portfolios Exhibit – Fort Wayne Museum of Art (10 AM - 6 PM) $8-$10

• Posthumous Exhibition Honoring Sarah Creason – The Orchard Gallery (10 AM - 6 PM) Free

🎭 Theatre

• A Year with Frog & Toad (Student Matinee) – Honeywell Center (10 AM & 12 PM) $10

• Hadestown (Broadway Tour) – Embassy Theatre (7:30 PM) $35-$75

⛸️ Recreation

• Headwaters Park Ice Skating – Headwaters Park (4 PM - 9 PM) $6

😂 Comedy

• Meredith Masonry & Tiffany Jenkins (Comedy) – Summit City Comedy Club (7 PM) $27-$47

• Dicky’s Wild Hare Team Trivia – Dicky’s Wild Hare (7 PM - 9 PM) Free