Fort Wayne Update March 3rd

The latest news & upcoming events in Fort Wayne Indiana

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In todayโ€™s edition:

๐Ÿš” Fort Wayne man pleads guilty to dealing meth from mother's home

๐Ÿ”ฅ Charโ€™s Grill and Smokehouse set for opening day in Woodburn

๐Ÿ”ซ Fatal shooting investigation underway on Drexel Avenue

๐Ÿค Learn more about Fort Wayne Kiwanis Club at the Membership Mingle

โœŠ Hoosier Human Rights Initiative protests on courthouse lawn

๐ŸฅŒ Fort Wayne Curling Club introduces lawn bowls to Northeast Indiana

โ„๏ธ Fort Wayne sees first colder-than-average winter in a decade

๐Ÿš† Train breaks down, halting traffic on Brooklyn Avenue

โš ๏ธ Adams County Treasurer warns of tax statement scam

๐Ÿฆ Zesto at Coventry hosts opening day

๐Ÿฆ Seeing robins again? They never left!

๐Ÿถ New Haven residents sponsor body armor for Indiana State Police K9

๐Ÿ’€ Carnage at the Coliseum returns to Fort Wayne

Sports

๐Ÿ’ Komets stay in the win column against Wings

๐Ÿ€ Norwell girls basketball wins first 3A state championship

Events and Live Music Schedule

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๐Ÿ“ฐNews

๐Ÿš” A Fort Wayne man pleaded guilty to dealing meth from his motherโ€™s home after a law enforcement investigation led to his arrest. Authorities say the case is part of ongoing drug enforcement efforts. Read more from WANE 15 here.

๐Ÿ”ฅ Charโ€™s Grill and Smokehouse in Woodburn is gearing up for its grand opening, bringing a new barbecue experience to the community. The restaurant specializes in smoked meats and hearty dishes. Read more from WANE 15 here.

๐Ÿ”ซ Fort Wayne police are investigating a fatal shooting on Drexel Avenue after officers found a victim with gunshot wounds. Authorities are seeking information from the public to assist in the case. Read more from WANE 15 here.

๐Ÿค The Fort Wayne Kiwanis Club is hosting a Membership Mingle, inviting community members to learn about their initiatives and join. The event includes networking and insights from members, encouraging local involvement. Read more from WANE 15 here.

โœŠ The Hoosier Human Rights Initiative gathered on the courthouse lawn, protesting for various social justice causes. Advocates raised awareness and called for policy changes to address key issues. Read more from WANE 15 here.

๐ŸฅŒ The Fort Wayne Curling Club is introducing lawn bowls to Northeast Indiana, offering a new recreational activity for all ages and skill levels. The club aims to expand community engagement in sports. Read more from WANE 15 here.

โ„๏ธ Fort Wayne recorded its first colder-than-average winter in a decade. Meteorologists note a shift in climate trends after years of mild winters, impacting seasonal expectations. Read more from WANE 15 here.

๐Ÿš† A train broke down on Brooklyn Avenue, blocking traffic and causing commuter delays. Crews worked to clear the obstruction while drivers were advised to find alternate routes. Read more from WANE 15 here.

โš ๏ธ The Adams County Treasurer warns residents of a tax statement scam involving fraudulent notices. Officials urge caution and advise verifying all statements before taking action. Read more from WANE 15 here.

๐Ÿฆ Zesto at Coventry opened for the season, welcoming customers eager for their favorite ice cream treats. The beloved shop marks the return of warmer weather traditions. Read more from WANE 15 here.

๐Ÿฆ Seeing robins again? They never actually left! Many robins stay in Indiana year-round, adapting to colder temperatures despite common belief. Read more from WANE 15 here.

๐Ÿถ New Haven residents raised funds to provide body armor for an Indiana State Police K9, helping protect the working dog in dangerous situations. Read more from WFFT here.

๐Ÿ’€ Carnage at the Coliseum returns March 7-9 with monster trucks, a Demolition Derby featuring 100+ cars, and the world premiere of High Roller III. Tickets start at $14, with proceeds benefiting the International Monster Truck Museum. Read more from WFFT here.

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๐Ÿ€๐ŸˆSports๐Ÿ’โšพ

๐Ÿ’ The Fort Wayne Komets secured another win against the Kalamazoo Wings, maintaining their strong season performance. Key plays helped the team dominate the game and keep momentum high. Read more from WANE 15 here.

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Fort Wayne Komets Game Schedule

Upcoming Komets Games

๐Ÿ“… March 5, 2025
๐Ÿ•ฆ 11:30 AM EST โ€“ Fort Wayne vs Bloomington
๐Ÿ“ Grossinger Motors Arena, Bloomington, IL


๐Ÿ“… March 7, 2025
๐Ÿ•– 7:00 PM EST โ€“ Fort Wayne vs Indy
๐Ÿ“ Fishers Event Center, Fishers, IN


๐Ÿ“… March 9, 2025
๐Ÿ•” 5:00 PM EST โ€“ Kalamazoo vs Fort Wayne
๐Ÿ“ Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, Fort Wayne, IN

๐Ÿ€ Norwell High Schoolโ€™s girls basketball team won the 3A state championship, securing their first title in program history. The hard-fought victory was celebrated by players, coaches, and fans. Read more from WFFT here.

Todayโ€™s Weather Forecast.

๐ŸŒก High: 43ยฐF | Low: 35ยฐF
๐ŸŒฅ Day: Mostly cloudy with a high of 43ยฐF. A light south breeze at 10-15 mph keeps things cool but comfortable. No need for an umbrellaโ€”just a cozy jacket!
๐ŸŒ™ Night: Partly cloudy early, then mostly cloudy overnight. Temps dip to 35ยฐF with a slight chance (20%) of rain.

โ˜€ Sunrise: 7:10 AM | ๐ŸŒ… Sunset: 6:34 PM

๐Ÿ’จ Wind: S 11 MPH (Day) | S 9 MPH (Night)
๐Ÿ’ง Humidity: 48% (Day) | 60% (Night)

Enjoy the warmer temps!

Events

Monday, March 3

Music

  • Gem (Singer-Songwriter) โ€“ 12:00 PM @ Sweetwater Sound (No Cover)

  • G-Money & Special Guests (Blues) โ€“ 7:00 PM @ The Club Room at The Clyde (No Cover)

  • Baker Street Centre Open Mic โ€“ 7:30 PM @ Baker Street Centre (Free)

  • icarus Quartet (Contemporary) โ€“ 7:30 PM @ PFW Rhinehart Recital Hall ($5 - $8)

Art

  • Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition โ€“ 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM @ PFW Visual Arts Gallery (Free)

  • The United States Colored Troops Exhibit โ€“ 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM @ ACPL Rolland Center for Lincoln Research (Free)

Workshops

  • Suhr Guitars Clinic w/Andy Wood โ€“ 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM @ Sweetwater Sound (Free, Ticketed)

Trivia

  • Wrigley Team Trivia Night โ€“ 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ Wrigley Field Bar & Grill (Free)

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