In today’s edition:

🚓 Man Accused Of Leading Police On Pursuit Across Fort Wayne

⛳ Back 9 Golf Entertainment Joins Northeast Fort Wayne Development

🚨 Two Fort Wayne Women Arrested On Human Trafficking Charges

🚧 Bridge Repairs Causing Five Month Road Closure In Northern Allen County

❤️ Spring Into Action: Learn, Donate, Volunteer During Red Cross Month

🍽️ United Way Works To Bridge Food Insecurity In Allen County With Annual Community Food Drive

🏢 Southeast Apartment Complex Due For Renovation, May Get Opportunity

🏅 No Fish Tale: Parkview Nurse Receives International Award For Using Cod Skin Grafts

🚆 Planning Chugs Along For Fort Wayne Passenger Rail Amidst Federal Funding Freeze

Sports

🦣 Mastodons in Mix for First Horizon League Title

🏆 Norwell Looking for Program's First State Title

📰News

🚓 Man Accused Of Leading Police On Pursuit Across Fort Wayne
A Fort Wayne man is accused of leading police on a pursuit across the city. The incident unfolded as law enforcement chased the suspect through multiple neighborhoods. Authorities report clear evidence and pending charges. Read more from WANE 15 here.

⛳ Back 9 Golf Entertainment Joins Northeast Fort Wayne Development
Back 9 Golf Entertainment is integrating into a new Northeast Fort Wayne development. The venture aims to enhance local leisure and entertainment opportunities with promising prospects. The project highlights innovative design and community engagement strategies. Read more from WFFT here.

🚨 Two Fort Wayne Women Arrested On Human Trafficking Charges
Two Fort Wayne women have been arrested on charges related to human trafficking. The investigation reveals connections to illegal activities and exploitation networks. Authorities are detailing arrest circumstances and potential impacts on ongoing cases. Read more from Inkfree News here.

🚧 Bridge Repairs Causing Five Month Road Closure In Northern Allen County
Bridge repairs in northern Allen County have resulted in a five-month road closure on Kell Road. The maintenance work aims to improve structural integrity and safety. Local authorities provide updates on traffic diversions and expected project completion timelines. Read more from WFFT here.

❤️ Spring Into Action: Learn, Donate, Volunteer During Red Cross Month
Community members are encouraged to learn, donate, and volunteer during Red Cross Month. The initiative promotes active engagement in disaster preparedness and relief efforts. Local events and donation opportunities are scheduled throughout the month. Read more from WFFT here today.

🍽️ United Way Works To Bridge Food Insecurity In Allen County With Annual Community Food Drive
United Way is addressing food insecurity in Allen County with its annual community food drive. The event collects donations to support local families and food banks. Organizers emphasize community collaboration and resource distribution efficiency. Read more from WANE here now.

🏢 Southeast Apartment Complex Due For Renovation, May Get Opportunity
A southeast apartment complex is set for renovation amid potential new opportunities. The project focuses on improving living conditions and modernizing facilities. Stakeholders outline renovation plans, timelines, and expected community benefits. Read more from WANE here.

🏅 No Fish Tale: Parkview Nurse Receives International Award For Using Cod Skin Grafts
A Parkview nurse has received an international award for use of cod skin grafts in patient care. The recognition highlights breakthrough medical techniques and commitment to improved treatment outcomes. The achievement reinforces the hospital’s reputation. Read more from WANE here.

🚆 Planning Chugs Along For Fort Wayne Passenger Rail Amidst Federal Funding Freeze
Planning for Fort Wayne passenger rail continues despite a federal funding freeze. Officials maintain progress on project development while addressing financial challenges. Discussions focus on scheduling, infrastructure, and long-term benefits for local transit improvements. Read more from WANE here today.

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🏀🏈Sports🏒⚾

🦣 Mastodons in Mix for First Horizon League Title
The Mastodons are vying for their first Horizon League title. Strong performances and key matchups have placed the team among top contenders. Strategic plays and innovative coaching underscore their pursuit of historic league success. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🗓️ Fort Wayne Komets Game Schedule

Upcoming Komets Games

🏆 Norwell Looking for Program's First State Title
Norwell is seeking its program’s first state title. The high school team shows determination and skill this season. Key matchups and coaching fuel their pursuit as the program aims to capture its inaugural championship. Read more from WANE 15 here.

Today’s Weather Forecast.

🌡 Daytime: 45°F | Few Spotty Showers
Cloudy skies with occasional light showers. High of 45°F. Winds from the west at 10 to 20 mph.

🌅 Sunrise: 7:17 AM | Sunset: 6:29 PM
☀️ UV Index: Low
💨 Wind: W at 17 MPH
💧 Humidity: 79%

🌙 Thursday Night: 28°F | Clouds Early, Clearing Late
Cloudy skies in the evening, turning partly cloudy overnight. Low of 28°F. Winds from the west at 10 to 20 mph.

💨 Wind: W at 14 MPH
💧 Humidity: 81%

Expect a chilly and breezy day with lingering clouds and a few passing showers. Winds will keep things feeling brisk, so dress accordingly!

Thursday, February 27

Music

• Barley Priest (Variety) – Sylvan Cellars (6:00 PM) No Cover

• Heart Worms w/Punching Lucky, OHMS (Rock) – Fort Wayne Guitar Exchange (7:00 PM) $5

• Joe Hess Band (Country) – The Club Room at The Clyde (7:00 PM) No Cover

• Bandemonium w/Sun.Dyle, Islandwalker, Je’Yume (Variety) – Baker Street Centre (7:00 PM) $10

• The Ragtag Bunch (Celtic) – JK O'Donnell's (7:00 PM) No Cover

• Tronic Thursdays (Electronic) – O'Sullivan's (10:00 PM) No Cover

• Steve Aoki (DJ, National Show) – Piere’s (10:00 PM) $30-$40

Art

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

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

• Hubble and Webb Space Telescopes: New Views of the Universe – Science Central (10:00 AM - 4:00 PM) $10-$12

• Movement: Black Art in Focus – Fort Wayne Museum of Art (10:00 AM - 8:00 PM) $5-$10

• The Mexican Portfolios – Fort Wayne Museum of Art (10:00 AM - 8:00 PM) $8-$10

• Lauren Gerig: Verdue – Artlink (10:00 AM - 8:00 PM) Free

• Phoebe Scott: Embodied – Artlink (10:00 AM - 8:00 PM) Free

• In the Wild – Artlink (10:00 AM - 8:00 PM) Free

• Floor is Lava – Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory (10:00 AM - 8:00 PM) $1-$7

Theatre

• The All New Wizard of Oz on Ice – Niswonger PAC (6:00 PM) $22.50-$59

• John Proctor is the Villain – PFW Williams Theatre (8:00 PM) $5-$18

Sports

• PFW vs. Northern Kentucky – Memorial Coliseum (7:00 PM)

Comedy

• Comedy Snapshot – Summit City Comedy Club (7:00 PM) $10

Karaoke

• Downtown Bar Karaoke – Downtown Bar (8:00 PM) Free