In today’s edition:

🌍 International Immigration Drove Indiana’s Growth Last Year, Not Births, Analysis Says

📬 Every Person in America Gets Mail Delivered, U.S. Postal Workers Rally at the Allen County Courthouse

🚂 All Aboard the Great Train Connection as It Returns to the Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory

🎥 Van Del Drive-In Screen Flops Over

🍹 Swizzle Market Offers Non-Alcoholic Drinks Ahead of St. Patrick’s Day

🎬 Auburn-Garrett Drive-In Screen Is Back Years After a Storm Devastated the Drive-In

🚔 1 in Custody After Early Morning Standoff

📊 Indiana Childcare Voucher Funding in Jeopardy with New Proposed Budget

🏘️ Southeast Fort Wayne Neighborhood to be Redeveloped

🤝 Partnership Eliminates Education Barriers for Sweetwater Employees

☕ The Grind to Open Second Location in Fort Wayne

Sports

🏀 Purdue Earns 4 Seed in NCAA Tournament, IU Misses Cut

🏒 Komets Rally Late to Hammer Wheeling Nailers 5-3

📰News

🌍 International immigration drove Indiana’s population growth last year while domestic births played a lesser role, as detailed in a new analysis. The report outlines migration trends and demographic shifts reshaping the state’s growth patterns. Read more from WANE 15 here

📬 Every person in America benefits from mail delivery while U.S. postal workers assemble at the Allen County Courthouse. The rally highlights their dedication to ensuring efficient postal services and safeguarding reliable communication across communities. Read more from WANE 15 here

🚂 All Aboard the Great Train Connection returns to the Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory. The event revives historic transit experiences for visitors as the train traverses scenic routes around the conservatory. Read more from WANE 15 here

🎥 Van Del Drive-In screen experiences malfunction as it flops over. The incident disrupts outdoor movie showings and raises safety concerns among patrons. Local authorities investigate the cause to prevent similar occurrences in the future. Read more from WANE 15 here

🍹 Swizzle Market offers a variety of non-alcoholic drinks ahead of St. Patrick’s Day. The new offerings cater to diverse preferences, providing festive alternatives without alcohol. This menu update reflects community trends. Read more from WANE 15 here

🎬 Auburn-Garrett drive-in screen returns after years of absence following storm damage. The impressive restoration revives outdoor movie experiences for the community, marking a significant milestone for local drive-in theaters and rekindling nostalgic traditions. Read more from WANE 15 here

🚔 One individual is in custody following an early morning standoff, according to local law enforcement reports. The incident involved heightened tensions and police action to defuse the situation. Authorities continue to investigate the events. Read more from WANE 15 here

📊 Indiana childcare voucher funding faces uncertainty under a new proposed budget. The plan threatens financial support for child care services, potentially affecting low-income families. Lawmakers debate revisions to secure necessary funding as discussions continue. Read more from WANE 15 here

🏘️ A redevelopment plan is underway for a southeast Fort Wayne neighborhood. The project aims to revitalize community spaces, improve infrastructure, and stimulate economic growth while preserving cultural heritage. Officials detail development and investment strategies. Read more from WANE 15 here

🤝 A partnership eliminates education barriers for Sweetwater employees by providing access to professional development. The collaboration supports workforce growth through training resources and tuition assistance. The initiative aims to boost employee skills and advancement. Read more from WANE 15 here

☕ The Grind is set to open its second location in Fort Wayne, expanding its offerings. The new venue promises a similar menu with quality coffee and food, aiming to serve a broader customer base. Read more from WANE 15 here

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🏀🏈Sports🏒⚾

🏀 Purdue secured a 4 seed in the NCAA Tournament after a strong season, while Indiana University did not earn a tournament bid. The article details season highlights, key matchups, and performance metrics influencing selections. Read more from WANE 15 here

🗓️ Fort Wayne Komets Game Schedule

Upcoming Komets Games

• 📅 March 21-23, 2025 | 🆚 Iowa Heartlanders | 📍 Xtream Arena, Coralville, IA

  • Friday, March 21 – 🕗 8:00 PM EDT

  • Saturday, March 22 – 🕖 7:00 PM EDT

  • Sunday, March 23 – 🕓 4:00 PM EDT

    The Komets hit the road for a three game showdown against Iowa!

  🏒 The Komets staged a late rally to defeat the Wheeling Nailers 5-3 Trailing 3-1 in the third period, the Komets rallied with four unanswered goals to secure a 5-3 comeback win over the Nailers. Five players scored, with strikes by Dugan and Ganske igniting surge and sealing victory with an empty-net goal. Read more from WANE 15 here

Today’s Weather Forecast.

• High: 51°F | Mostly Sunny ☀️

  • A gorgeous day ahead with a mix of sun and clouds.

  • Winds: SSW at 10-20 mph

  • Humidity: 57%

  • Sunrise: 🌅 7:48 AM | Sunset: 🌇 7:50 PM

🌙 Monday Night: Clear & Crisp

• Low: 38°F | Mostly Clear 🌌

  • A peaceful, starry night great for stargazing!

  • Winds: SSW at 10-20 mph

  • Humidity: 51%

Monday, March 17

Music

• Jake Gamble (Acoustic) | 2:30 PM | Woodcrest Senior Living | Free

• Joe Justice (Variety) | 3:00 PM | Arbor Glen Senior Living | Free

• Chris Worth (Variety) | 6:00 PM | What's Up Pub & Grub | No cover

• Open Mic Night | 6:30 PM | Sweetwater Sound | Free

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

• Debutants (Newgrass) | 7:00 PM | JK O'Donnell's | $7

Art

• Violins & Hope: From the Holocaust to Symphony Hall | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | USF Rolland Art Center | Free

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

Festivals

• Clover Classic: Day 4 | 12:00 PM – 11:59 PM | Deer Park Irish Pub | $7

Speakers

• Violins & Hope Discussion with Daniel Levin | 5:30 PM | USF Rolland Art Center | Free