In today’s edition:

🌳 Get a Tree at a Discount with the Fort Wayne Tree Planting Program

🚽 Fort Wayne City Council Authorizes Purchase of a Portland Loo

🎥 Fort Wayne Student Earns National Recognition for Documentary

🍽 Fifth Annual Community Food Drive Donations Exceed 9,700 Pounds

🐱 Kitten Season Approaches Humane Fort Wayne

🤖 Lakeland Rehab Healthcare Center Unveils New A.I. Robot for Patients

👮 Fort Wayne Police to Receive High-Tech Training Simulator

🛠️ If You See One, Report One: Fort Wayne Street Dept Works to Patch Potholes

🦉 Wild on WANE: Snowy Owl

Sports

🏒 What Once Seemed Impossible Comes to Fruition for 10-Year-Old Komets Fan

🏆 Purdue's Smith Named Big Ten Player of Year

📰News

🌳 Get a Tree at a Discount with the Fort Wayne Tree Planting Program
The Fort Wayne Tree Planting Program provides discounted trees to local residents, offering an affordable opportunity to enhance home landscapes. The program details tree types, pricing, and participation criteria while promoting urban greening and community environmental stewardship for lasting impact. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🚽 Fort Wayne City Council Authorizes Purchase of a Portland Loo
The Fort Wayne City Council approved the purchase of a Portland-style public restroom. The decision reflects municipal efforts to update local infrastructure. Council discussions, budget allocations, and intended benefits for community convenience and public space improvements clearly. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🎥 Fort Wayne Student Earns National Recognition for Documentary
A Fort Wayne student received national recognition for a documentary project. outlining the student’s creative process, subject focus, and award details while emphasizing academic achievement and community impact. The recognition highlights emerging talent in local media with distinction. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🍽 Fifth Annual Community Food Drive Donations Exceed 9,700 Pounds
The fifth annual community food drive exceeded 9,700 pounds in donations. Volunteer efforts, collection logistics, and the impact on local food banks. Organizers report widespread community support and commitment to reducing food insecurity through collaborative action significantly. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🐱 Kitten Season Approaches Humane Fort Wayne
As kitten season approaches, Humane Fort Wayne prepares for increased shelter intakes and community outreach. Seasonal trends, volunteer initiatives, and efforts to promote responsible pet care. Local organizations coordinate to provide support and resources during this period. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🤖 Lakeland Rehab Healthcare Center Unveils New A.I. Robot for Patients
Lakeland Rehab Healthcare Center introduces a new A.I. robot designed to assist patients with routine tasks. The article outlines the robot’s capabilities, intended benefits for patient care, and the facility’s commitment to integrating advanced technology in healthcare services locally deployed. Read more from WANE 15 here.

👮 Fort Wayne Police to Receive High-Tech Training Simulator
Fort Wayne Police are set to receive a high-tech training simulator aimed at enhancing officer preparedness. Describing simulator features, training benefits, and expected improvements in tactical response. The investment reflects modern approaches to law enforcement training and safety. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🛠️ If You See One, Report One: Fort Wayne Street Dept Works to Patch Potholes
Fort Wayne Street Department is actively addressing potholes through prompt repair initiatives. Procedures for reporting road damage, municipal response strategies, and efforts to improve transportation safety and efficiency across the city’s streets and neighborhoods, ensuring timely fixes. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🦉 Wild on WANE: Snowy Owl
Wild on WANE features a snowy owl spotlight, showcasing the majestic bird’s natural behavior and habitat. Detailed observations, environmental context, and visual highlights captured during the owl’s appearances in local surroundings, highlighting conservation efforts and scientific research. Read more from WANE 15 here.

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🏀🏈Sports🏒⚾

🏒 What Once Seemed Impossible Comes to Fruition for 10-Year-Old Komets Fan
A 10-year-old Fort Wayne Komets fan achieves a long-awaited dream as a project once deemed impossible comes to fruition. Recounting the young supporter’s efforts, community involvement, and inspirational journey in pursuit of his goal. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🗓️ Fort Wayne Komets Game Schedule

Upcoming Komets Games

• March 14, 2025: 7:10 PM EDT, Fort Wayne vs Wheeling (ECHL) at Wesbanco Arena, Wheeling, WV

• March 15, 2025: 7:10 PM EDT, Fort Wayne vs Wheeling (ECHL) at Wesbanco Arena, Wheeling, WV

• March 16, 2025: 4:00 PM EDT, Fort Wayne vs Indy (ECHL) at Fishers Event Center, Fishers, IN

🏆 Purdue’s Smith has been named Big Ten Player of the Year for his exceptional season performance. The honor truly recognizes his scoring, leadership, and overall impact on Purdue’s success as determined by conference officials. Read more from WANE 15 here.

Today’s Weather Forecast.

☀️ A Picture-Perfect Thursday!

Get ready for a gorgeous day—mostly sunny with a high of 66°F! Light ENE winds at 5-10 mph make for a great day to be outside. Perfect weather for a lunch break stroll or knocking out those errands in style.

🌅 Sunrise: 7:55 AM | 🌇 Sunset: 7:45 PM

🌙 A Calm & Cool Night

As the sun sets, expect mostly clear skies with a low of 40°F. A gentle E breeze at 5-10 mph keeps things crisp but comfortable. If you’re out late, grab a light jacket!

💨 Humidity: 57% (Day) | 66% (Night)

Thursday, March 13

🎶 Music

• Barley Priest – Sylvan Cellars, 6 PM (No cover)

• Ariel Quartet w/ Fort Wayne Children’s Choir – Pearl Street Arts Center, 6:30 PM (Free)

• Bandemonium – Baker Street Centre, 7 PM ($10)

• The Cold Hearts (Country) – The Club Room at The Clyde, 7 PM (No cover)

• Lonestar (Country, National Show) – Niswonger PAC, 7:30 PM ($21.75 – $75)

• Nick Allison w/Fresh Tar, Denny Nicolo (Alternative) – The Brass Rail, 8:45 PM ($7)

• Tronic Thursdays (Electronic) – O'Sullivan's, 10 PM (No cover)

🎨 Art

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

• Violins & Hope: From the Holocaust to Symphony Hall – USF Rolland Art Center, 9 AM - 7 PM (Free)

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

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

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

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

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

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

• Better Together – Ruth Koomler Art Gallery, 12 PM - 5 PM (Free)

• The Gardener – Kinhouse Gallery, 12 PM - 5 PM (Free)

🎭 Theatre

• Dog Man: The Musical – Embassy Theatre, 6:30 PM ($29.50 – $54.50)

🎤 Comedy

• Brian Posehn – Summit City Comedy Club, 7 PM ($26 – $34)

🎲 Karaoke

• Downtown Bar Karaoke – Downtown Bar, 8 PM (Free)

🏀 Sports

• Play It By Ear (Euchre Tournament for GiveHear) – Don Wolf Conference Center at Electric Works, 6 PM - 9 PM ($30 – $40)