In today’s edition:

🦆 Lucky Duck Consignment Sale Returns To Kruse Plaza

🎖️ Indiana Historical Society to Open Vietnam War Exhibit, Seeking Veteran Stories

🚨 Second Indiana National Guard Deployment To Southern Border To Last Longer, Cost More

💨 New Science Central Exhibit: Awesome Air Tubes Will Blow You Away

🏟️ Study Shows Impact of Proposed North River Fieldhouse, City Looking To Increase Sports Tourism

⚖️ Judge Dismisses Delta-8 Legality Lawsuit in Indiana

Sports

🏀 Purdue Holds Off High Point in NCAA First Round

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📰News

🦆 Lucky Duck Consignment Sale Returns To Kruse Plaza
The Lucky Duck Consignment Sale is returning to Kruse Plaza with a range of unique, gently-used items available for purchase. The event will feature various vendors offering quality consignment merchandise. Read more from WANE 15 here

🎖️ Indiana Historical Society to Open Vietnam War Exhibit, Seeking Veteran Stories
The Indiana Historical Society is set to launch a new Vietnam War exhibit, inviting veterans to share their experiences. The display will feature historical artifacts and firsthand accounts to honor the legacy of the conflict. Read more from WFFT here

🚨 Second Indiana National Guard Deployment To Southern Border To Last Longer, Cost More
The second deployment of the Indiana National Guard to the southern border is projected to extend longer and incur higher costs. The initiative underscores enhanced border security measures and logistical challenges. Read more from WFFT here

💨 New Science Central Exhibit Awesome Air Tubes Will Blow You Away
A new exhibit at Science Central showcases air tubes designed to create impressive visual and interactive experiences. The display emphasizes science, technology, and engineering concepts to engage visitors. The exhibit promises dynamic, educational fun. Read more from WANE 15 here

🏟️ Study Shows Impact of Proposed North River Fieldhouse
A recent study examines the potential impact of a proposed North River Fieldhouse, highlighting benefits for sports tourism. The city is considering plans to enhance visitor experiences and local economic activity through improved athletic facilities. Read more from WFFT here

⚖️ A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit challenging the opinion that delta-8 THC products are illegal. The judge ruled the case concerns state law interpretation, which should be addressed in Indiana courts. Read more from WFFT here

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📅 March 29 – Join Mission BBQ in warmly welcoming our Vietnam War Era heroes home with a handshake and a free sandwich! Many never received the welcome they deserved this year marks 50 years since their return, as we also remember those who didn’t make it back. Pause with us at noon for the national anthem.

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🏀🏈Sports🏒⚾

🏀 Purdue defeated High Point 75-63 in the NCAA Tournament's first round, led by Trey Kaufman-Renn’s 21 points. The Boilermakers will face the winner of Clemson vs. McNeese State in the second round. Read more from WANE 15 here: link.

🗓️ 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

Today’s Weather Forecast.

• The day starts off with some sunshine, but clouds will roll in as the afternoon progresses. Expect gusty winds throughout the day, making it feel cooler than the high of 53°F might suggest. Winds from the SSW will be 20-30 mph, with gusts possibly exceeding 40 mph!

  🌅 Key Daytime Details:

  • Sunrise: 7:41 AM

  • Sunset: 7:54 PM

  • High Temp: 53°F

  • Wind: SSW at 20-30 mph (gusts over 40 mph possible)

  • Humidity: 56%

  🌙 Friday Night: A Chance of Showers

  The evening stays overcast, with a slight chance of a rain shower. Winds remain strong, blowing from the SW at 15-25 mph, with lows dropping to 36°F.

  🌌 Key Nighttime Details:

  • Low Temp: 36°F

  • Wind: SW at 18 mph

  • Humidity: 55%

Monday, March 21

Music

• The Basement Band (Classic Rock) – Sweetwater Sound (12:00 PM) (Free)

• Joe Justice (Variety) – Astral at Auburn (3:00 PM) (Free)

• James Baker Trio (Jazz) – Ruth's Chris Steak House (5:00 PM) (No Cover)

• The DeeBees (Variety) – Redwood Inn (6:00 PM) (No Cover)

• Chris Hambrick (Variety) – Country Heritage Winery (6:00 PM) (Free)

• BasketCase (Guitar) – Club Soda (6:30 PM) (Free)

• The Dan Heath Band (Variety) – Vinland Reserve Winery (6:30 PM) (Free)

• Todd Harrold & Eric Clancy (Variety) – Sylvan Cellars (7:00 PM) (No Cover)

• Chris Worth (Variety) – Barrel & Blaze (7:00 PM) (No Cover)

• The Fabulous Thunderbirds (Rock) – Eagles Theatre (7:30 PM) ($29-$49)

• Whoa, Man! (Women of Rock Tribute) – The Club Room at The Clyde (8:00 PM) (No Cover)

• Round 2 (Variety) – Thirty3 (8:00 PM) ($5)

• Sad Dad Society (Emo/Pop-Punk) – Deer Park Irish Pub (8:30 PM) (No Cover)

Art

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

• The United States Colored Troops – ACPL Rolland Center for Lincoln Research (9:00 AM - 6:00 PM) (Free)

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

• Floor is Lava – Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory (10:00 AM - 5:00 PM) ($5-$7)

• Better Together – Ruth Koomler Art Gallery (12:00 PM - 5:00 PM) (Free)

• The Gardener – Kinhouse Gallery (12:00 PM - 5:00 PM) (Free)

• Zac Benson: Delicate Moments in Time – Garrett Museum of Art (5:00 PM - 8:00 PM) (Free)

Theatre

• I Hate Hamlet – Arena Dinner Theatre (6:45 PM) ($50)

• The Secret Garden: The Musical – Blackhawk Christian School (7:00 PM) ($12-$15)

• Red – Fort Wayne Museum of Art (7:30 PM)

• 26 Pebbles – First Presbyterian Theater (7:30 PM) ($10)

• Ballet Russe Reimagined 1 – Pearl Street Arts Center (7:30 PM) ($35)

• Anything Goes – Three Rivers Music Theatre (8:00 PM) ($21.60-$31.25)

• Dear Evan Hansen – Embassy Theatre (8:00 PM) ($35-$75)

Comedy

• Ahren Belisle w/ Martin Phillips, Heath Cordes – Summit City Comedy Club (7:00 PM) ($25-$30)

• Brian Regan – Niswonger PAC (7:30 PM) ($29-$59)