In today’s edition:

🍺 Downtown Bar Announced Closure Effective Immediately

🚧 Crescent Lane Partially Shutdown for Sewer Main Construction

🚓 Man Arrested After Pursuit and Crash Crossing State and County Lines

🥤 Fort Wayne Coca-Cola Employees Reach Deal After Weeks-Long Strike

🍷 Country Heritage Winery Hosts Concert Series

🚨 26 Lbs of Marijuana, Mushrooms and More Found in Decatur Drug Bust

👷 Lane of Coliseum Boulevard in Fort Wayne to Close for Sidewalk Construction

🎤 Jerome the Bus Bettis to Speak at Gourmet Dinner

🌱 Back to Square One: East Central Community Garden Plans Uncertain After Grants Halted

🚗 The 2025 Rod and Customs Show Is Underway in Fort Wayne

🤖 Doctor Explains How Artificial Intelligence Is Already Being Deployed in Medical Care

Sports

🏒Komets hold off Bison rally in 3-2 win

📰News

🍺 Downtown Bar Announced Closure Effective Immediately
A downtown bar is closing immediately due to management decisions that halted operations. This sudden shutdown has affected customer service and local nightlife while presenting challenges during the transition. Read more from WANE here.

🚧 Crescent Lane Partially Shutdown for Sewer Main Construction
Crescent Lane is partially closed because of sewer main construction. Traffic disruptions and detours are in effect as work progresses to upgrade infrastructure and ensure improved safety and reliability. Read more from WANE here.

🚓 Man Arrested After Pursuit and Crash Crossing State and County Lines
A man was arrested following a police pursuit and subsequent crash after crossing state and county lines. Coordinated law enforcement efforts underline effective inter-jurisdictional cooperation and prompt public safety measures. Read more from WANE here.

🥤 Fort Wayne Coca-Cola Employees Reach Deal After Weeks-Long Strike
Fort Wayne Coca-Cola employees have reached an agreement after a prolonged strike. Negotiations resolved labor disputes, leading to improved working conditions and the resumption of operations, marking a key moment in labor relations. Read more from WANE here.

🍷 Country Heritage Winery Hosts Concert Series
Country Heritage Winery is hosting a concert series featuring live performances in a welcoming atmosphere. The event promotes community engagement and offers an enjoyable cultural experience with free entry for all attendees. Read more from WANE here.

🚨 26 Lbs of Marijuana, Mushrooms and More Found in Decatur Drug Bust
Authorities in Decatur seized 26 pounds of marijuana, mushrooms, and additional substances during a drug bust. The operation underscores robust law enforcement efforts, with substantial evidence collected and multiple arrests made. Read more from WANE here.

👷 Lane of Coliseum Boulevard in Fort Wayne to Close for Sidewalk Construction
A lane on Coliseum Boulevard in Fort Wayne is closing for sidewalk construction. Planned activities will cause traffic disruptions and detours while aiming to enhance pedestrian safety and overall infrastructure reliability. Read more from WANE here.

🎤 Jerome the Bus Bettis to Speak at Gourmet Dinner
Jerome “the Bus” Bettis is set to speak at an upcoming gourmet dinner. His appearance includes discussions on culinary and inspirational topics, offering a unique blend of food experiences and engaging conversation. Read more from InkFreeNews here.

🌱 Back to Square One: East Central Community Garden Plans Uncertain After Grants Halted
East Central Community Garden faces uncertainty as halted grant funding challenges progress on garden plans. Organizers are reassessing future projects amid financial setbacks that impact community initiatives. Read more from WANE here.

🚗 The 2025 Rod and Customs Show Is Underway in Fort Wayne
The 2025 Rod and Customs Show is in progress in Fort Wayne, featuring customized vehicles, competitive events, and enthusiastic community participation. The celebration highlights automotive culture and craftsmanship through vibrant displays and competitions. Read more from WFFT here.

🤖 Doctor Explains How Artificial Intelligence Is Already Being Deployed in Medical Care
A doctor explains how artificial intelligence is integrated into medical care, detailing its applications in diagnostics and patient management. Clinical implementations showcase enhanced healthcare efficiency and accuracy through advanced AI systems. Read more from WFFT here.

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🏀🏈Sports🏒⚾

📉 Komets hold off Bison rally in 3-2 win

🏒 The Komets fought off a late rally by the Bison to secure a narrow 3-2 victory. Timely goals, solid goaltending, and disciplined defensive play helped the team withstand a surge from the Bison. Read more from WANE here

🗓️ Fort Wayne Komets Game Schedule

April 1, 2025 – 7:00 PM EDT
Fort Wayne vs Kalamazoo
📍 Wings Event Center – Kalamazoo, MI

April 4, 2025 – 7:35 PM EDT
Indy vs Fort Wayne
📍 Allen County War Memorial Coliseum – Fort Wayne, IN

April 5, 2025 – 7:00 PM EDT
Fort Wayne vs Indy
📍 Fishers Event Center – Fishers, IN

April 6, 2025 – 5:00 PM EDT
Cincinnati vs Fort Wayne
📍 Allen County War Memorial Coliseum – Fort Wayne, IN

Today’s Weather Forecast.

Daytime Forecast:
Expect mostly cloudy skies with rain showers tapering off before noon. It’ll stay chilly with a high around 44°, and northern winds whipping at 10–20 mph will definitely add a bite.
☔ Chance of rain: 50% – keep that umbrella handy this morning!

Key Times:

• 🌅 Sunrise: 7:25 AM

• 🌇 Sunset: 8:04 PM

• 🔆 UV Index: Low – sunscreen can take the day off.

Evening Forecast:
Temps dip to 28° under mostly cloudy skies, and those northeast winds (10–20 mph) will keep things brisk.
A cozy night for hot cocoa and staying in!

Let me know if you want to add a weather card layout or visual for this too!

Monday, March 31

🎶 Music

• The Elizabeth Lee Duo (Singer-Songwriter)
  12:00 pm @ Sweetwater Sound
  Live acoustic set
  Free

• G-Money & Special Guests (Blues)
  7:00 pm @ The Club Room at The Clyde
  Live blues performance
  No cover

• Fort Wayne Terrible Orchestra Concert (Variety)
  7:00 pm @ First Missionary Church
  Community orchestra performance
  Free

🎨 Art

• PFW Bachelor of Science Interior Design Exhibition
  8:00 am – 9:00 pm @ PFW Visual Arts Gallery
  Senior design projects on display
  Free admission

• The United States Colored Troops Exhibit
  9:00 am – 9:00 pm @ ACPL Rolland Center for Lincoln Research
  Artifacts honoring Black Union soldiers
  Free admission

🧪 Workshops

• Spring Break STEM Camp
  9:00 am – 4:00 pm @ Science Central
  Hands-on STEM activities for kids
  $225–$240

• Sweetwater Rock Camp: Spring Break
  1:00 pm – 7:00 pm @ Sweetwater Sound
  Teens form bands, write songs, and perform
  $449

🎉 Special Events

• Ivy Tech Edible Book Festival
  12:00 pm – 2:00 pm @ Ivy Tech North Campus
  Creative edible “books” on display and eaten
  Free

• Food, Insecure Film Screening
  6:30 pm @ Broadway Christian Church
  Film about food insecurity in Indiana
  Free

• Glo Wild
  6:30 pm – 9:30 pm @ Fort Wayne Zoo
  Lantern festival with glowing animal displays
  $20–$25