In today’s edition:

🍽️ Popular Waynedale Restaurant Returns Tuesday

🚨 Man Arrested for Allegedly Pointing Gun at People While Driving

🚗 Midwest Car Dealer Donates to Wildfire Relief in California

🛑 Executive Orders Lead to Indefinite Pause of Indiana Conservation Programs

🏠 Public Invited to Open House on Southeast Strategy Update

🔥 Fire Breaks Out at Plastics Company North of Downtown Fort Wayne

🚓 Heavy Police Presence on Clinton Street

🥜 Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive Collecting High Ticket Item for Area Food Banks

✈️ TSA Intercepts Loaded Firearm at Fort Wayne International Airport

🍻 Local Breweries & Pubs Celebrate Fat Tuesday

Sports

🏒 Komets Forward Aleardi Named ECHL Player of the Week

📰News

🍽️ Popular Waynedale Restaurant Returns Tuesday
The popular Waynedale restaurant reopens its doors on Tuesday, currently welcoming longtime patrons and new customers with an updated menu and dining experience. The establishment plans to offer its signature dishes and community events. Read more from WANE 15 here.

🚨 Man Arrested for Allegedly Pointing Gun at People While Driving
Authorities arrested a man after he allegedly pointed a gun at people while driving. The incident prompted an law enforcement response. Details regarding the suspect’s identity and circumstances are under investigation with further details pending. Read more from WFFT here.

🚗 Midwest Car Dealer Donates to Wildfire Relief in California
A Midwest car dealer has generously contributed donations to support wildfire relief efforts in California. The donation comes amid ongoing wildfire challenges. The generous contribution aims to assist affected communities and bolster relief operations. Read more from WFFT here now.

🛑 Executive Orders Lead to Indefinite Pause of Indiana Conservation Programs
Executive orders have resulted in an indefinite pause on Indiana conservation programs. The orders halted various environmental initiatives and impacted ongoing projects. Read more from WFFT here today.

🏠 Public Invited to Open House on Southeast Strategy Update
Local officials invite community members to an open house discussing the Southeast strategy update. The meeting will provide insights into planned improvements, address public concerns, and outline upcoming projects. Attendees are encouraged to participate. Read more from WFFT here today.

🔥 Fire Breaks Out at Plastics Company North of Downtown Fort Wayne
A fire erupted at a plastics company located north of downtown Fort Wayne. Emergency crews responded to contain the blaze, and no injuries were reported. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause. Read more from WANE here for further details.

🚓 Heavy Police Presence on Clinton Street
A heavy police presence was notably observed slowing afternoon traffic on Clinton Street. Officers maintained a steady, visible patrol as they managed traffic flow and ensured public safety. The measures were part of routine operations. Read more from WANE here this afternoon.

🥜 Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive Collecting High Ticket Item for Area Food Banks
The Jars of Love peanut butter drive is collecting high-ticket items for area food banks. Organizers seek donations to support community hunger relief. The initiative encourages local residents to contribute additional valuable items for distribution. Read more from WFFT here.

✈️ TSA Intercepts Loaded Firearm at Fort Wayne International Airport
TSA intercepted a loaded firearm at Fort Wayne International Airport. Security officials discovered the weapon during routine screening, prompting investigation. The incident underscores airport security measures and enforcement. Read more from WFFT here.

🍻 Local Breweries & Pubs Celebrate Fat Tuesday
Local breweries and pubs are celebrating Fat Tuesday with special events and unique menus. Establishments are hosting festivities that embrace the cultural traditions of the day. Community members are encouraged to join the celebrations. Read more from WANE here today.

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🏀🏈Sports🏒⚾

🏒 Komets Forward Aleardi Named ECHL Player of the Week
Komets forward Aleardi has been named ECHL Player of the Week. The recognition comes following impressive on-ice performance and contributions to the team’s success. The award highlights his skill and dedication. Read more from WANE here today.

🗓️ Fort Wayne Komets Game Schedule

Upcoming Komets Games

📅 March 5, 2025
🕦 11:30 AM EST – Fort Wayne vs Bloomington
📍 Grossinger Motors Arena, Bloomington, IL

📅 March 7, 2025
🕖 7:00 PM EST – Fort Wayne vs Indy
📍 Fishers Event Center, Fishers, IN

📅 March 9, 2025
🕔 5:00 PM EST – Kalamazoo vs Fort Wayne
📍 Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, Fort Wayne, IN

Today’s Weather Forecast.

🌦️ Wednesday, March 5 Weather Report

Expect a sharp temperature drop today, with morning highs of 52°F falling to 40°F by afternoon. Rain showers and possible thunderstorms will move in, with strong SSW winds at 20-30 mph. By night, temps drop to 28°F as WNW winds bring snow showers and gusts over 40 mph. Stay prepared for a wet, windy day and possible overnight snow!

🌤️ Daytime

🌡 High: 52°F (morning) → Falling to near 40°F
🌧 Conditions: Rain showers, possible thunder
💨 Winds: SSW 20-30 mph
☔ Chance of Rain: 60%
🌅 Sunrise: 7:07 AM
🌇 Sunset: 6:36 PM

🌙 Nighttime

🌡 Low: 28°F
❄ Conditions: Windy with snow showers by midnight
💨 Winds: WNW 20-30 mph (gusts over 40 mph)
❄ Chance of Rain/Snow: 50%

Wednesday, March 5 Events

🎶 Music

• Reed Daniel (Singer-Songwriter) – Sweetwater Sound, 12:00 PM (Free)

• Ron Rumbaugh (Variety) – StoryPoint Senior Living, 2:00 PM (No Cover)

• Open Mic w/Dr. Dom – Deer Park Irish Pub, 6:30 PM (Free)

• Mitch Gallagher Band (Yacht Rock) – The Club Room at The Clyde, 7:00 PM (No Cover)

• PFW Guest Recital w/Brenda Iglesias & Johnathan Young (Classical) – PFW Rhinehart Recital Hall, 7:30 PM ($5-$8)

🎨 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, 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM (Free)

• Hubble and Webb Space Telescopes – Science Central, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM ($10-$12)

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

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

🎭 Theatre

• The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight – Embassy Theatre, 8:00 PM ($38-$102)

🎤 Comedy

• Open Mic Night – Summit City Comedy Club, 7:00 PM (Free)

🧠 Trivia

• Dicky’s Wild Hare Team Trivia – Dicky's Wild Hare, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Free)

🎸 Workshop

• Blues Rock Improvisation Guitar Workshop w/Southside Denny – Sweetwater Sound, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM ($35)