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February 16, 2026 at 3:03 PM
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On one hand, the #Komets are might be without another defenseman this weekend. On the other, two injured forwards are making progress towards coming back.

Here’s a preview of their weekend against Indy and Toledo:

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Komets defensive lineup shuffled again before facing Indy, Toledo
The lineup the Komets will roll out for their 7:30 p.m. game against the Indy Fuel at Memorial Coliseum is still up in the air.
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February 13, 2026 at 6:47 PM
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Five bands will celebrate music of the 1960s through the early 2000s as Embassy Theatre marks the 20th installment of its Down the Line concerts.

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Embassy Theatre to mark milestone Down the Line with decades of music
Five bands will celebrate music of the 1960s through the early 2000s as Embassy Theatre marks a milestone installment of its Down the Line concerts, which began in 2007.
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February 13, 2026 at 6:45 PM
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From "Summer Nights" to 9/11 and guiding a Christmas sleigh, Civic Theatre has filled its 2026-27 calendar with nostalgia, drama and humor. Civic announced its plans as it continues the search for a new executive director and looks ahead to its 100th season.

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Fort Wayne Civic Theatre plans 2026-27 season of nostalgia, drama, humor
From "Summer Nights" to 9/11 and guiding a Christmas sleigh, Fort Wayne Civic Theatre has filled its 2026-27 calendar with nostalgia, drama and humor. Civic announced its plans as its
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February 13, 2026 at 6:55 PM
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The Legendary Trainhoppers will release their fifth album, "A Conspiracy of Ravens," on Feb. 20.
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Fort Wayne band Legendary Trainhoppers sets album release, Down the Line return
The Legendary Trainhoppers will release their fifth album, "A Conspiracy of Ravens," on Feb. 20.
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February 13, 2026 at 6:56 PM
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February 12, 2026 at 11:45 PM
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A former longtime Fort Wayne educator is working to open a new charter school in the city. Read about it only @journalgazette.net

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Public hearing set for proposed Fort Wayne charter school
A former top administrator at Fort Wayne Community Schools is now working to launch a charter school on the city's southeast side.
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February 12, 2026 at 3:48 AM
Acres Away Winery won two silver medals and one bronze in the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition. Also in The Dish: Last-minute Valentine's plans and more area food news.
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Ashley winery wins medals in competition
Acres Away Winery won two silver medals and one bronze in the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition. Also in The Dish: Last-minute Valentine's plans and more area food news.
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February 11, 2026 at 2:39 PM
Fort Wayne International Airport saw passenger traffic increase 14.7% in 2025 as airlines continue to add routes.

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Fort Wayne airport sees record activity in 2025 with nearly 500,000 outbound travelers
Fort Wayne International Airport saw passenger traffic increase 14.7% in 2025 as airlines continue to add routes, a Monday news release said.
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February 9, 2026 at 3:50 PM
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February 9, 2026 at 12:30 AM
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Today in @journalgazette.net Weekender👇

▶ Singer Rosie Staudt talks about the "Dirty Dancing in Concert" tour, which will be at Embassy Theatre: www.journalgazette.net/living/enter...

▶ Art This Way will host a festival as it celebrates 10 years: www.journalgazette.net/living/local...
February 6, 2026 at 3:26 PM
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February 5, 2026 at 2:02 PM
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For it being the shortest month on the calendar, February can find ways to feel like a drag as winter takes hold.
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Komets start tough February slate with four games in five days
The grind kicks into gear this week with four games in five days, starting at 7 p.m. Wednesday when the Komets face the North Division-leading Wheeling Nailers.
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February 4, 2026 at 2:13 AM
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Whitko won its first sectional title in 2025 and the Class 2A No. 1 Wildcats opened this year's tournament like a team that plans to claim another championship.
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No. 1 Whitko opens Class 2A state tournament with 56-37 win over Woodlan
Whitko won its first sectional title in 2025 and the Class 2A No. 1 Wildcats opened this year's tournament like a team that plans to claim another championship.
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February 4, 2026 at 4:04 AM
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Homestead easily dispatched South Side in the first game of the Class 4A South Side Sectional on Tuesday, beating the Archers 64-25.
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Sectional roundup: Homestead handles South Side, advances to face Huntington North
Homestead easily dispatched South Side in the first game of the Class 4A South Side Sectional on Tuesday, beating the Archers 64-25.
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February 4, 2026 at 6:03 AM
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February 2, 2026 at 3:02 PM
A boil order advisory for New Haven was lifted today after a water main break Thursday. After repairs, two water tests have come back favorable.

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New Haven lifts boil order after two favorable water tests
A boil order advisory for New Haven was lifted today after a water main break Thursday. After repairs, two water tests have come back favorable.
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February 2, 2026 at 2:39 PM
Parents: We want to hear from you about child care. Reporter Ashley Sloboda wants to know about your experience finding and paying for child care, and why child care is important to you and your family. Contact her at [email protected] or 260-461-8207 by Feb. 11.
January 30, 2026 at 8:51 PM
UPDATE: The Allen County coroner's office has identified the teenager killed in the crash.

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January 30, 2026 at 4:56 PM
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In a search for answers to the Komets’ inconsistent offense, coach Jesse Kallechy boiled it down to two key factors.
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'Speed and numbers': Komets offense refocuses for three-game weekend
This week, the Komets are back to Cincinnati on Friday before hosting the Tahoe Knight Monsters at Memorial Coliseum for the first time in franchise history.
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January 30, 2026 at 12:09 AM
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Today in @journalgazette.net Weekender👇

▶ Genesis Outreach Presents opens “Caroline, or Change” this weekend: www.journalgazette.net/living/local...

▶ Fort Wayne Museum of Art is honoring regional winners in the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards: www.journalgazette.net/living/local...
January 30, 2026 at 4:17 PM
A 19-year-old city man was the victim of a fatal shooting Wednesday, the Allen County coroner's office said Friday.

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Coroner's office identifies Fort Wayne man shot, killed on Holgate Drive
A 19-year-old city man was the victim of a fatal shooting Wednesday, the Allen County coroner's office said Friday.
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January 30, 2026 at 3:33 PM
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January 30, 2026 at 3:02 PM
A minor has died after a crash Thursday night at Anthony Boulevard and Gardendale Avenue.

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Minor dies after 2-vehicle crash in Fort Wayne
A child died after a crash Thursday night at Anthony Boulevard and Gardendale Avenue.
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January 30, 2026 at 2:20 PM
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Genesis Outreach Presents opens “Caroline, or Change” on Friday. The musical follows the story of a Black maid during the height of the Civil Rights Movement, which Genesis hopes will spur conversations for the audience.

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Genesis Outreach encourages conversations in Fort Wayne with 'Caroline, Or Change'
Genesis Outreach Presents opens “Caroline, or Change” on Friday. The musical follows the story of a Black maid for a Jewish family, and her ever-changing relationships with her own children
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January 29, 2026 at 7:47 PM