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Hi Fort Wayne, hope you’re having a great weekend!
In today’s in-case-you-missed-it edition: New e-bike rules, design-your-own glass art classes, and Get Green Fest + the top stories from this week & a sneak peek at next week.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Fort Wayne protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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đź“° Most-clicked stories this week
Ordinances expand mobility guidelines: Fort Wayne introduced new e-bike rules, defining what is allowed on trails and sidewalks and setting fines. Riders must yield to slower users and give an audible signal before passing — see what’s in the ordinances.
A hands-on art adventure: The Glass Park on Fairfield Avenue offers glass art classes where you design your own piece. Owner Eran Park welcomes families and beginners to explore glass and create something memorable — see how to participate.
Inclusive, walkable neighborhood vision: Village Premier’s first single-family home in Fort Wayne is listed at just over $215,000, as the next phase advances and affordable homes with a range of floor plans take shape — see what’s planned for this community.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 This week’s top finds
Hunt the good stuff: Summit City Vintage on The Landing keeps racks loaded with 60s–2000s gems, from Komets and Wizards throwbacks to worn-in band tees, cozy knits, and those “how is this still here?” jackets. Ideal for a midweek browse when you need a little retail serotonin.
Plant-powered comfort cravings: Cozy, no-stress dinners that still feel good start at Loving Cafe, with comforting noodle bowls, hearty sandwiches, and sneaky-good desserts that make weeknights easy. Friendly, fast, and totally vegan, it’s the kind of spot you’ll keep in your regular rotation.
Treasure-hunting fix: Vintage Treasures Antique Mall spans 20,000+ square feet with 85+ vendors and 125 booths, a rotating trove of mid-century, primitives, and those “didn’t know I needed this” finds. Consider it your excuse to refresh a room or finally track down that missing Pyrex lid.
Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.
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📆 Sneak peek at next week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🍀 Tracing Your Irish Roots: An Introduction to Irish Genealogy @ Allen County Public Library – The Genealogy Center | Wednesday (3/11) at 7:00 PM – Think there’s an O’ or Mac hiding in your family tree? The downtown library’s Genealogy Center is hosting a free intro to Irish genealogy with ACPL’s Elizabeth Hodges, in person, on Zoom, and blessedly jargon free. Open to all, and yes, register online via ACGSI.
👕 FMC Children’s Clothing Resale 2026 @ Fellowship Missionary Church | Friday (3/13) at 5:00 PM – This two-day kids’ clothing resale is where you trade outgrown pants for next-season wins, and maybe a stroller that folds. Go early for the good stuff, swing back Saturday morning for the half-price pounce, and feel smug about saving money, closets, and sanity.
🍀 Get Green Fest 2026 @ Downtown Fort Wayne | Saturday (3/14) at 8:00 AM – Downtown goes shamrock as our firefighters host the city’s family-friendly St. Pat’s bash, with the first 5-Kilt run, river greening, and a leprechaun coin drop. Warm up in the heated tent with DJ tunes, food trucks, a Lucky Charms showdown, and, mercifully, no cover.
🎉 FAME Festival @ Grand Wayne Convention Center | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Nothing beats watching Fort Wayne’s next generation take over the Grand Wayne Center. FAME turns 40 with student performances, art galleries, and hands-on workshops all weekend, the good kind of busy. Grab tickets early, stroll past the line, and snag seats for your favorites.
đźš‚ Great Train Show @ Allen County War Memorial Coliseum | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – If you’re ready to trade yard work for yard tracks, the Expo Center is wall-to-wall trains, huge operating layouts, and dealers with everything from DCC doodads to Lionel classics. Kids ride the train, you test-run your set, hit a free workshop, everyone goes home happy.
🧶 Macrame Workshop @ Vessel Refillery | Saturday (3/14) at 1:00 PM – Give your scrolling thumb the afternoon off at Vessel Refillery’s beginner friendly macramé workshop, and learn a few knots that aren’t in your shoulders. You’ll make a jar hanger to take home, enjoy refreshments, and get 10% off, and spots are limited, so book it.
🏒 Family Night & Post-Game Skate: Fort Wayne Komets vs Indy Fuel @ Allen County War Memorial Coliseum | Sunday (3/15) at 5:00 PM – Komets vs Fuel at the Coliseum means hockey, happy wallets, and tired kids. Snag four upper arena seats for 60 bucks, then let crew burn energy on the postgame skate, bring skates. Scouts score discounted tickets, a limited edition Komets patch with each youth ticket.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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đź“» Fort Wayne report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 59°F – Low: 44°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 59. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 44. Southwest wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 68°F – Low: 56°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 68. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 56.
Someone Googled you this week đź‘€
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
Most popular house this week
This 4-bed, 3.5-bath showpiece in The Villages of Arneo, Fort Wayne’s newest planned community, blends timeless arches with modern ease. A two-story foyer reveals an arched staircase and hidden closet. The beamed great room centers on a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, and a gourmet kitchen hides a bulk-shopping pantry. A spa-worthy primary suite and a covered pond-view lanai shine.
Take a peek inside →
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