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Bishop Dwenger (12-2) is headed back to the Class 4A state finals for the first time since 2018, when the Saints won their fifth state title.
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Bishop Dwenger wins semistate title; sets up rematch against Roncalli
Back in August, when Bishop Dwenger walked off the field at Indianapolis Roncalli after a 3-0 loss in the season opener, the Saints’ coaching staff promised each other: We’ll see
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November 22, 2025 at 4:36 AM
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Bishop Luers got powerful performances from sophomores TJ Epperson and Brandon Gaither, who combined for five touchdowns and 246 rushing yards on the way to a 35-0 victory and a spot in the Class 3A state championship game.
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Luers smothers record-breaking McLaughlin, wins semistate
The Knights got powerful performances from sophomores TJ Epperson and Brandon Gaither on the way to a 35-0 victory and a spot in the Class 3A state title game.
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November 22, 2025 at 4:38 AM
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Westfield forced four Carroll turnovers in the Class 6A North semistate. The Shamrocks converted both first-half turnovers into touchdowns, then took control after halftime to knock off the Chargers, 35-14.
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Westfield pulls away from Carroll; Adams Central, South Adams fall
Westfield forced four Carroll turnovers in the Class 6A North semistate then took control after halftime to knock off the Chargers, 35-14.
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November 22, 2025 at 4:40 AM
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The Galloping Gobbler and other Thanksgiving running events provide so much to so many people with thousands of runners and walkers participating in local events, and on their own.
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Holiday runs offer inspiration, camaraderie, charity
The Galloping Gobbler and other Thanksgiving running events provide so much to so many people.
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November 22, 2025 at 4:48 AM
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I've designed some mazes, puzzles and other activities for the holidays. Plus, @journalgazette.net is giving kids a chance to design an ornament for possible publication.

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November 21, 2025 at 8:51 PM
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Next week all eyes will be on Lucas Oil Stadium for the football state finals. But before we get there, three of the state's 12 semistate championships will be held in Fort Wayne tonight, while South Adams will play host to a fourth championship in Berne.
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Five local teams playing for semistate championships
Next week all eyes will be on Lucas Oil Stadium for the football state finals. But before that, three semistate championships will be held tonight in the city.
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November 21, 2025 at 2:24 AM
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Bishop D’Arcy Stadium will serve as host for the opening round for the first time since 2018 when the Cougars host No. 18 seed Evangel (9-2).
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QB ready for redemption: Kulka returns to postseason after early exit in 2024
Bishop D’Arcy Stadium will serve as host for the opening round for the first time since 2018 when the Cougars host No. 18 seed Evangel (9-2).
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November 21, 2025 at 2:27 AM
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Last week, for the first time since the season started, the Komets got to skate at Memorial Coliseum.
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Komets finally return to Coliseum for home opener
The Komets will finally open their home schedule at 7:35 p.m. tonight against the Bloomington Bison, the start of a three game homestand.
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November 21, 2025 at 4:50 AM
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From Christmas traditions to new activities, our holiday events guide has details on more than 60 activities in northeast Indiana and neighboring counties of Ohio.

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2025 holiday events guide: Christmas classics, new activities in Fort Wayne and beyond
From Christmas traditions to new activities, our holiday events guide has details on more than 60 activities in northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio.
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November 20, 2025 at 9:31 PM
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Eight seasons, one championship and 399 regular-season games later, Anthony Petruzzelli is still in Fort Wayne. Not just as a veteran player, but someone who continues to be a pillar for the franchise and local hockey community.
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Petruzzelli reflects on Komets career as 400th regular season game nears
Eight seasons, one championship, and 399 regular-season games later, Anthony Petruzzelli is still in Fort Wayne.
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November 19, 2025 at 2:27 AM
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Indiana’s new property tax reform law prompted Southwest Allen County Schools to be strategic about choosing between grass and synthetic turf.
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New property tax reforms play into Southwest Allen County Schools' turf field pick
Anticipated property tax losses tied to a new state law factored into Southwest Allen County Schools' decision to spend $1.2 million on a synthetic turf field.
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November 19, 2025 at 3:37 AM
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The new kids in Class 4A have taken down the top team in Class 4A.
No. 9 Norwell's aggressive defense held No. 1 Homestead to just 10 points in the fourth quarter at The Castle on Tuesday as the Knights beat the Spartans 59-46.
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Norwell girls take down No. 1 Homestead
The new kids in Class 4A have taken down the top team in Class 4A. The No. 9 Norwell girls beat Homestead 59-46.
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November 19, 2025 at 4:03 AM
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Eddie Merlot's and Ruth's Chris are among restaurants that will be open Thanksgiving Day. Also in The Dish: Bubba's 33 has opened on Coliseum Boulevard, Conner's Rooftop is having a "Stranger Things" party and more local food news.

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Fort Wayne restaurants open for Thanksgiving dining
Eddie Merlot's and Ruth's Chris are among restaurants that will be open Thanksgiving Day. Also in The Dish: Bubba's 33 has opened on Coliseum Boulevard, Conner's Rooftop is having a
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November 19, 2025 at 2:43 PM
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Allen County Coroner's office IDs 77-year-old Fort Wayne man in fire death

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Allen County Coroner's office IDs 77-year-old Fort Wayne man in fire death
The Allen County Coroner's office has identified the man who died in a Nov. 11 fire at 3017 Reed St.
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November 18, 2025 at 4:18 PM
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Donald “Buddy” Clemente, 98, recently traveled to the National WWII Museum, which has an oral history program for surviving veterans to tell their own war stories. The city resident is a World War II U.S. Navy veteran.

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November 11, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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November 10, 2025 at 11:06 PM
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After months of dedicated training, late nights, and teamwork, six northeast Indiana schools competed Saturday in the ISSMA Marching Band Finals at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

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State marching band finals: Homestead's 3rd place leads northeast Indiana schools
Homestead received the top placement of the six northeast Indiana bands with third place at the 52nd Indiana State School Music Association Marching Band Finals.
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November 10, 2025 at 4:11 PM
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Projectors, LED fixtures, automated rigging and more technology upgrades will help bring magical worlds to life as full-scale productions return to the renovated Arts United Center starting this weekend with "Frozen."

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Fort Wayne Civic Theatre, Ballet to take advantage of Arts United Center technology upgrades
Projectors, LED fixtures, automated rigging and more technology upgrades will help bring magical worlds to life as full-scale productions return to the renovated Arts United Center.
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November 6, 2025 at 9:44 PM
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This year, the Spartans return almost all of their production and open the season as the No. 1 team in the state, drawing 11 of 22 first-place votes in the IBCA preseason poll.
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Homestead's senior stars prepare for final season
This year, the Spartans return almost all of their production and open the season as the No. 1 team in the state, drawing 11 of 22 first-place votes in the
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November 6, 2025 at 2:15 AM
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Dominant from the outset, the Hoosiers got 21 points on 7-for-9 shooting from Reed Bailey, 19 points from Lamar Wilkerson and 18 points and 11 rebounds for Tucker DeVries on the way to a 98-51 win over Alabama A&M in Darian DeVries' inaugural game.
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Indiana crushes Alabama A&M in Darian DeVries' debut
Dominant from the outset, the Hoosiers got 21 points on 7-for-9 shooting from Reed Bailey on the way to a rollicking 98-51 win over Alabama A&M.
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November 6, 2025 at 4:00 AM
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It's time for the Class of 2026 to shine.
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Seniors ready to shine across the SAC
It's time for the Class of 2026 to shine. Much has been made of the Homestead senior class, but they aren't the only ones who will be a force in
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November 6, 2025 at 4:01 AM
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Komets forward James Stefan scored twice and goaltender Samuel Jonsson registered his third straight shutout in a 5-0 win over the Florida Everblades on Wednesday at Hertz, Arena in Estero, Florida, in front of 4,538 fans.
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Komets dominate Florida in Jonsson's third straight shutout
Komets forward James Stefan scored twice and goaltender Samuel Jonsson registered his third straight shutout in a 5-0 win over the Florida Everblades on Wednesday.
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November 6, 2025 at 4:03 AM
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Restaurant Week on the Landing features special menus through Sunday. Also in The Dish: Local eateries have special offers for veterans, and more local food news.
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Special menus mark Restaurant Week on The Landing in downtown Fort Wayne
Restaurant Week on the Landing features special menus through Sunday. Also in The Dish: Local eateries have special offers for veterans, and more local food news.
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November 5, 2025 at 2:36 PM
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Northwest Allen County Schools Superintendent Wayne Barker graciously talked with me tonight once referendum results were in. The word he used that stuck with me? Crushing.
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Northwest Allen County Schools referendum fails with 54% of voters against it
Opportunities for Northwest Allen County Schools students and staff will be different than what leaders envisioned following Tuesday's failed ballot measure to annually collect up to $12 million in ad...
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November 5, 2025 at 3:20 AM
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Purdue opened its season in grand style Tuesday thanks in large part to Fletcher Loyer, who piled up a career-high 30 points on 7-for-10 shooting from 3-point distance to help the No. 1 Boilermakers pull away after a shaky start.
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Overtime: Wrapping up No. 1 Purdue's win over Evansville
Purdue opened its season in grand style Tuesday thanks in large part to Fletcher Loyer, who piled up a career-high 30 points on 7-for-10 shooting from 3-point distance to help
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November 5, 2025 at 4:27 AM