<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3aAiZK_1EzzjL0a00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3aAiZK_1EzzjL0a00" width="1600" height="900" ></figure>For firefighters, heat makes any fire task a lot harder. But for a local fundraiser, they are making an exception. Local stations, area chefs, and restaurants are teaming up for the fifth annual Chili for Children Cookoff to benefit the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne on Wednesday, Sept. 30, from 6-8 p.m. at Classic Cafe Catering and Events Center, 4832 Hillegas Road. The event features a direct cooking competition between local fire stations, area chefs, and regional restaurants. Attendees sample a dozen chili entries from every competing station and restaurant before casting their votes for the people’s choice winner, alongside a charcuterie table and live music. Event proceeds directly fund Y Care scholarships and youth summer camps, giving local working families a vital safety net for reliable childcare and engaging out-of-school programs. Tickets are available online at fwymca.org, through local YMCA branch channels, or directly at the door.<h2>New gas station doesn’t skimp on food</h2>Forget what you’ve come to know about gas station coffee. At least, that’s what the Speedway at 2752 S. Doyle Road in New Haven is trying to do with its newest store, which opened in August east of Interstate 469. The truck stop has gone all in with Swiss-engineered Franke bean-to-cup precision coffee machines. The high-tech, high-resolution machines pour barista quality coffee, espresso, dirty chais, and specialty drinks, with lots of options like milk and syrup. Many stores have walk-in coolers, but this one has a walk-in drink den for soft drinks boasting dozens of options, not to overlook their fountain drinks and slushies. Of course, there are the traditional foods like hot dogs and taquitos on the roll, pizza, sandwiches, and lots of fresh doughnuts and cookies.<h2>Diner closes its doors in Huntington</h2>Huntington Diner, 1901 Etna Ave., has closed its doors. In a social media post dated Aug. 31, management announced that maintenance costs and equipment expenses are to blame for the permanent shutdown, emphasizing that the decision had little to do with community support. Opening in 2024, the restaurant quickly became a neighborhood spot with a classic, casual diner vibe. Its menu focused on breakfast all day, featuring items like made-to-order omelets, biscuits and gravy, and hearty breakfast skillets, alongside classic lunch and dinner options like hot sandwiches, daily specials, and fish.<h2>Sugar Creek finds new spot in Columbia City</h2>Sugar Creek Donuts is moving its Columbia City store to a new location at 609 S. Golden St. An opening date for the new Golden Street space has not been set and the team will announce details once it is ready. In the meantime, operations are centered around the Fort Wayne bakery, 2339 Crescent Ave., which is open Tuesdays through Saturdays from 6 a.m.- 2 p.m.<h2>Fairgrounds fundraiser at Bubba’s 33</h2>Bubba’s 33, 317 Coliseum Blvd. E., is hosting a dining fundraiser to benefit Allen County Fairgrounds. From 4-9 p.m. on Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 19-20, 10 percent of meal sales for dine-in customers will be donated to the fairgrounds when participants mention the fundraiser to their server.<h2>Science Central has fundraiser at Panera</h2>Science Central is teaming up with at 526 Coliseum Blvd. E. for a fundraiser to bring back and reimagine its High Rail Bike exhibit as the High Wire Bike. From 4-8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25, a portion of sales generated during the four-hour time slot will directly support the center. To count toward the fundraiser, mention Science Central at the register, show staff the event flyer, or enter the code FUND4U online, on the app, or at the in-cafe kiosks.<h2>Coffee shop opens at Huntington University</h2>Forester Grounds is now open on the lower level of the Huntington Union Building, 766 Lake St., at Huntington University in Huntington. The spot serves specialty espresso drinks, hot and iced coffees, teas, and a selection of grab-and-go pastries and snacks. Hours are 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday-Sunday.Off the Eaten Path is the Whatzup weekly column that covers Northeast Indiana’s restaurant and food news. Send your news items to [email protected].</div></body>

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For firefighters, heat makes any fire task a lot harder. But for a local fundraiser, they are making an exception. Local stations, area chefs, and restaurants are teaming up for the fifth annual Chili for Children Cookoff to benefit the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne on Wednesday, Sept. 30, from 6-8 p.m. at Classic Cafe Catering and Events Center, 4832 Hillegas Road.

Firefighters host chili cookoff for YMCA

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For firefighters, heat makes any fire task a lot harder. But for a local fundraiser, they are making an exception. Local stations, area chefs, and restaura

Firefighters host chili cookoff for YMCA

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