A resident's guide to Fort Wayne media

Hey Locals,

It was great to meet some of you in-person last night at our Neighborhood Power Lab presentation on A Resident's Guide to Local Media. In case you missed it, today's newsletter offers some highlights and a link to our YouTube account where paid members can watch the full talk online.

We appreciate your support, and we look forward to more opportunities to connect with you!

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For a quick refresher: The City's Neighborhood Power Lab Workshop Series is a free, interactive learning experience designed and led by City staff and community experts. Each session is intended to equip neighborhood leaders and engaged residents with practical tools, strategic insight, and real-world knowledge to move ideas from concept to action, and Kara's talk was the first lecture in the Fall 2026 season. Catch more Power Lab events here on topics, like avoiding burnout and building better neighborhoods.

Also: Don't forget to mark your calendars for the free Inspire Neighborhoods Conference on Sept. 11 at Electric Works! Register by August 31 to attend.

Last night: Kara's presentation covered...

• Her background in local media and launching The Local
• A look at media bias, trust, and the value of accuracy
• The challenges facing local media, from fragmentation to consolidation and complex business models
• Examples of why local media matters to neighborhoods
• Tips for sharing stories and information about your neighborhood with local journalists