Kara Hackett

Kara Hackett

Apr
23

Our favorite spring things to do in Fort Wayne

Recommendations from our contributors.
4 min read
Apr
21

Our favorite spring things • 'Fewer carwashes' campaign • New coffee shop + Independent Bookstore Day!

Hey Locals, We're working on a few projects behind-the-scenes this week, so instead of our usual Above the
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Apr
16

Let's talk about public comment at City Council

What's allowed? What's not? And how can citizens be heard?
7 min read
Apr
14

Let's talk about public comment at City Council • Fort Wayne featured in IndyStar exposé • Honor Earth Day with thrifting, wine + more!

Hey Locals, Public comment took center-stage at last week's City Council meeting, where Council reps and attendees sparred
10 min read
Apr
09

Primary prep: What to know about Allen County's vote centers, key races + more

Today's Above the Fold letter is available for all subscribers. Hey Locals, Early voting is underway for the
6 min read
Apr
07

Early primary voting begins today! • Union Street Market seeks new management • April deal at new coffee/bookshop!

Hey Locals, It's shaping up to be an interesting local midterm primary, and early voting begins today. We
10 min read
Apr
06

This Fort Wayne area vintage shop opened a new coffee + books cafe

As someone who enjoys historic architecture and vintage shopping, I (Kara) have had several friends tell me to check out
7 min read
Apr
02

Bills, bills, bills: What to know about utility (un)affordability in Fort Wayne

Hey Locals, At first we started out real cool.... Not too long ago, Indiana customers had some of the most
7 min read
Mar
31

Utility (un)affordability meeting • New ordinance on homelessness • Free local produce in exchange for farm work!

Hey Locals, Amidst data center growth and national policy changes, a statewide listening session is coming to Fort Wayne early
11 min read
Mar
26

What does Google's data center mean for Fort Wayne?

A Local subscriber in big tech weighs in.
8 min read