Kara Hackett

Kara Hackett

Nov
07

Nov. 7, 2023 | Last-minute voting prep, and how can the mayor advance public transportation?

Hey Locals, It's Election Day, and we've got you covered for last-minute voting prep. We also
7 min read
Oct
31

Q&A with Brooks BBQ at Electric Works: Its family roots and what's next

"Little did I know the dream I had planned wasn’t the plan God had for me.”
9 min read
Oct
31

October 31, 2023 | What's really happening with riverfront development? • Council passes 'lowest possible' jail tax • A new deal with Brooks BBQ!

11 min read
Oct
31

What's really happening with riverfront development? Fort Wayne business owner speaks out on 'deals with no real strategy'

"Development can be a good thing. But only within a well-defined comprehensive plan to ensure all parts work in unison."
4 min read
Oct
31

October 31, 2023 | What's really happening with riverfront development?

Hey Locals, Happy Halloween! Well, well, well... Wells Street is becoming a center of interest as riverfront development extends north.
6 min read
Oct
24

October 24, 2023 | DOMO, Doden, drama! Details on the $1.5 billion riverfront proposal

Hey Locals, What a week! It's only Tuesday, and Fort Wayne businessman, Eric Doden of DOMO Development, has
7 min read
Oct
24

October 24, 2023 | DOMO, Doden, drama! We have details • Candidates sound off on key issues • Our favorite Papi's Pizza slices so far

12 min read
Oct
24

We asked mayor and City Council candidates about 6 hot topics in Fort Wayne. Here’s what they said...

Topics covered range from public safety and streets to public transportation, housing and police accountability.
51 min read
Oct
24

The Deeper Dive: What to know about DOMO Development's $1.5 billion plans for North River

Details on the grandiose Riverfront Planning Urban District project pitched for Fort Wayne's North River.
4 min read
Oct
17

Q&A: Meet five filmmakers from across the U.S. sharing work at Hobnobben Film Festival in Fort Wayne

“I believe this film festival will continue to grow and be a hallmark festival in the Midwest in only a matter of time.”
17 min read