Kara Hackett

Kara Hackett

Jul
31

How big is the demand for retail (and housing) in Downtown Fort Wayne?

6 min read
Jul
29

What's the state of retail Downtown? • Lawsuits fuel fire department feud • Where to find vegan food + more

Hey Locals, If you've watched Downtown's growth in recent years, you might have noticed a trend:
9 min read
Jul
24

How will public media cuts affect Fort Wayne’s news ecosystem – and the economy?

We break down how taxpayers foot the bill for fewer jobs and support for public media.
4 min read
Jul
22

July 22, 2025 | How PBS + NPR cuts affect Fort Wayne's economy • Housing opens at Electric Works • Local Food Week, Pride Fest + more

Hey Locals, We have a shorter newsletter than usual today due to an unforeseen website error late last night. The
5 min read
Jul
17

Does Fort Wayne have enough housing affordable to its workforce?

And if not, what might change that?
6 min read
Jul
15

July 15, 2025 | Is buying a home in Fort Wayne still 'affordable'? • New city website • Riverfront scavenger hunt

Hey Locals, We've been at this for almost three years now (whew), and we're always looking
7 min read
Jul
08

July 8, 2025 | Big Fort Fest tips, BOGO pasta deal with Rune + more

Hey Locals, Fort Wayne's first Big Fort Fest is this weekend, and we have quick tips to help
6 min read
Jul
08

Q&A with Rune Restaurant

"The focus and goal is the same as ever – to offer technique and high-quality responsibly sourced food."
4 min read
Jul
08

July 8, 2025 | Big Fort Fest tips • School funding freeze • BOGO pasta deal with Rune!

8 min read
Jul
03

Keep independent media in Fort Wayne – upgrade today!

We'll send you stickers (and other bonus content)!
1 min read