Above The Fold

In-depth stories and original reporting from the Thursday newsletter.
Mar
19

What's next for Southeast Fort Wayne? A hotel + more...

Hey Locals, We recently learned about an interesting $9.5M hotel development planned for Southeast Fort Wayne at Southtown Centre.
5 min read
Mar
12

What we learned about Fort Wayne's public history

Interesting facts about local history, ranging from geography and urban development to immigration and innovation.
6 min read
Mar
05

Reflections on the Scottish Rite reno: 3 things we wish Electric Works was doing

Hey Locals, This week, we’re reflecting on another significant local development in the works, Surack Enterprises’s efforts to
5 min read
Feb
26

Is Electric Works working? And what's happening behind-the-scenes?

A Parkview-Field of Dreams mentality might be at play. Developers built the project, but are people coming?
8 min read
Feb
19

Three years of The Local: Why we started + what's next

Hey Locals, Cheers to three years! Today, we have a special anniversary edition for you as a thank you and
10 min read
Feb
12

What the Flock are these cameras around town?

Hey Locals, Since last fall, several readers have emailed us about cameras they’ve spotted around town, wanting to know
7 min read
Feb
05

Liquor license reform might be what Fort Wayne's food scene needs

And it might help small businesses more than a controversial casino.
5 min read
Jan
29

Immigration policy + Fort Wayne: 4 things we’re watching

Today's Above the Fold letter is available for all subscribers. Hey Locals, You’ve probably seen a lot
5 min read
Jan
22

Casino public forum raises questions on transparency

"It’s got to be broader than just a few people in the back room."
5 min read
Jan
15

How much is Google contributing to Fort Wayne?

Is the city partnering with a company that’s bringing sustained economic development and investment to the city?
7 min read