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Aug
27
Details on playground updates at 10 Fort Wayne Parks

Details on playground updates at 10 Fort Wayne Parks

If you’ve visited Fort Wayne parks this summer, you might have noticed new playground equipment.  Last year, the city
7 min read
Aug
27
Meet Charlie's Place: An oasis for craft cocktails, fresh food + dog-lovers

Meet Charlie's Place: An oasis for craft cocktails, fresh food + dog-lovers

“We have a lot of dog lovers who are regulars, and we have a lot of dogs who are regulars, too."
6 min read
Aug
21
RSVP for our free panel on Cycling for Transportation Downtown!

RSVP for our free panel on Cycling for Transportation Downtown!

RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeK885eEiMEfPGIBIuhTXxqnGWr-ONV0YMlMCmz997lR03slg/viewform?ref=thelocalfw.com Want to attend, but didn'
Aug
20
What are bioswales? These 'ancient' landscape technologies might be underutilized in Fort Wayne

What are bioswales? These 'ancient' landscape technologies might be underutilized in Fort Wayne

"Bioswales, rain gardens and the like can all make a difference in the city’s stormwater management."
6 min read
Aug
06
Tech-driven ice cream: These Fort Wayne pastry chefs have a 'secret ingredient' for quality, interesting flavors

Tech-driven ice cream: These Fort Wayne pastry chefs have a 'secret ingredient' for quality, interesting flavors

"There’s actually a lot of science that goes into making ice cream."
10 min read
Jul
30
Q&A with Last Fridays: A late-night event to meet Fort Wayne artists + friends

Q&A with Last Fridays: A late-night event to meet Fort Wayne artists + friends

“It’s a great place to find your people.”
6 min read
Jul
23
Meet Home Collective: a Fort Wayne shop with vintage, home decor + more

Meet Home Collective: a Fort Wayne shop with vintage, home decor + more

If you’re looking to add some character to your living space and closet, a new Fort Wayne shop opened
5 min read
Jul
02
What is 'real recycling'? Dirt Wain shares its latest ventures

What is 'real recycling'? Dirt Wain shares its latest ventures

"As we get more into what we call 'real recycling,' we’re finding ways to ensure that the items you intend to recycle are treated sustainably and responsibly, which as you know, doesn’t often happen when you use your city-provided recycling bin."
9 min read
Jun
18
Let’s talk about street trees and Fort Wayne’s tree canopy

Let’s talk about street trees and Fort Wayne’s tree canopy

“We have seen an increased interest in the Citizen Match Tree Planting Program in recent years. I call it ‘green energy.’ Fort Wayne is recognizing the power of tress now more than it used to.”
10 min read
Jun
04
What to know about Middle Waves 2024 at Parkview Field

What to know about Middle Waves 2024 at Parkview Field

“We’re not trying to change Middle Waves in any significant way. We’re providing resources to grow it while maintaining its original integrity and the vibe it’s always had in a way that serves the community for years to come.”
4 min read