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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
May
24
A new restaurant with duckpin bowling is coming to The Pearl in Downtown Fort Wayne

A new restaurant with duckpin bowling is coming to The Pearl in Downtown Fort Wayne

Exclusive details on Ducky's — the fourth new restaurant by Mercado's Te Gustó Hospitality.
5 min read
May
14
What to expect as Ft. Wayne’s Farmers Market transitions to Electric Works ownership

What to expect as Ft. Wayne’s Farmers Market transitions to Electric Works ownership

"Our plan is to continue the market in the same fashion Leigh started it: focusing very much so on the farmers and local producers."
5 min read
May
14
'Unsung heroes' & accessibility shape Fort Wayne's first Power of Tourism & Hospitality awards

'Unsung heroes' & accessibility shape Fort Wayne's first Power of Tourism & Hospitality awards

“One small experience can color a whole city for people."
6 min read
May
07
What's next for Fort Wayne's NPR station 89.1 WBOI? Meet its new President & GM to share your ideas!

What's next for Fort Wayne's NPR station 89.1 WBOI? Meet its new President & GM to share your ideas!

“Public broadcasting has a reputation for serious news, and certainly in the past couple years, during the pandemic, it had to be. But there’s also room for pure joy on public radio.”
6 min read
Apr
30
Toledo answers 10 of our biggest questions about Fort Wayne's first DORA Downtown

Toledo answers 10 of our biggest questions about Fort Wayne's first DORA Downtown

How have DORAs played out in other cities? How do you get people to follow the rules without wreaking havoc on Downtown? And what happens to all those plastic cups?
4 min read
Apr
23
Women's Campaign Institute leaders reflect on Mayor Sharon Tucker's historic election

Women's Campaign Institute leaders reflect on Mayor Sharon Tucker's historic election

"Women represent 51% of our community and now have a leader at the highest level of Fort Wayne."
2 min read