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Jan
09

Q&A with Johnny OX Pizzeria: Bringing New Jersey-style pies to Fort Wayne

"To this day, we’ve had people who visit Johnny OX tell us: 'I felt like I was back at the Jersey Shore when I tasted your pizza.' Pretty cool!"
8 min read
Dec
26

Our top 10 most-read stories in 2023!

We hope you've enjoyed our weekly email newsletter this year. Here's a look back at our top 10 most-read stories.
8 min read
Dec
19

Reader question: What is the state of Fort Wayne’s recycling system?

"I’ve found that, oftentimes, people want to recycle well, but it does take more work than it should, especially the way our system is currently designed."
11 min read
Dec
19

The Deeper Dive: Is Project Zodiac's tax phase-in a good deal for Fort Wayne?

You've heard... * This week: Fort Wayne City Council is considering a massive tax phase-in (aka tax abatement) request
5 min read
Dec
12

The Deeper Dive: How likely is passenger rail service in Fort Wayne?

"This is the best position Fort Wayne has been in to restore passenger rail service since 1990, when the Baker Street train station closed."
10 min read
Dec
12

What would take Fort Wayne's culture to the next level? 5 questions with artist Julie Wall of The Hedge

"I’d love to see more people in Fort Wayne shopping from local makers and small businesses throughout the year."
5 min read
Dec
05

How new owners at The Green Frog are 'bringing some Brooklyn' to Fort Wayne

"We do want to do something that feels very welcoming, which is how we feel about our Brooklyn bars. You come in; you know the bartender and the people you’re going to see. "
8 min read
Nov
20

Tips for attending HolidayFest Night of Lights in Downtown Fort Wayne

A few quick tips from Downtown Fort Wayne's team.
2 min read
Nov
14

Free trees for schools! Why the Tree Canopy Growth Fund is planting hundreds of trees at Allen County schools

"People who design schools are the same people who design jails. And if our schools are like jails, how do we expect the children to behave inside?"
4 min read
Nov
14

The Deeper Dive: A break down of Fort Wayne's municipal election results

Our local politics writer Kody Tinnel breaks down last week's municipal election results.
2 min read