The Porter family's hobbit-inspired home in Fort Wayne is full of color and plants.
The Porter family's hobbit-inspired home in Fort Wayne is full of color and plants. Rachel Von Stroup
Bravas is offering online ordering and curbside pickup until their new restaurant is ready.
Bravas is offering online ordering and curbside pickup until their new restaurant is ready. Courtesy
To honor Women's History Month, we ask local leaders what this month means to them.
To honor Women's History Month, we ask local leaders what this month means to them. Courtesy
William E. Warfield and the Fort Wayne Colored Giants are history-makers in Fort Wayne.
William E. Warfield and the Fort Wayne Colored Giants are history-makers in Fort Wayne. By Kara Hackett
Construction is underway to transform the former General Electric campus in Fort Wayne into Electric Works.
Construction is underway to transform the former General Electric campus in Fort Wayne into Electric Works. By Sierah Barnhart
Silverbirch Studios is a new world-class recording studio and virtual concert experience in Fort Wayne.
Silverbirch Studios is a new world-class recording studio and virtual concert experience in Fort Wayne. Tony Frantz, Das Fort Media
Baking is becoming a popular pastime during COVID-19. We meet the creator of a local food blog on Instagram, the Nerdie Baker.
Baking is becoming a popular pastime during COVID-19. We meet the creator of a local food blog on Instagram, the Nerdie Baker. Rachel Chin
In honor of Black History Month, Fort Wayne leaders share what this month means to them.
In honor of Black History Month, Fort Wayne leaders share what this month means to them. Courtesy
The psychedelic staircase of a viral 1970s time capsule home in Fort Wayne that's going from shag to chic.
The psychedelic staircase of a viral 1970s time capsule home in Fort Wayne that's going from shag to chic. Photos by Dustin McKibben of Dustin & Corynn Photography
A new business called Fort Wayne Popnic is creating pandemic-friendly picnics in local parks.
A new business called Fort Wayne Popnic is creating pandemic-friendly picnics in local parks. Courtesy
Local art, thrifty finds, and plants decorate this week's home tour: The Crow’s Nest on Rudisill.
Local art, thrifty finds, and plants decorate this week's home tour: The Crow’s Nest on Rudisill. By Rachel Von Stroup
Four Fort Wayne-based production companies created films for the City's Defend the Fort campaign. This still was captured from a PSA by Anchor Films.
Four Fort Wayne-based production companies created films for the City's Defend the Fort campaign. This still was captured from a PSA by Anchor Films. Courtesy
The 07 is home to many great parks in Fort Wayne, including Foster Park at 3900 Old Mill Rd.
The 07 is home to many great parks in Fort Wayne, including Foster Park at 3900 Old Mill Rd. Sierah Barnhart
Stephanie Ruiz, owner of The Hot Tamale Co!, launched her business out of a shared kitchen at the Community Harvest Food Bank.
Stephanie Ruiz, owner of The Hot Tamale Co!, launched her business out of a shared kitchen at the Community Harvest Food Bank. Bryant Rozier
A peek inside Michael Bartkiewicz and Henry DuRocher's urban loft on The Landing with mid-century eclectic flair.
A peek inside Michael Bartkiewicz and Henry DuRocher's urban loft on The Landing with mid-century eclectic flair. By Rachel Von Stroup
A new light sculpture “77 Steps” illuminates an alley between 113 and 127 West Berry St. in downtown Fort Wayne.
A new light sculpture “77 Steps” illuminates an alley between 113 and 127 West Berry St. in downtown Fort Wayne. Kara Hackett
Davey's Delicious Bagels & Deli serves steamed bagel sandwiches and homemade soups.
Davey's Delicious Bagels & Deli serves steamed bagel sandwiches and homemade soups. Courtesy
Crosswalks create connectivity along North Anthony Boulevard in Fort Wayne.
Crosswalks create connectivity along North Anthony Boulevard in Fort Wayne. By Sierah Barnhart
Grace College senior Mitchell Bowen designed a set of postcards and posters that have sold out at Winona Lake.
Grace College senior Mitchell Bowen designed a set of postcards and posters that have sold out at Winona Lake. Courtesy
A statue of Chief Little Turtle, whose real name was Mihšihkinaahkwa, by Hector Garcia in Fort Wayne's Headwaters Park East.
A statue of Chief Little Turtle, whose real name was Mihšihkinaahkwa, by Hector Garcia in Fort Wayne's Headwaters Park East. By Kara Hackett
A 14-foot-tall wind-vane statue of Lady Liberty stands atop the Allen County Courthouse in downtown Fort Wayne.
A 14-foot-tall wind-vane statue of Lady Liberty stands atop the Allen County Courthouse in downtown Fort Wayne. By Sierah Barnhart
Language Services Network in Fort Wayne provides interpretation and translation services in 22 languages to area businesses and organizations.
Language Services Network in Fort Wayne provides interpretation and translation services in 22 languages to area businesses and organizations. By Rachel Von Stroup
Fall leaves on the trees of near downtown neighborhoods in Fort Wayne, like Williams Woodland Park.
Fall leaves on the trees of near downtown neighborhoods in Fort Wayne, like Williams Woodland Park. By Andrew Hoffman
There's a new mural at McMillen Park, courtesy of AbsorbALL and Turnstone Center.
There's a new mural at McMillen Park, courtesy of AbsorbALL and Turnstone Center. AbsorbALL
Muralist Remix 1 of Mexico City painted a new mural in downtown North Manchester.
Muralist Remix 1 of Mexico City painted a new mural in downtown North Manchester. By Ray Steup

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Feature Story The view from the entry way includes plant and a colorful fireplace into the living room at the Porter family home. Neighborhoods

Input Home Tours: French musicians share their hobbit-inspired home in North Highlands Neighborhood

Kara HackettWednesday, April 14, 2021
Musicians and travelers, Lyndsy Rae Porter and Ben Porter, share their family’s “Hobbit House” in the 1800 block of Emerson Ave. 
Feature Story Joshua Raines of STAR 88.3, left, and Harry Cunningham of Vera Bradley, right, are on the leadership team behind goodMRKT. Entrepreneurship

What is goodMRKT? A new artisan shop at Jefferson Pointe elevating socially responsible retailers

Kara HackettWednesday, April 14, 2021
Opening this week, goodMRKT is a part-mentorship program, part-brick-and-mortar shop for socially responsible retailers.
Feature Story The COVID-19 pandemic has shown the value of small, intimate weddings. Arts and Culture

How COVID-19 is shaking up weddings in Northeast Indiana—and the changes aren’t all bad

By Gwen Clayton and Kara HackettWednesday, April 14, 2021
The pandemic reveals the advantages of intimate, creative weddings and small-town venues—and could lead to bigger celebrations in coming years.
Feature Story Jeffrey Ptak is the Founder of jeffrey.benjamin.hair at 116 W Columbia St. Entrepreneurship

An urban hair salon meets art gallery on the Landing at jeffrey.benjamin.hair

Kara HackettWednesday, April 14, 2021
Trained in Buffalo, NY, and inspired by his world travels, Jeffrey Ptak shares the story behind jeffrey.benjamin.hair on the Landing. 
Feature Story Kyah Merritt Stephen PeopleofNEI Diversity

#PeopleofNEI's Faces of the Fort: Kyah, a hometown hero advocating for people with disabilities

Stephen J. BaileyWednesday, April 14, 2021
"There is a grieving process. Some things may never change but there’s a process of getting to the point of being proud of who we are."
Feature Story A double Truck Burger with bacon at Bravas. Entrepreneurship

Bravas is back at it, but what will the future be like? Founder Bo Gonzalez shares his plans

Pablo HurtadoWednesday, April 7, 2021
We have details on what's next for Bravas, from a new location to new menu items and a goal to be a “radically progressive business” in Indiana.
Feature Story Bread & Circus is a multi-faceted startup providing artists with mentorship, gallery space, and retail space. Entrepreneurship

What is Bread & Circus? A startup in the '07 creating opportunities for Fort Wayne artists

Spencer FrainWednesday, April 7, 2021
Bread & Circus provides artists with mentorship, gallery space, and retail space inside Wunderkammer Company.
Feature Story During the pandemic, Southeast nonprofits and supporters have been hosting Curbside BBQs to build community and feed hungry people in a safe, socially distant way. Volunteerism

How Southeast Fort Wayne nonprofits and supporters are serving their neighbors with food for all

Adèle PoudrierFriday, April 2, 2021
In March alone, the Human Agricultural Cooperative distributed more than 20,000 pounds of food and 900 meals.
Feature Story dot & line Brewing Company is located at 2623 Camino Ct., Suite 102. Arts and Culture

Drink in art and sunshine at dot & line Brewing Company in Fort Wayne

Brett GaugerWednesday, April 7, 2021
The Input Street Team pays a visit to dot & line Brewing Company on the Northwest side.
Feature Story Hundreds of children descended on more than 1,000 eggs hidden around Weisser Park. Arts and Culture

Photos from the 5th Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Weisser Park

Sierah BarnhartWednesday, April 7, 2021
Hundreds of children descended on more than 1,000 eggs at the 5th Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Weisser Park by Bigger Than Us.
Feature Story To honor Women's History Month, we asked a handful of Fort Wayne leaders what this month means to them. Diversity

What does Women’s History Month mean to you, and what are your hopes for Fort Wayne’s future?

Kara HackettWednesday, March 31, 2021
We ask women in the Fort Wayne area to fill us in.
Feature Story Throughout the pandemic, Lutheran Social Services of Indiana has continued to provide essential services to residents in need. Economic Development

Fort Wayne funders and nonprofits share innovations in 'essential' systems during COVID-19

Kara HackettWednesday, March 31, 2021
“This pandemic has opened my eyes to how weak the infrastructure is for the very fundamental needs we all have as humans.”  
Feature Story Indiana Tech hosts on-campus events designed to foster understanding and dialogue. Arts and Culture

Indiana Tech's Lisa Givan shares how 2020 shaped her team's thinking on DEI and 'belonging'

Wednesday, March 31, 2021
"I think what makes us unique is that we're developing a sense of belonging here. And an improved sense of belonging will have a positive impact on people's lived experiences while they're on our campus."
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