“I’d say my greatest inspiration comes from living in Haiti, my island home—a place filled with life and color. I want my apartment to reflect that.”

“I made the decision in the middle of the desert that I was going to quit my job and trade financial stability for ultimate freedom. I made a vow with myself and my wife that we would no longer do things that made us unhappy; we would pursue our dreams and alter our lives to match our true desires.”

Whether you enjoy casual bike riding, touring, racing, or all three, there’s a regional festival you won’t want to miss.

“It is a time to educate, organize, and celebrate the Black community. It is about unity in the community. Our mission is to develop Renaissance Leaders and connect people and organizations with a collective conscience for community welfare and events, locally and abroad.”

How is Fort Wayne accommodating and supporting people with disabilities, and what could be done to improve conditions and infrastructure for all?

"Fort Wayne’s 1840 canal boat replica is offering 45- and 90-minute tours."

"There are certain kids who have a tough time with ‘normal’ learning.' The arts is where they really come alive in a way you don't see in an average classroom."

Sen. Todd Young (R-Indiana) briefs journalists in the Fort Wayne Media Collaborative about a bill, requiring local planners to report when they are implementing historically discriminatory land use and zoning policies.  

For the past two years, the COVID-19 pandemic has forced many people to grapple with their mental healthcare in the same way they often do with their physical healthcare. Perhaps, as a result, more people in Fort Wayne are amplifying their voices and coping tools for working through mental health challenges.

This story is part of a series exploring what “investing in people” looks like, starting with a Fort Wayne program that helps youth expand their horizons by building personal brands.  

"What's it mean to be a music city, and how do we pursue that?" 

A hybrid or flex model of work is emerging as the “new normal,” and it's changing how people interact with their offices—and their cities.