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
Kevin Morse’s yard in the 3700 block of Chancellor Dr. features a Halloween display with skeletons and 352 handmade tombstones.
Kevin Morse’s yard in the 3700 block of Chancellor Dr. features a Halloween display with skeletons and 352 handmade tombstones. By Pablo Hurtado
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 Kosciusko Cash is an innovative Buy One, Get One gift card program designed to support small businesses in Kosciusko County. Economic Development

Are you shopping small this holiday season? These Northeast Indiana deals and discounts can help

Kara HackettWednesday, November 25, 2020
Here are a few ways to take advantage of #ShopSmallSaturday in the Fort Wayne area—and keep buying local throughout the holiday season.  
Feature Story Artist Emily Guerrero, right, teaches granddaughter about ofrendas. Arts and Culture

Reimagining death: Meet a Fort Wayne artist sharing the culture of her Mexica ancestors

By Moriah WeaverWednesday, November 18, 2020
As part of Día de los Muertos in November, artist Emily Guerrero is creating several ofrendas throughout the city to honor lost loved ones in 2020.
Feature Story With its eclectic mix of businesses and developing culture, The Landing is attracting transplants, empty nesters, and young couples to try urban living. Community Development

Living on The Landing: Residents share their experiences

Desaray BradleyWednesday, November 18, 2020
With its eclectic mix of businesses and developing culture, The Landing is attracting transplants, empty nesters, and young couples to try urban living.
Feature Story After coming out of a serious relationship mid-quarantine, I, Olivia Lehman, have flung myself into the murky waters of dating. In Fort Wayne. During a pandemic. Arts and Culture

The pandemic dating scene: Where are singles in Fort Wayne supposed to meet each other now?

By Olivia LehmanWednesday, November 18, 2020
"In a city where restaurants close at 9 p.m., and you can’t go anywhere without running into your ex-boyfriend’s mom, Fort Wayne singles have a new feat to overcome in 2020: The pandemic dating scene."
News A new landscape design at Conjure Coffee will enhance the local environment. Economic Development

3 Fort Wayne food businesses going 'green' during COVID-19

Lauren CaggianoWednesday, November 18, 2020
Increased interest in carry out and outdoor dining during the pandemic is driving a renewed interest in a related concern: Sustainability.
Feature Story Grace College senior Mitchell Bowen intends to go from town to town, creating unique poster and postcard designs. Arts and Culture

Meet a Warsaw-based art student creating a business to capture the essence of small towns

By Madison CowmanWednesday, November 18, 2020
Up-and-Coming artist, Mitchell Bowen, designed a set of postcards and posters that have sold out at Winona Lake. Now, he has plans to expand his business.
Feature Story Honey Plant Entrepreneurship

#PlacesofNEI: the Honey Plant, gorgeous plants for your home or work space

Stephen J. BaileyWednesday, November 18, 2020
"This unique store offers cactus, succulents, and leafy botanical designs in every size and shape."
Feature Story A statue of Cheif Little Turtle by Hector Garcia (1976) in Fort Wayne's Headwaters Park East near the footbridge. Arts and Culture

Fort Wayne’s culture wars seen anew this Thanksgiving through statues

Ann VotawWednesday, November 11, 2020
In a city full of Waynes, few sculptures honor pre-Fort history. 
Feature Story Anjelica "Angie" Soto, left, is one organizer behind a fundraiser for her friends, Tyrone and Melonie Cato, right. Volunteerism

These Fort Wayne residents demonstrate the power of goodwill and community support

Kara HackettWednesday, November 11, 2020

“In the course of everyday life, you affect change in people’s lives—whether you realize it or not."

Feature Story Krystal Davis' band Our Name is Taken performed at Taste of the Arts 2020. Arts and Culture

Sweetwater is creating a hub for music talent in Fort Wayne, just ask these bands

Lauren CaggianoWednesday, November 11, 2020
Three Sweetwater employees share how their workplace has shaped their music.
Feature Story Having opened concerts for nationally known acts, including Citizens and The Brilliance, student Sam Schmidt released his debut single “Paint” in 2020 and has an album on the way. Arts and Culture

How Warsaw-native artist ‘Sam Ule’ is building a career as a full-time musician at Grace College

Kyrsten NewlonWednesday, November 11, 2020
Having opened concerts for nationally known acts, including Citizens and The Brilliance, student Sam Schmidt released his debut single “Paint” in 2020 and has an album on the way.
Feature Story Students in class at Purdue Fort Wayne wear masks. Higher Education

College during COVID-19: How 3 Fort Wayne schools are faring

Ali BrandWednesday, November 11, 2020

Indiana Tech, Purdue Fort Wayne, and the University of Saint Francis share their takeaways from the COVID-19 college experience so far.

Partner Content Veterans and Parkview employees from left are Nathan Milliman, Michael Eckroth, and Donna Van Vlerah. Healthy Communities

Meet 3 Northeast Indiana veterans using their military experience to fight COVID-19

Tami BrigleWednesday, November 11, 2020

“COVID is like a military campaign. It’s the overarching issue in duration and scope. Within that, you’ve got a bunch of battles. You’ve got to win the battles to win the campaign."

Feature Story DJ Unga Arts and Culture

#PeopleofNEI: DJ Unga, feeling the spirit of Fort Wayne

Stephen J. BaileyWednesday, November 11, 2020
"I can feel a deep change going on here. I can feel it in my spirit, man."
Feature Story If residents in cities like Chicago seek respite in Fort Wayne during COVID-19, will they stay? Economic Development

Housing & COVID-19: Are big city residents relocating to Fort Wayne during the pandemic?

Kara HackettWednesday, November 04, 2020
We ask real estate agents and young professionals in the Midwest about trends they're seeing.
Feature Story Before COVID-19 began, Fort Wayne had the 13th highest eviction rate in the U.S. Now, the situation is growing more complex. Economic Development

Housing & COVID-19: 'Waves' of evictions are likely in Fort Wayne as the pandemic continues

Angela StanleyWednesday, November 04, 2020

Before COVID-19, Fort Wayne had the 13th highest eviction rate in the U.S. Now, the situation is becoming more complex.

Feature Story African dancers perform at a pop-up event in Bloomington in 2019 designed to restore cultural memory about a Black marketplace that was firebombed by the KKK. Arts and Culture

What is the value of a strong creative community? Ask these Indiana cities

Kara HackettWednesday, November 04, 2020
Three Hoosier cities demonstrate how the arts impact a place's culture, economy, and talent prospects.
Feature Story Black and Latinx students are at higher risk of falling behind in school during COVID-19 than their white peers. Economic Development

For students behind on schoolwork during COVID-19, these Fort Wayne agencies can help

Fredrick McKissack of Fort Wayne Ink SpotWednesday, November 04, 2020

Three local agencies have teamed up to help curb an education crisis hitting Southeast Fort Wayne families during the pandemic.

Partner Content The Parkview Advanced Medical Simulation Lab is primarily used to train medical professionals. Healthy Communities

3 ways a Northeast Indiana healthcare simulation lab was part of world-class innovation in 2020

Tami BrigleWednesday, November 04, 2020
"A lot of people don’t realize the incredible technology we have here.”
Feature Story Health Food Shoppe Natural Grocery Arts and Culture

#PlacesofNEI: The Health Food Shoppe, a locally owned natural grocery

Stephen J. BaileyWednesday, November 04, 2020
"This is a great place to support local during the pandemic with grab and go features as well as curbside pickup options."
Feature Story Tim Harvey brought his Netflix job with him to Fort Wayne two years ago. He continues working remotely for the Silicon Valley-based employer. Economic Development

What can a Bay Area job get you in Fort Wayne? A remote worker for Netflix shares his experience

Gwen ClaytonWednesday, October 28, 2020
Two years into his remote job, a Silicon Valley employee shares about the lower cost of living and higher standard of life he's found in Northeast Indiana.
News Three Rivers Distilling Co. is investing in its outdoor dining experience with igloo seating during COVID-19. Economic Development

How will local restaurants in Fort Wayne survive a COVID-19 winter?

Lauren CaggianoWednesday, October 28, 2020
As winter complicates outdoor dining in Fort Wayne, which has been a lifeline for many restaurants, local establishments are forced to adapt or close.
Feature Story There's a project-within-a-project happening at Electric Works as volunteers work to harvest a beloved pear tree on campus and preserve its DNA for future generations. Sustainability

A pear tree at Fort Wayne’s old GE campus is finding new life through Electric Works

Kara HackettWednesday, October 28, 2020
There's a project-within-a-project happening at Electric Works as volunteers harvest a beloved pear tree's fruit and preserve its DNA for future generations.
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