Entrepreneur and O'Fabz founder, Olivia Fabian, poses in front of the former Founders co-working space.

Community Development

'4 in the Fort': What's next for Fort Wayne's entrepreneurial ecosystem

Lauren CaggianoWednesday, August 14, 2019

A new event at Wunderkammer Company is designed to spur passion, collaboration, and connection in the entrepreneurial community.

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Co-op volunteers choose an installer on behalf of the entire group through an open and competitive bidding process.

Economic Development

An energy system that works for everyone: Why one nonprofit is fighting for rooftop solar in Indiana

Lauren CaggianoWednesday, August 14, 2019

A national nonprofit is empowering Indiana communities to convert to solar energy, one neighbor at a time.

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Réna Bradley, center, is a community leader and director of the Tired-a-Lot project in Fort Wayne's Mount Vernon Park neighborhood.

Community Development

Want to improve your neighborhood? This conference coming to Fort Wayne is a good place to start

Kara HackettWednesday, August 14, 2019

The 2019 Regional Neighborhood Network Conference has a special focus on helping community advocates roll up their sleeves and launch projects of their own.

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Zesto serves Razzles which are similar to DQ blizzards.

Arts and Culture

Blog: 5 unique ice cream shops to try in Fort Wayne

Lauren WongWednesday, August 14, 2019

If you’re looking for a sweet treat, the Summit City has no shortage of ways to indulge in ice cream.

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Lisa Givan is Indiana Tech's first leader of the Office for Diversity and Inclusion.

Community Development

Q&A with Lisa Givan: What does a Director of Diversity and Inclusion do?

Lauren CaggianoWednesday, August 14, 2019

As a new leader at Indiana Tech, Givan tells us about her unique role and shares tips for any organization looking to advance inclusion.

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Terry Helm shares his story of getting back into the workforce after a debilitating accident.

Economic Development

This program is opening pathways to employment for people with disabilities in Fort Wayne

By Larissa WhitakerWednesday, August 14, 2019

How do people with disabilities find jobs that use their skills? An initiative at Greater Fort Wayne Inc. can help.

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Megan Butler stands in front of Promenade Park.

Community Development

#PeopleofNEI: Megan, building a community experience on the riverfront

Stephen J. BaileyWednesday, August 14, 2019

"This park won’t change the struggle, but it provides a community experience no matter what part of the community you are coming from."

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A waterfall at Hathaway Preserve at Ross Run in Wabash.

Sustainability

Waterfalls in northeast Indiana? Discover hidden treasures on ACRES Land Trust preserves

Kara HackettWednesday, August 07, 2019

Meet the land trust preserving more than 7,100 acres of nature in northeast Indiana.

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Stephen Bailey hosted a series of community dinner conversations at his house in the 46802 zip code.

Community Development

Blog: How your dinner table can transform your community

Stephen J. BaileyWednesday, August 07, 2019

There is something magical about sitting at a table and breaking bread with a stranger who is willing to let you into their personal space.

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Community Development

How a spirit of volunteerism is building support for Fort Wayne's most vulnerable residents

Lauren CaggianoWednesday, August 07, 2019

How do you build stronger neighborhoods? It starts with volunteering to help, NeighborLink says.

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Gonzalee Martin, left, and Laura Dwire, right, partner with local growers like Mar De Nar, center.

Healthy Communities

What are HEAL Farm Markets in Allen County?

Mark Burkholder & StaffWednesday, August 07, 2019

Discover one solution to food deserts that benefits consumers and farmers alike.

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Community Development

'4 in the Fort': What's next for Fort Wayne's entrepreneurial ecosystem

Lauren CaggianoWednesday, August 14, 2019

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Economic Development

An energy system that works for everyone: Why one nonprofit is fighting for rooftop solar in Indiana

Lauren CaggianoWednesday, August 14, 2019

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Community Development

How a spirit of volunteerism is building support for Fort Wayne's most vulnerable residents

Lauren CaggianoWednesday, August 07, 2019

News

The newly released Franke Park Master Plan aims for a broad blueprint for the future of the park.

Community Development

What is the future of Fort Wayne's parks system?

Lauren CaggianoWednesday, July 24, 2019

News

Diamonds are a recurring design element throughout Concordia Theological Seminary.

Economic Development

Purposeful design: How two architectural gems of Fort Wayne's past can influence its future

Lauren CaggianoWednesday, July 24, 2019

News

Once developed, Sample Snap is poised to streamline the sample ordering process for designers.

Economic Development

Business to watch: This female-owned company is using technology to save interior designers time

Lauren CaggianoWednesday, July 17, 2019

News

Sports agent Chauntiel Smith is blazing a trail in a traditionally male-dominated industry.

Economic Development

From college athlete to agent: This Fort Wayne entrepreneur is making her mark on the sports world

Lauren CaggianoWednesday, July 17, 2019

News

Stoner's Funstore's facade, as imagined by artist Diana Groenert

Economic Development

Still going strong: Two niche shops have been thriving for decades in Fort Wayne

Lauren CaggianoWednesday, July 10, 2019

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