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 To honor Black History Month, we asked a handful of Fort Wayne leaders what this month means to them. Arts and Culture

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

Kara HackettWednesday, February 24, 2021

Local leaders fill us in.

Feature Story 24 hours in Fort Wayne Andrea Dortch Neighborhoods

24 hours in Fort Wayne with Andrea Dortch

Andrea DortchWednesday, February 24, 2021
What would you do with 24 hours in Fort Wayne? We're asking locals to be your guide for a day.
Feature Story Daylana Saunders and Alisha Rauch are Co-Founders of the ChangeMakers Fort Wayne. Volunteerism

Meet ChangeMakers, a group working to disrupt and dismantle systemic racism in Fort Wayne

Kara HackettWednesday, February 24, 2021

Co-Founders of the local activist group share their mission to be advocates of equity and justice for the Black community—and to support Black entrepreneurship.

Feature Story Photo courtesy of DJ E-Clyps/Blacklight Media. Arts and Culture

Elevating voices of change: DJ E-Clyps shares the story behind his new Artlink exhibit downtown

Adèle PoudrierWednesday, February 24, 2021
“In a lot of the photos in the exhibit, you see determination, emotion, resilience, and persistence, because you have to think that these people protested for weeks and that would probably be the only time that their voices would be heard."
Feature Story Barista Caleb North serves a hot pumpkin spice chai with almond milk at Firefly Coffee House. Neighborhoods

Input Street Team: Warm up with a visit to Firefly Coffee House in The 05

Rachel Von StoupWednesday, February 24, 2021
Fort Wayne’s local coffee shops still need your support!
Feature Story From left, are Tin Cho, Khin Lwin, and Khin Cho. Arts and Culture

#PeopleofNEI: Tin Cho, Khin Lwin, and Khin Cho, protesting for a better Burma

Stephen J. BaileyWednesday, February 24, 2021
"We hope that by voicing our concerns together here in Indiana that it will help bring the proper attention to Burma whether it is through donations or making necessary changes."
News The Jackson family did a fun 70s-themed photoshoot with Fort Wayne photographer Dustin McKibben as a tribute to the home's retro design. Arts and Culture

From shag to chic: Meet the family renovating Fort Wayne's viral 1970s time capsule home

Lauren CaggianoMonday, February 15, 2021
Former school teachers and Florida residents, Alysha and Nate Jackson, share their plans for the iconic Fort Wayne home that took the internet by storm last year.
Feature Story Do it Best is the largest privately held company in Indiana and the future anchor tenant of the Electric Works campus. Economic Development

Electric Works anchor tenant Do it Best says the project is already boosting talent attraction

Kara HackettWednesday, February 17, 2021

“Candidates started referencing the Electric Works project as soon as we announced our tenancy there.”

Feature Story A photo from Fort Wayne's Black Lives Matter protests in 2020. Arts and Culture

In historic times, Fort Wayne’s History Center is evolving to preserve cultural memory

Kara Hackett with reporting by Joshua SchipperFriday, February 12, 2021

Todd Maxwell Pelfrey, Executive Director of the History Center, shares how public historians like himself are taking boots-on-the-ground approach to collecting history in real-time for future generations.

Feature Story Colleagues at Rural Sourcing Inc.'s Fort Wayne Development Center support local tech talent initiatives like the Girl Scouts STEM Conference. Technology and Innovation

Rural Sourcing Inc. more than doubles its tech jobs in Fort Wayne—and hopes to create a tech hub

Kara HackettWednesday, February 17, 2021

"Our message is simple: Come join the party!"

Feature Story Sara Fiedelholtz is the journalist and conversationalist behind a new Fort Wayne TV show called & GOOD COMPANY. Arts and Culture

Check out & Good Company: A new local TV show starting conversations in Fort Wayne

Sara FiedelholtzWednesday, February 17, 2021
& GOOD COMPANY is based on something we all know to be true: The best dinner parties aren’t really about the food, but rather the diverse group of people seated around the table, engaging in lively discussions.
Feature Story Lonnie and Niki Whitlock are the Owners of Iron Society Strength & Fitness with two locations in Fort Wayne. Arts and Culture

Input Street Team: Exercise locally at Iron Society Strength & Fitness

Brett GaugerWednesday, February 17, 2021
We often talk about the importance of shopping local or dining local, but what about exercising locally?
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