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 Rachel Chin runs a food blog called the Nerdie Baker (@thenerdiebaker) on Instagram.

Meet ‘the Nerdie Baker’ on Instagram, a self-taught food photographer based in Fort Wayne

Kara HackettWednesday, March 3, 2021

Local Iger Rachel Chin shares her passion for baked goods and food photography—along with a delicious recipe you can try at home.

Feature Story The Debutants perform live at the Club Room recently. Community Development

On a high note: How Fort Wayne's live music scene is making a comeback

Lauren CaggianoWednesday, March 3, 2021
The pandemic has stifled live music globally, but local players say it's already making a comeback thanks to creative thinking.
Feature Story A rendering of the future ice rink at the Village at Winona. Community Development

Winona Lake is becoming a year-round destination with a new ice rink and pavilion in the works

Kyrsten NewlonWednesday, March 3, 2021

This community-centered ice rink should be at the top of next year’s winter bucket list.

Feature Story Lake City Gymnastics offers confidence-building classes for girls and boys alike. Kids and Education

How a Warsaw gymnastics business is helping students face challenges with fun

Leilani SquiresWednesday, March 3, 2021

“My involvement in gymnastics taught me to never quit when things get tough—to push beyond what I thought I was capable of, and how to listen to and take care of my body.”

Feature Story We sat down with five writers in Fort Wayne to get to know them and their take on the city's literary scene.

5 Fort Wayne writers share their work and perspective on the city's literary culture

Emma BachtelWednesday, March 3, 2021

"The arts community in Fort Wayne is an enthusiastic group that can really build off of your work as a writer."

Feature Story The site of Project Mastodon at the corner of U.S. 30 and Flaugh Road. Community Development

Have you heard about Project Mastodon? We're guessing what it is

Brett GaugerWednesday, March 3, 2021
The Input Street Team makes an educated guess about what the City's mysterious Project Mastodon might be.
Feature Story Nearly 7 miles of the Pufferbelly Trail have been constructed: 4.75 miles from Washington Center North to Life Bridge Church, and another 2.25 miles is from Lawton Park and Fourth Street to Lima Road and Ice Way. Arts and Culture

Warmer weather means it's time to hit the Fort Wayne Trails

Brett GaugerWednesday, March 3, 2021
The Fort Wayne Trails are seeing record usage during COVID-19.
Feature Story Jenny Lou’s Greenery is the latest shop to open in downtown Angola, Indiana, at 223 W. Maumee Street just west of the circle. Entrepreneurship

#PlacesofNEI: Jenny Lou’s Greenery, a new plant shop in downtown Angola

Stephen J. BaileyWednesday, March 3, 2021
"Check out this warm, adorable new spot in downtown Angola!"
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."
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