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Lutheran Health Trail Center is located at 7171 Engle Road.

#PlacesofNEi: Lutheran Health Trail Center, a popular spot to reconnect with nature

Stephen J. BaileyWednesday, April 20, 2022

Just in time for Earth Day, Cassandra Braman shares tips for your houseplants and how her business is evolving.

Growing a green business: Honey Plant Owner shares her story, plant parent tips, and what’s next

Kara HackettTuesday, April 19, 2022

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

High rent, few options: Addressing poverty, profit, and disconnection in Fort Wayne’s housing system

Kara HackettWednesday, April 13, 2022

Chickens on the Fox and Fodder Farm, located in New Haven, IN.

Reconnecting to rural roots: Uncertain times inspire more gardening and homesteading in Fort Wayne

Lauren CaggianoWednesday, April 13, 2022

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Parkview RN and artist Jason O’Connell, left, stands with one of his coworkers featured in his mural at Parkview Heart Institute.

Meet a Parkview RN who painted a mural, commemorating his coworkers’ experience during the pandemic

Kara HackettWednesday, April 13, 2022

Indiana Tech student Alexandra Forsythe, left, and Dr. Ying Shang, Dean of the College of Engineering and School of Computer Sciences work together on operational amplifier functions in the Zollner Engineering Center.

What’s it like to be a woman in STEM in Fort Wayne? Indiana Tech students weigh in

Dezaray ClawsonWednesday, April 13, 2022

Portrait of Sachiko Janek, the creator behind Sachi Sometimes.

What is Holiday Hootenanny? Meet a vendor behind pop-up shops growing Fort Wayne’s vintage scene

Kara HackettWednesday, April 13, 2022

From a restaurant Grease Cooperative to clean drain campaigns and cleanup days, here’s how Fort Wayne is becoming more eco-friendly—and how you can help.

Just in time for Earth Day, here are 8 ways Fort Wayne is becoming more sustainable

Jennie RennerWednesday, April 6, 2022

Sasha Chaney, Master Barber and Owner of Legendary Barber Lounge works on giving fellow barber Marcus Chezem a high ball fade with a beard edge up.

‘Vibes for sale’: Fort Wayne barber Sasha Chaney discusses opening her own barbershop

Brittany SmithWednesday, April 6, 2022

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Branch Manager Christopher R. Wiljer helps Librarian Kristina Lay with the computer at the Allen County Public Library's Monroeville branch.

Bridging the digital divide: Indiana’s rural communities seek solutions to improve internet access

Lauren CaggianoWednesday, April 6, 2022

Piano House Nutrition is located at 1202 West Main St.

#PlacesofNEI: Piano House Nutrition, home of healthy drinks, snacks, and music

Stephen J. BaileyWednesday, April 6, 2022

Remote work opportunities could increase the number of transplants moving to Fort Wayne. This program can help.

Why did you move to Wabash? Transplants from bigger cities fill us in

Kara HackettWednesday, March 30, 2022

“The Art of the Skateboard” exhibition is now open at the Fort Wayne Museum of Art, and will remain open to the public until June 12, 2022.

#PlacesofNEI: “The Art of the Skateboard” exhibit at the Fort Wayne Museum of Art

Stephen J. BaileyWednesday, March 30, 2022

Portrait of Michael Schram, owner of Michael Michael's Salon and Spa.

Beauty school dropout to entrepreneur: Michael Schram opens Fort Wayne's "most eco-friendly salon"

Brittany SmithWednesday, March 30, 2022

Clinton St. from the top of the Town Center parking garage at the corner of Clinton and E. Wayne St.

The urban expressway not taken: Exploring the history and future of Fort Wayne’s roadway system

Joshua SchipperWednesday, March 30, 2022

Rudy Mahara behind the counter at Rudy's Cigar Shop.

From struggling student to invested entrepreneur: Rudy of Rudy’s Cigar Shop shares his story

Brittany SmithWednesday, March 23, 2022

Skyline Park is a private green roof atop a fifth story parking garage connected to Skyline Tower at 855 Webster St.

Should green rooftops be a growing trend in Fort Wayne?

Kara HackettWednesday, March 23, 2022

Children climb up playground equipment at the PNC Playground Riverfront Fort Wayne’s Promenade Park.

#PlacesofNEI: PNC Playground, a popular place to play near the riverfront

Stephen J. BaileyWednesday, March 23, 2022

As 2021 Honeywell Arts Academy fellows in the Resonance program, Westbound Situation blends classical chamber music with the rhythmic drive of bluegrass and the colorful expression of jazz into a new style of chamber music—chambergrass.

How a music-based Arts Academy in Wabash is impacting the creative world

Jennie Renner and Kara HackettWednesday, March 16, 2022

Bangkok Bistro is a gem of Thai fusion food located in the 05 neighborhood. Pictured here is the tom yum soup.

Eating IN: Bangkok Bistro, a gem of Thai fusion food in the 05

Molly ConnerWednesday, March 16, 2022

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