Economic Development

Co-owner of Papi's Pizza Johnny Perez during the Creator Space 1 Year Bash at Papi's Pizza on The Landing in Fort Wayne, IN.

How Fort Wayne food entrepreneur Johnny Perez built and scaled a restaurant empire

Lauren CaggianoWednesday, May 7, 2025

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Amy Trowbridge, who works for Ford Meter Box, helps cyclists at Dam to Dam registration.

Beyond the factory floor: Manufacturing companies making a difference in Wabash County

Dezaray ClawsonThursday, April 17, 2025

From left: Hilary Hontz, Sarah Thompson, and Mandy Hall cut the ribbon during the grand opening of Good Bread for All.

Good Bread for All creates a welcoming space on Broadway with gluten-free and vegan pastries

Rachel Von StroupWednesday, April 9, 2025

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With the help of Parkview Nurse and Indiana University Fort Wayne Instructor Roni Elliott, an IUFW student simulate taking vitals on an infant.

Parkview partners with local universities to address shortage of registered nurses

Jillian ChristensenMonday, March 24, 2025

A group of Art Crawl attendees walk to another location Downtown.

10 northeast Indiana counties saw population growth between 2023 and 2024

Brittany LantzTuesday, March 18, 2025

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The exterior of Charley Creek Inn

The Charley Creek Inn: Where timeless elegance meets state-of-the-art comfort

Lauren CaggianoTuesday, March 11, 2025

The Midway at the Three Rivers Festival in 2024.

Can crowdfunding save the Three Rivers Festival?

Brittany LantzMonday, February 3, 2025

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Students in grades 4-8 received recognition for the scholarships they earned a previous semester in school as part of their participation in the Early Award Scholarship Program.

The Community Foundation’s impact on the Wabash community

Sarah SpohnThursday, January 30, 2025

A news clipping from the opening of the Fort Wayne Art Institute's Fine Arts Center.

‘Enthusiastic energy’: How the Fort Wayne Art School underpinned Fort Wayne’s art and culture scene

Lauren CaggianoWednesday, January 22, 2025

Kanpai Sushi, 4710 Coldwater Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46825

Kanpai Sushi brings all-you-can-eat sushi to Fort Wayne

Brittany LantzWednesday, January 8, 2025

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The Wabash County Fellowship Program aims to showcase the best assets of the area.

‘A mindset shift’: How Wabash County prioritizes people in its plan for growth

Lauren CaggianoTuesday, December 17, 2024

Assistant Pro Wyatt Johnson tests out a golf simulation bay at Urban Golf on the second floor at The Fairfield.

125 Years Old, Brand New Fun: The Fairfield brings bowling, golf simulators and more to Fort Wayne

Rachel Von StroupWednesday, December 4, 2024

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David Jimenez, owner of Nordmann's Nook, pulls a baked good from the display case for a customer.

Nordmann’s Nook: The big legacy of a small-town destination bakery

Jessica MontalvoTuesday, November 26, 2024

NEIECC hosts meetings where attendees can learn about new initiatives and have discussions around early childhood challenges.

From crisis to collaboration: Tackling Northeast Indiana’s childcare shortage

Katy AndersonSaturday, November 16, 2024

Inside The Urban Hippie's new location at 111 W Columbia St Ste 101, Fort Wayne, IN 46802.

One-of-a-kind finds and community connections: Shopping locally provides perks not found online

Dezaray ClawsonWednesday, October 30, 2024

With the help of Universal Design Works, The Zoo explored ways to strategically integrate universal design principles into the guest experience.

Accessible by design: What it means to design inclusive attractions for all

Lauren CaggianoWednesday, October 23, 2024

The Elex, under construction, is scheduled to open in late 2025.

The Elex: Construction on phase two of Electric Works is underway

Brittany LantzWednesday, October 16, 2024

While walking through the Girl Scouts' STEM Expo, attendees see interactive demos and speak with women who work in STEM.

These initiatives are celebrating women in STEM– and aiming to inspire the next generation

Sarah SpohnWednesday, October 16, 2024

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Townhouses owned by Jen and Ben Bailey are under construction in Lagro.

Time, talent, money and love are transforming rural communities in Wabash County

AJ HughesTuesday, October 15, 2024

YLNI Board President Ian Broad-White

4 questions with YLNI Board President Ian Broad-White about the 200 Acts of Kindness Campaign

Brittany LantzWednesday, October 2, 2024

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