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Photo courtesy of DJ E-Clyps/Blacklight Media.
Elevating voices of change: DJ E-Clyps shares the story behind his new Artlink exhibit downtown

“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."

Sara Fiedelholtz is the journalist and conversationalist behind a new Fort Wayne TV show called & GOOD COMPANY.
Check out & Good Company: A new local TV show starting conversations in Fort Wayne

& 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.

Lonnie and Niki Whitlock are the Owners of Iron Society Strength & Fitness with two locations in Fort Wayne.
Input Street Team: Exercise locally at Iron Society Strength & Fitness

We often talk about the importance of shopping local or dining local, but what about exercising locally?

A photo from Fort Wayne's Black Lives Matter protests in 2020.
In historic times, Fort Wayne’s History Center is evolving to preserve cultural memory

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.

“Through pain, grief, joy, and death, love has given us this opportunity to redefine our own definition of it."
Blog: Rethinking the power of love and emotional survival in unpredictable times

“Through pain, grief, joy, and death, love has given us this opportunity to redefine our own definition of it."

"If you need some extra love as we approach Valentine's Day, treat yourself to something sweet from the Sharing Peace Cafe."
Input Street Team: Drink in the love at The 07’s Sharing Peace Cafe

"If you need some extra love as we approach Valentine's Day, treat yourself to something sweet from the Sharing Peace Cafe."

Olivia Lehman is a dating blogger for Input Fort Wayne.
Blog: Are we still single and sexy during a pandemic?

"Or is the 'sexy-ness' going to have to wait?"  

Tobi Newson and Katie Jo are roommates and best friends.
Input Home Tours: Plants and made-in-Fort Wayne spirit create a cozy ‘nest’ on Rudisill Blvd.

Roommates and best friends, Tobi Newson and Katie Jo, share their artsy, eclectic Fort Wayne home.

Salomon Farm Park is open for winter hikes.
Input Street Team: Two snowy hikes to explore in Fort Wayne

Enjoy the snow while it lasts at these must-visit local destinations.

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