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Kara Hackett

Kara Hackett is a Fort Wayne native fascinated by what's next for northeast Indiana how it relates to other up-and-coming places around the world.

After working briefly in New York City and Indianapolis, she moved back to her hometown where she has discovered interesting people, projects, and innovations shaping the future of this place—and has been writing about them ever since. Her work has appeared in The Journal Gazette, Living Fort Wayne, Glo Magazine, FoxNews.com, and The Huffington Post.

In January 2018, Kara helped launch Input Fort Wayne, in partnership with its parent company, Issue Media Group, based in Detroit, Mich., and a coalition of regional sponsors.

Follow her on Twitter and Instagram @karahackett.

Kara Hackett's Latest Articles

The "Mise & Place" crew behind the scenes, filming Season One in Downtown Fort Wayne at Copper Spoon.
Talent is moving back: Mise + Place visits Copper Spoon to talk fine dining and state of the city

“Mise & Place” is a short film series in Fort Wayne that follows local restauranteurs around for a night on the town. In Episode 3, The Mercado team makes their last stop at Copper Spoon and discusses the state of the city.

Tony Borton
#PeopleofNEI: Tony Borton, a volunteer helping Fort Wayne create accessible community conversation

"We want to have more accessible community conversations about projects like this before decisions are made.”

Trolley No. 85 offers a robust lineup of programming through monthly experiences, tours, and events in Wabash County.
#PlacesofNEI: Experience Wabash County on the festive Trolley No. 85

If you're looking for a fun way to explore Northeast Indiana, try Trolley No. 85 in Wabash for private and public tours, special event shuttle services, and more.

The "Mise & Place" crew behind the scenes, filming Season One in Downtown Fort Wayne at The Landing Beer Co.
What do service & hospitality mean in Fort Wayne’s food scene? Mise + Place visits Landing Beer Co.

“Mise & Place” is a short film series in Fort Wayne that follows local restauranteurs around for a night on the town. In Episode 2, The Mercado team visits Landing Beer Co. where service and hospitality is the hot topic.

Newly renovated to include a basketball court, an outdoor chess park, a gathering space for families, and areas to rest, Powell Park was named to honor Hester and Lester Powell, who have helped maintain the park for years.
#PlacesofNEI: The newly renovated Powell Park in the ’03

Longtime Renaissance Pointe residents receive recognition for maintaining a community park for years.

The Atlantic reports that because curb parking is perceived as "convenient" drivers typically "fill up the curb first, no matter how much off-street space exists nearby.ā€
Think Downtown Fort Wayne needs better parking? The solution might be public transit

It’s time to change the conversation from “more convenient parking" Downtown to “more accessible public transit.”  

There's parking under the railroad overpass only steps away from The Landing near Harrison and Dock streets.
Blog: 5 tips to park like a pro in Downtown Fort Wayne

We share an insider’s guide to help you answer that ever-daunting question: But where am I going to park?

Caitlin Dostal, 19, runs Deadstock Vintage with her partner Isaac Sparks, 20.
Meet Deadstock Vintage: A Gen Z-run shop where you can buy or sell vintage streetwear in Fort Wayne

This 07 shop wants you to snag a deal on secondhand sneakers, like Jordans, Dunks, Blazers, and Yeezys, along with a colorful assortment of tees, jeans, jackets, and knits.

Olivia Nelson in the kitchen of her Airbnb, JetsetterBnb, in Fort Wayne.
Airbnb Tours: This two-bedroom apartment on Lake Ave. offers extended stays and a pool near Downtown

“We love to fish in the creek that connects to the backyard and pick pears from the pear tree in the front yard. We are also not side-by-side to any neighbors, so the entire experience will feel safe and private.”  

General Manager Dani Reuille, delivers a purple haze drink at The Deck, 305 E. Superior St.
Drinks + Food + Riverfront views: The Deck’s simple recipe wins every summer in Fort Wayne

“I’m not sure the psychology behind it, but people are drawn to water."

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