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Lauren Caggiano

Lauren Caggiano
Lauren Caggiano is a journalist, copywriter, and editor based in Fort Wayne.  A longtime contributor, she joined input Fort Wayne in 2018 and previously served as News Editor.  She holds a bachelor's degree in journalism and French from the University of Dayton.

Lauren Caggiano's Latest Articles

The sacred and the creative: How Fort Wayne churches champion the arts

Three local church leaders share how their congregations are showing up to advance the arts and cultural scene.

What will a low-barrier shelter mean to Fort Wayne’s unhoused population?

City officials say a 24/7 shelter will offer programming, safe parking, and other amenities that will help people in need.

Meet the Fort Wayne native channeling Harriet Tubman through storytelling and connection

Children’s author Caroline Brewer uses the power of literacy to introduce young readers to important themes.

Missing the basic elements: Bunche Montessori’s push for an inclusive, age-appropriate playground

The early childhood center will break ground on a new playground that reflects the needs of students this spring.

Creativity and collaboration are making climate education more accessible

Climate-change themed board games developed by a Fort Wayne resident and a global team invite people to take the first step toward sustainable living.

The Roller Dome: A family tradition across four generations

For more than 75 years, The Roller Dome has provided a family-friendly space for entertainment and fun.

Bridging the Hunger Gap in Rural Northeast Indiana 

Programs like Community Harvest Food Bank’s Farm Wagon provide a lifeline to hundreds of rural families each year.

‘Out of reach’: Inside Indiana’s Affordability Crisis 

Strategic advocacy and targeted action are creating tangible solutions to help working families.

Meet the organizations shaping civic engagement and action in northeast Indiana

Volunteers dedicate time and effort to advocacy, education, and community building in hopes of uniting people around real-world issues.

Food aid in Allen County

Find resources or learn how to support these 11 organizations working to provide hunger relief in Allen County and beyond.

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