Community Development

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#PeopleofNEI: Eden, a river advocate

"When I lead groups of paddlers on our rivers, they become friends, and it is all because we went on the rivers together."

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There are seven communities in the NewAllen Alliance of East Allen County.
East Allen County sets the standard for strategic planning

Grassroots volunteers have big plans for the cities and towns beyond Fort Wayne, and their work is earning national attention.

Historic City Square in Van Wert, Ohio.
A look at New Urbanism in the Midwest

How regional planners are using the movement to create communal spaces. 

The 765 pulls into the LaSalle Street station in Chicago on one of its excursions.
What’s happening with Headwaters Junction?

Plans for a multi-purpose railyard park (with light-rail service) move full steam ahead. 

The Hotel LaFontaine was a popular stay for the rich and famous when it opened in 1926.
Saving the story of a Huntington landmark

An Auburn-based filmmaker is drawing new attention to a hotel once frequented by Hollywood's finest.

Columbia Street, also known as The Landing, is currently under construction.
Landing a destination for local business

The Landing is creating a space to attract homegrown companies and inspire new ones.

Fort Wayne's trails see more than 60,000 visitors a month during the summer.
How trails are connecting communities

Allen County has a vibrant trail system. Now, it’s getting even better.

A sunset on the Fort Wayne riverfront.
What does eco-friendly riverfront development look like?

A Chicago architect with Fort Wayne roots shares the benefits of communal, sustainable spaces.

In one project funded by Indiana AARP, the ATC worked with local business owners to bring community activities to the corner of Columbia Avenue and St. Joseph Boulevard.
What does ‘placemaking’ look like?

A group called Team Better Block demonstrated by redesigning part of Fort Wayne.

Residents can renovate existing tiny houses like this one at 1126 Lexington Ave.
The big reason for tiny houses

How a trendy lifestyle choice is drawing attention to the housing market's "missing middle."

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