Community Development

Coverage of community groups bringing about changes, innovations, and solutions in their community.

Women’s Fund screening of the documentary “I Am Evidence” at Cinema Center, followed by a panel discussion of the rape kit backlog. October 2024 at Cinema Center.

How grassroots activism and legislative efforts are taking aim at Indiana’s rape kit backlog

“The more we hear from the public, the clearer it becomes where the state’s priorities should be."

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MyTeam Triumph runners start in their own heat at Wabash Run the River.
Wabash Run the River leads with inclusivity

“It’s so cool the way that Wabash County really supports all the athletes that come from across the country. The community is eager to volunteer and even more excited to make it possible for everyone to get out and explore the world, one race at a time.”

Carla's home
Home Free: How the Forty Percent Live

“Our home now is worth more than twice what we paid for it. That could be seen as a reason to sell, but we do like living here. I tend to be a person who looks to make what I have work, rather than looking for something new, and so we’ve certainly saved money that way on fixing up what we have instead of upgrading to a new place.”

Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Departments shares programming and park updates

From educational programming to large construction projects, we explore what's happening this summer at Fort Wayne's parks.

Construction crews are currently working on the garage for The Lofts at Headwaters Park.
#PlacesofNEI: Construction for The Lofts at Headwaters Park is underway

The Lofts at Headwater's Park will have approximately 208 apartments, 15 for-rent townhomes, and 9,650 square feet of retail and office space, plus a 650-space parking garage.

Phase one of the Franke Park Renaissance Master Plan is coming to life.
#PlacesofNEI: The Franke Park renaissance is underway

Phase one will include a new winding, tree-lined entrance from Goshen Road, a new bridge over Spy Run Creek, a new state-of-the-art pavilion, and more!

When a utility company, such as NIPSCO or Indiana Michigan Power (I&M) wishes to raise or lower its prices, it must submit a case to the IURC, explaining why it sees a rise in prices as necessary.
What are ‘rate cases’ and how do they impact the cost of your utilities?

“Everybody wants that reliability in infrastructure where there’s electricity or gas and that does come at a cost, but it has to be reasonable. It has to have the consumer in mind, right? So it’s important that that consumer voice gets put out there."

Pasta di Guy in the East Hall of Union Street Market
Pasta di Guy joins the lineup at Union Street Market

“Alfredo– people go crazy for our Alfredo. Like, I sell more Alfredo than water. The Alfredo is definitely a winner.”

2024 is Allen County's Bicentennial
You could design Allen County’s first official flag– here’s how

As part of Allen County’s bicentennial year, the Bicentennial Executive Board is hosting a flag design competition to select Allen County’s first official flag.

Landlord Engagement Sessions, hosted by the Everyone Home Landlord Engagement Committee
How can building relationships with landlords assist local programs in addressing homelessness?

“We want to see ourselves as a resource and to be able to help both sides. We want to help support landlords and be open to those discussions and understand some of the struggles that they see and how we can potentially bridge that gap.”

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