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Some developers, planners, and neighborhood advocates believe bringing destinations closer together could expand transportation choices.
Neighborhoods
Input Fort Wayne has declared 2026 the Year of the Neighborhood!
Throughout 2026, we are focusing on the stories unfolding across neighborhoods throughout the city.
All of our neighborhood coverage – past, present, and future – highlights how residents experience change where they live, from housing and development to transportation and community life. Through local voices and on-the-ground reporting, this series explores what’s happening now and what it means for the future of Fort Wayne.
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Latest in Neighborhoods
Slow down and savor: Snail Café opens in West Central
Snail Café offers a variety of drinks and freshly-baked pastries in its West Central location.
How creating space for connections can drive neighborhood development
Fort Wayne's neighborhood leaders use a shared space to crowdsource solutions and share ideas. These connections lighten the workload and stretch resources.
A community-wide initiative is underway to restore Fort Wayne’s Little Free Libraries
It’s been ten years since Little Free Libraries were built in Fort Wayne. Now one local club is reassessing their conditions and is asking for your help.
#PlacesofNEI: Spend the day browsing the shelves at Sunbound Books
Sunbound Books is focused on highlighting female authors, stories about women, and children’s books.
Summit City Climbing Company is reaching new heights through the power of community
Despite initial setbacks, Co-Founder Edwin Chow says Summit City Climbing is a testament to the spirit of collaboration.
Community and tradition come alive at a neighborhood center
The Rich Sarrazin Bowling Center (RSBC), inside Most Precious Blood School, invites bowlers of all generations to gather in a retro atmosphere.
Where neighbors meet: Q&A with The Packard Taphouse Owner Melissa Kurten
The Packard Taphouse, a community-driven gathering spot in the 07, doesn’t take itself too seriously — and that’s part of the fun.
Our love letter to Fort Wayne’s neighborhoods
Input Fort Wayne is declaring 2026 to be "The Year of the Neighborhood." Here's why.
What’s it really like to live in downtown Fort Wayne?
Three residents share perspectives on the good and bad of downtown living.
Slow down and savor: Snail Café opens in West Central
Snail Café offers a variety of drinks and freshly-baked pastries in its West Central location.
How creating space for connections can drive neighborhood development
Fort Wayne's neighborhood leaders use a shared space to crowdsource solutions and share ideas. These connections lighten the workload and stretch resources.
A community-wide initiative is underway to restore Fort Wayne’s Little Free Libraries
It’s been ten years since Little Free Libraries were built in Fort Wayne. Now one local club is reassessing their conditions and is asking for your help.
#PlacesofNEI: Spend the day browsing the shelves at Sunbound Books
Sunbound Books is focused on highlighting female authors, stories about women, and children’s books.
Summit City Climbing Company is reaching new heights through the power of community
Despite initial setbacks, Co-Founder Edwin Chow says Summit City Climbing is a testament to the spirit of collaboration.
Community and tradition come alive at a neighborhood center
The Rich Sarrazin Bowling Center (RSBC), inside Most Precious Blood School, invites bowlers of all generations to gather in a retro atmosphere.
Where neighbors meet: Q&A with The Packard Taphouse Owner Melissa Kurten
The Packard Taphouse, a community-driven gathering spot in the 07, doesn’t take itself too seriously — and that’s part of the fun.
Our love letter to Fort Wayne’s neighborhoods
Input Fort Wayne is declaring 2026 to be "The Year of the Neighborhood." Here's why.
What’s it really like to live in downtown Fort Wayne?
Three residents share perspectives on the good and bad of downtown living.
