South East (46803, 46806)

Zip Codes: 46803, 46806, 46816 South East Fort Wayne is the most diverse quadrant of the city. Home to a wide variety of cultures, languages, cuisines, and churches, its family-run restaurants and grocery stores will take you on a journey around the world. From August-September 2021, this quadrant is the focus of Input's community journalism program called Voices of South East, made possible by support from the Foellinger Foundation. For two months, Input will be producing weekly stories that generate conversations around assets, challenges, and opportunities in South East—as determined by residents themselves. Voices of South East is part of Issue Media Group's national On the Ground series. Previous On the Ground programs have taken place in Fort Wayne, Memphis, Tampa, Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Cincinnati, Flint, and Detroit. 

I order three of some of their most popular rolls, from left to right, the samurai, the scallop lover, and the playboy.

Eating IN: Haru Sushi & Izakaya offers an impressive mix of Japanese staples and surprises

"Each roll is perfectly balanced, with sauces paired to bring out the nuances of the seafood and flavors inside."

Ephraim Smiley of Smiley’s Garden Angels has been farming for more than 25 years.
Indiana farming is changing, just ask growers and youth at this South East Fort Wayne community farm

“There’s a wind of change blowing across the country, and we represent that. We’re changing things—one plant at a time.”

The observation deck is located at 4529 Sand Point Rd.
#PlacesofNEI: ‘Indiana’s Grand Canyon,’ the Hanson Ardmore Quarry in Fort Wayne

"The views are even more incredible at sunrise and sunset."

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.

The Arts United Center is located in the heart of Fort Wayne's Downtown Arts Campus at 303 E. Main St.
Arts United Center, a Fort Wayne architectural masterpiece, is set to undergo major modernization

Updated theatre technology, greater accessibility, and more bathrooms are just a few of the proposed changes.

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.”

Immigration lawyer Brian A. Seyfried demonstrates what the initial meeting looks like with a new client using staff members at his office the Law Office of Brian A. Seyfried.
Resettling refugees in Fort Wayne: How does the process work, and what is needed?

“We have learned we cannot just work with immigrants and refugees for them to be successful; we need to work with the whole community.”

Frances Grant has a burgeoning soul food business, thanks in part to Brightpoint’s investment in her enterprise.
Need a business loan? CDFIs bring safe, inclusive financing alternatives to Fort Wayne

CFDIs generate economic growth and opportunity in some of the nation's most underserved communities. Now, there's a push to increase them locally.  

Katz, Sapper & Miller, a CPA firm with an office in Fort Wayne, added a height adjustable desk to their reception area.
Small ways to transition your office into a more inclusive, ‘Universal Design’ space

As more people experience spaces created using Universal Design Principles, the more the market is demanding them.

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.

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