Southwest

Zip Codes: 46804, 46814 The Southwest side of Fort Wayne is a suburban community that enjoys equal access to forest and countryside views with the conveniences of shopping and city life nearby. Savor the upscale eateries, and stroll the shops. You’re sure to find something you like.

Nawa Bison Deck

Your guide to outdoor dining in Fort Wayne

As warmer temperatures return, so does outdoor dining. In this Fort Wayne Foodslut Guide, the anonymous foodie scopes out over 60 Fort Wayne restaurants with outdoor dining options, including dog and kid-friendly patios.

Summit Comics & Games, 4240 W Jefferson Blvd Suite M-8, Fort Wayne, IN 46804
#PlacesofNEI: Summit Comics & Games, a one-stop-shop for all things pop culture

With aisles full of comic books, board games, action figures, books, Funko pops, puzzles, and more, there's so much to see at Summit Comics & Games.

Luz Ostrognai with Catholic Charities demonstrates what a meeting with immigration clients would look like at the Archbishop Noll Catholic Center.
The key to physical and mental health well-being among Latino immigrants in Fort Wayne

“In populations facing severe threats to their basic survival, mental health issues are often buried under the struggle to have the basic needs of their families met."

The Community Loan Center (CLC) of Northeast Indiana, operated by the Brightpoint Development Fund, aims to help borrowers meet current and ongoing financial obligations safely and securely.
Breaking the cycle of debt: Community Loan Center offers lower interest, manageable payday loans

“Look and see what resources the community has to offer. It might be a situation like this, and you might need a loan – that might be the only option. There’s nothing wrong with having to use a loan, but if you do, just make sure that it’s right for you and manageable.”

Sign painter Justin Lim, owner of Old 5 and Dime Sign Co., works on a vintage trout taxidermy at his shop in downtown Fort Wayne.
Keeping the art of traditional sign painting alive

“It's very traditional because I'm a computerless sign shop. Everything is hand drawn, hand painted, and spaced out with rulers.”

The cream cheese and garlic grilled artichoke pizza at ACME by Full Circle.
Savor Fort Wayne returns for seventh year

Savor Fort Wayne, in collaboration with the Fort Wayne restaurant community, is offering special menus and dining deals from January 17-28.

The Illinois Road Trail will be a 1.97-mile long, 10-foot wide, asphalt trail and it will connect to 107 miles of interconnected trails within the Fort Wayne Area Trails network.
Trails projects in Fort Wayne, Angola and Steuben County awarded grants

Fort Wayne, Angola and Steuben County were all awarded grants to build or expand trails that help connect communities.

With shops lit up throughout the establishment, it is centered around a large Christmas tree that peeks above all of Jefferson Pointe with large lights and bulbs.
#PlacesofNEI: Shop and enjoy festive scenery at Jefferson Pointe

The holiday lights at Jefferson Pointe have become part of the iconic lights found around the Fort Wayne area during the season. 

Ashley Craig, owner of Make Mi Gorgeous
Q&A with with Ashley Craig: Nurse, cosmetologist, and owner of Make Mi Gorgeous

This Fort Wayne resident dons the cap of a full-time nurse by day, transitioning into the role of a creative entrepreneur after hours. Juggling the artistry of crafting wigs and extensions for her business, she also leads a nonprofit dedicated to creating custom wigs for cancer patients.

The Rink Vintage Goods and More
Former Roller Dome South finds new life as The Rink Vintage Goods and More

"It was important to us to keep the integrity of the history of it. That’s what people want to see. If I tore everything out, it would just be another building. I like that Fort Wayne is resuing their buildings and changing up things."

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