Partner Partner Content How Visit Wabash County Strengthens Community, Economy, and Quality of Life
Visit Wabash County drives community pride, economic vitality, and storytelling across the county.
Wabash
About an hour southwest of Fort Wayne, Wabash is a high-achieving arts community with strong local spirit and Wabash will. Known for being the first electrically lighted city in the world, this innovative, close knit community packs small town charm where residents actively invest and shape their city's future.
Partner Partner Content Where every cup counts: The Arc of Wabash County’s inclusive coffeehouse
Travel Bee Coffee House is creating employment opportunities and a sense of community through its connection with The Arc of Wabash County.
Partner Partner Content More than a network: Young Professionals of Wabash County
“I think this young professionals group is good because it shows you many different ways to be involved, so you can find your niche or what you’re most passionate about.”
Partner Partner Content Shifting gears for good: Dave Kunkel Cruise-In fuels ALS research
“My favorite part about it is seeing so many people from the community, so many of my coworkers and young people getting involved with a charity event like this – to come together for one common goal. I like seeing everyone come together to give back to a good cause.”
Partner Partner Content ThriveIN Podcast: Turning Up the Volume on Wabash County’s Story
“We thought about what it would look like if we created this podcast series to highlight those people and stories. It would be used as an internal and external communication tool to create more champions and awareness in Wabash County.”
Partner Partner Content Beyond the factory floor: Manufacturing companies making a difference in Wabash County
“You always hear about Paperworks and Ford Meter Box always stepping up and filling in the need. It goes back to the size of the community, where employers realize that they have a huge impact on the livelihood of our individual citizens and as a community as a whole.”
10 northeast Indiana counties saw population growth between 2023 and 2024
“In a time where population growth is no longer a given, northeast Indiana’s population growth is a bright spot."
Partner Partner Content The Charley Creek Inn: Where timeless elegance meets state-of-the-art comfort
“This isn’t just about preserving the past; it’s about giving people a reason to experience Wabash in new ways.”
Partner Partner Content Planting seeds of success: How students are helping transform downtown Wabash
“The opportunity is so endless with our collaboration with the community. They continue to amaze me every day with the opportunities they bring for our students."
Partner Partner Content The Community Foundation’s impact on the Wabash community
“Whether it be those companies employing our people, or programs the Community Foundation offers, we’re showing we’ve created this, we want you, and we want to invest in you. We want to be known and are going to be known as the place that wants you here.”
