Waynedale

On the South Side of Fort Wayne, Waynedale is its own seemingly independent small town. Driven by positive momentum and local pride, it's a thriving rural community, complete with a grocery store, gas stations, banks, a pharmacy, restaurants, and of course, familiar faces.

The GFW Fellows program attracts college students from across the country to intern in Fort Wayne.

Reversing brain drain: How fellowships are changing talent trends in Allen County

Last year, more people moved into Allen County than moved out. Here's one reason why.

#PeopleofNEI: Son Huynh, giving back to the community

"We have a voice and can make progress that helps to inspire others."

“Farmer Dan” Flotow and his wife, Wendy, have a booth at the YLNI Farmers Market in Fort Wayne.
A farmer’s experience of the farm-to-fork movement

The benefits and challenges of providing fresh, organic food to northeast Indiana.

Residents of northeast Indiana gather in downtown Fort Wayne.
What is northeast Indiana’s brand? Share your thoughts in a 10-minute survey

The Northeast Indiana Regional Partnership is seeking residents' ideas for a brand strategy.

Travis Sheridan
How can Fort Wayne compete in the global economy? Electric Works could be key

As President of Venture Cafe Global Institute, Travis Sheridan offers advice to local leaders.

Aubrie Tinsley (left), Sara Gensic (center), and Suzy Ulmer (right) in downtown Fort Wayne with the Alyssum Montessori School behind them on the left.
Send your kids to school in downtown Fort Wayne

Alyssum Montessori School is making the city center its home and a key part of its education.

Brett Gauger shares posts about life in downtown Fort Wayne.
7 inspiring Fort Wayne Instagram accounts to follow

Want to see what local culture is like? Check Instagram.

Tommy Cutter and Shruti Sharma are launching a company called Sustainable Thinkers.
Fort Wayne startup seeks to simplify sustainable shopping

A new company called Sustainable Thinkers is revolutionizing the way you find eco-friendly products and ideas.

A program focused on drone repair will launch in the next year.
Could northeast Indiana be the next global hub for drone repair?

A new regional industry is taking flight with a socially responsible approach. 

Irene
#PeopleofNEI: Irene, Executive Director of Amani Family Services

"When you come from overseas and don’t have family nearby, you have to lean on each other."

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