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Just Neighbors purchased the former Bird + Cleaver food truck for use by street teams fostering connections with homeless residents, like Common Ground Outreach.

How are homelessness and small business support connected? Ask this hyper-local organization

“Poverty is not a financial issue; it’s measured in a lack of overall justice and a lack of connection to the world around us.”

#PlacesofNEI: Junk Ditch Brewing Co., making everything from scratch

"With a large brunch menu, they have everything from avocado toast to eggs benedict to their famous brunch burger."

Ledford
A look back at 2020 in Northeast Indiana in words and images

Quotes from our top 10 stories of this historic year.

Julie Wall, Owner of The Hedge, is crafting fun ways to help Fort Wayne beat the boredom this winter.
Seeking fun in Fort Wayne this winter? A local shop is offering craft kits for adults and kids

If you're getting cabin fever, Fort Wayne’s creative community is developing solutions.

Calyan Wax Co. candles available at House to Home.
Lo and behold, the College Input Holiday Gift Guide!

Here are 12 local shops to support (and gift ideas to inspire you) in the downtown Fort Wayne area.

Drew Shipley, center, surrounded by his family and friends who created the Andrew Shipley Memorial Ride.
How a 1,300-mile bike ride for a mission led to the creation of a nonprofit to support widows

Grace College alumni and friends share the story of how a family tragedy turned into an opportunity to serve others.

Justin Miller and Dustin Flaugher are the founders of TriCore Logic.
#PlacesofNEI: TriCore Logic, getting creative to support small businesses in 2020

"We hope that this will inspire others to give and support local during this difficult time."

Doulas with Journey Birth and Wellness, serving immigrant and refugee populations in Fort Wayne. From left, row 2, are Lahmay Moo, Sue Heckley, Jaquanda Capers, Lucy Ortiz, Nina Bogle, Ja'Nisha Beal, and Shanna Bradley.
What are doulas, and how are they making a difference in Fort Wayne?

Doulas in Fort Wayne share how they are empowering mothers in their birthing experiences and working to lower the city's infant mortality rates.

Headwaters Park Ice Rink is located at 333 South Clinton Street.
#PlacesofNEI: Headwaters Park Ice Rink, offering socially distant exercise and fun

"The ice rink is a great place to mask up and be outside with friends."

A Drink Your Veggies smoothie at Kanela, featuring pineapple, mango, spinach, parsley, and celery.
Q&A with Kanela: Downtown Fort Wayne’s new spot for healthy smoothies, juices, and more

Meet the entrepreneur behind Kanela blended drinks, coffee, and bites in downtown Fort Wayne.

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