Details on a community-wide initiative underway to address racism in Fort Wayne
“What other city has a year-long initiative that brings the conversation of race, diversity, bias, and inclusion to various leaders of influence in the community?”
On The Ground
The justice of beauty: A look at infrastructure disparities in Fort Wayne and why they exist
When street improvements were made to North and South Anthony Boulevard in 2018, residents noticed a disparity in infrastructure upgrades. We explore why.
Being the change: Grassroots leaders in Southeast say 2020 has inspired collaboration and action
“Everybody thinks 2020 is bad, but some people have nothing.”
These Fort Wayne residents demonstrate the power of goodwill and community support
“In the course of everyday life, you affect change in people’s lives—whether you realize it or not."
Housing & COVID-19: Are big city residents relocating to Fort Wayne during the pandemic?
We ask real estate agents and young professionals in the Midwest about trends they're seeing.
Bridging the news gap in Fort Wayne: COVID-19 reveals the importance of cross-cultural communication
Getting timely, accurate information to non-English speaking residents in Fort Wayne is a critical need, complicated by a shape-shifting pandemic.
This program for girls and moms in Fort Wayne is creating a powerful legacy of female leadership
Denita Washington, the powerhouse behind Girlz Rock, shares how her program is helping local women get in touch with their identities and lead others.
Courageous Healing is opening a new, unconventional mental health center in Southeast Fort Wayne
As the COVID-19 pandemic and civil unrest raise awareness about mental health, racial injustice, and inequities, Fort Wayne is following national trends in the demand for more counseling and support services designed by and for People of Color.
Basketball courts in Southeast Fort Wayne are turning into murals with a mission
Social justice. Inclusivity. Placemaking. It's all part of a new collaborative mural project at McMillen Park.
Reflections on our second On the Ground Southeast event
Photos from an evening of dancing, drums, portraits, and community pride.
