Matilda Jane

April 16, 2012

Matilda Jane: A quiet Fort Wayne success story

Founder DeMarchis is thrilled that the clothing lines have taken off they way they have but cannot explain why; the economy was in decline and many companies were struggling while Matilda Jane flourished. The first year, 2006, their gross revenue was $300,000. In 2011, it was $18 million. -News Sentinel

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April 15, 2012

Conservatory expects butterflies to hatch soon

In just a few days, spectators at the Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory will be able to enjoy being surrounded by hundreds of varied and brightly-colored Asian butterflies at the Butterflies of Malaysia exhibit. -Journal Gazette

BW city

April 15, 2012

Urban zone expanding quickly

Since 1990, Allen County’s urban area – based largely on population density – has grown by 68 square miles. Last decade alone, Allen’s urban area grew by 36 square miles, according to census figures. -Journal Gazette

taxi

April 14, 2012

A unique taxi service gets people, cars home

Fort Wayne taxi service Buzzed is designed to stop people from drinking and driving. When a customer calls, two people from Buzzed come in one car; one person drives the customer’s car home, with the customer in the passenger seat. -WANE

BW city

April 12, 2012

Church expands congregation, space downtown

Emmanuel Lutheran Church in downtown Fort Wayne never considered building elsewhere when the congregation needed more space. That’s because the church at 917 W. Jefferson Blvd. not only has deep roots in its historic West Central neighborhood but a deep commitment to it as well. -Journal Gazette

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April 9, 2012

Several Ft. Wayne streets closed Wednesday

From 9 am to noon, Calhoun Street will be closed to all traffic between Washington Boulevard and Wayne Street. The intersection of Baker and Harrison Streets will become a 4-way stop from 8 am to 5 pm. -WANE