Fort Wayne Newspapers

01/08/2026

Great news! We’ve extended nominations for our 40 Under 40 Awards to January 19th, 2026. That means you have just over one week to recognize a young professional who is making a meaningful impact in our community and workplace.
Do you know an emerging leader, innovator, or difference-maker under 40? Now is the time to submit their nomination and help celebrate their achievements.
Submit nominations here: https://lnkd.in/gWcEcXuA
Join us as we honor this year’s class of 40 Under 40 on Thursday, April 9th at The Fairfield.
Don’t wait—make sure the leaders who inspire you get the recognition they deserve!

Another reminder for all our 40 Under 40 alumni. Please send your updated contact information to Emily Venderley at [email protected] to make sure you receive information to our first ever alumni reception.

01/05/2026

Just engaged over the holidays? Let the wedding planning begin!

If there was a “Yes!” under the tree, at midnight, or surrounded by family and friends, this one’s for you. Tickets for the Fort Wayne Newspapers' Bridal Extravaganza go on sale TODAY!

Join us on March 22nd for one unforgettable day filled with inspiration, top wedding vendors, trends, and everything you need to start planning your big day—all in one place.

Whether you’re newly engaged or officially in full planning mode, this is a can’t-miss event for couples tying the knot in 2026 and beyond.

🎟️ Grab your tickets and get all the details here:
👉 https://www.fortwayne.com/events/bridal-extravaganza-2025-263/

Tag your fiancé(e) and your wedding planning crew! 👰🤵

Find everything you need in one place to make your dream day perfect…

12/17/2025

Before you head home for the holidays and it's all charcuterie and Christmas cookies, make sure to take a moment to nominate someone amazing for the 2026 Greater Fort Wayne Business Weekly Forty Under 40 Awards!

Nominations close January 1st — just two weeks (and one day) away!
Know a friend, family member, or coworker who’s making a difference in our community? Don’t wait—help them start the new year with a well-deserved recognition.

To nominate someone, visit

Greater Fort Wayne Business Weekly Signature Events Homepage

12/15/2025

Click here to win Komets Flex vouchers!
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12/02/2025

Enter to win a car pass to Fantasy of Lights!
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12/02/2025

🚨40 Under 40 Nominations Close Soon!🚨
There’s less than ONE MONTH left to nominate an outstanding young leader for the 2026 Greater Fort Wayne Business Weekly 40 Under 40 class! Nominations close January 1st, so now is the perfect time to submit the friends, coworkers, and community champions who inspire you every day.
Nominate someone who deserves the spotlight at https://lnkd.in/gWcEcXuA
Help us recognize the next generation of leaders making a difference in Fort Wayne.
📣ALSO - Calling All 40 Under 40 Alumni!📣
We’re thrilled to introduce our first-ever Alumni Reception—happening right before the event on April 9th, 2026. To make sure you receive the official details and invitations, we need your updated contact information.
If you’re a past honoree, please email [email protected]
with your current email and preferred contact info.
Your continued connection is an important part of growing this community of leaders—thank you!

11/17/2025

Click below to enter to win tickets! to Festival of Trees!
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10/17/2025

🎉 What a night to remember! 🎉

Last Thursday, we hosted the first-ever Readers’ Choice Celebration, honoring the winners and finalists of this year’s awards with nearly 350 guests at LaVetta! Guests enjoyed incredible skyline views, delicious food, a champagne toast, and a night full of fun, celebration, and Fort Wayne pride.

A huge shoutout to Julie Larame Photo and Cinema for capturing the magic of the evening!

Check out this highlight video
📽️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vNh-nmsEYjo

You can also find all of the winner videos now live on the Fort Wayne Newspapers YouTube page ()!

AND we’re not slowing down — our next big event is coming up Tuesday, October 21:
✨ Influential Women of Northeast Indiana ✨
We can’t wait to celebrate some of our region’s most inspiring leaders.

Video produced by Julie Larame Photo + Cinema.

09/23/2025

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09/15/2025

Enter to win a pair of tickets for the Rome concert Clyde Theatre on 9/27!
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09/10/2025

Enter to win a pair of tickets for the Kaleo concert Clyde Theatre on 9/26!

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