Building Connections, Creating Opportunity: Dan Bish on Economic Development in Northeast Indiana
When Dan Bish was looking for a new location to build some roots, Northeast Indiana stood out for a multitude of reasons. More than anything, the way everyone worked together stood out to him and made him want to be part of it. Bish came with over a decade of experience in economic development. Previously, […]
Bri Andrews is Someone Everyone Should Know
Sit with Bri Andrews for an hour, and you’ll be taken on a full ride of emotions. You’ll hear the frustration, the sadness, and the pain pour out of her, and you’ll be mystified, upset, and heartbroken because of what she has gone through. However, by the end of the hour, you’ll also be inspired […]
Feel Like Family at Sara’s
The Pioneer Eats Here series came back to my neck of the woods in Southwest Allen County. There are many, many great restaurants that were in the running for this part of the series. One that I didn’t expect to win, but did, was Sara’s Family Restaurant. Sara’s Family Restaurant was established in May 2003 […]
Celebrate National Pickle Day with Sechler’s
Walk into the showroom at Sechler’s Pickle factory in St. Joe, and you’re hit with wave after wave of different aromas. Of course, you smell vinegar, but then, you catch a hint of sugar. Is that orange I smell? All of those combine to create a unique scent that can either turn you away or […]
Take a Seat at The Patio in Roanoke
The Pioneer Eats Here series went back outside Allen County with a quick drive to Huntington County. The restaurant scene in Huntington County is more diverse than you think. There are plenty of diners, sandwich spots, Mexican restaurants, and high-class places like Joseph Decuis. However, the winner for the best restaurant is The Patio Pizza […]
Turnstone Shines on the World Stage
The 2025 World ParaVolley Sitting Volleyball World Cup has come and gone. The staff at Turnstone is getting caught up on some sleep after hosting a week straight of sitting volleyball matches from morning until late into the night. NEI was thankful to be a small part of the World Cup, including promoting the event […]
Salomon Farm Park Has Your Next Fall Festival Spot
The weather looks like it’s finally turned to cooler temperatures, which means it’s time to find your favorite sweater, grab some hot apple cider, and head out to the Harvest Festival this weekend at Salomon Farm Park. As one of the most popular fall festivals in Northeast Indiana, nearly eight thousand people will be out […]
Mercado Packs a Ton of Flavor in Downtown Fort Wayne
The next stop in the Pioneer Eats Here series kept us in Allen County, more specifically, Downtown Fort Wayne. With Allen County having so many restaurants, we decided to split up the county. The winner for the best restaurant in Downtown Fort Wayne is Mercado! If you like Mexican food or different takes on Mexican […]
Big Brothers Big Sisters Match That was Meant to be
Editor’s Note: This is a guest post from Big Brothers Big Sisters. To learn how to become a Big, watch BBBS CEO Josette Rider on the NEI Pioneer Podcast. Big Sister Briana and Little Sister Makia had no idea they were gaining a friend for life when they first signed up as School Buddies. With […]
Harry’s Old Kettle Pub Hits the Spot
Pioneer Eats Here moved on to Wabash County next, and it did not disappoint. Wabash was the seventh out of our 11 counties that we’ve been to so far. When putting together the top 10 restaurants for people to vote on, I was intrigued the most by Harry’s Old Kettle Pub and Grill. And lo […]