The life, legacy of Amiri Baraka
With the passing of the prolific poet, playwright, essayist, and critic Amiri Baraka, one of the literary giants of the 20th century was called home.
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Theoplis Smith show to open at Wunderkammer Feb. 8
The opening of “Can You Spare Change,” Theoplis Smith’s first solo exhibition with Wunderkammer Company, 3402 Fairfield Ave., is set for 6 to 10 pm, Feb. 8.
Spotlight on Juanita Buggs of G-Ma’s Cafeteria: Home cooked soul food
Up Close with Jeanie—A new soul food restaurant has opened in our city and it’s on the corner of McKinney Avenue and Hanna Street, G-Ma’s Cafeteria.
History-making gridiron star Nate Northington to visit Fort Wayne
Barrier breaking athlete Nate Northington is scheduled to visit Fort Wayne on Feb. 6, thanks to the efforts of a number of community organizations.
Pulitzer nominee Clifton L. Taulbert to speak at USF
FORT WAYNE—Clifton L. Taulbert, a Pulitzer-nominated writer and filmmaker, is scheduled to speak at the University of Saint Francis on Feb. 11.
2014 King Unity Day Celebration biggest ever in area
The largest Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebration in the state of Indiana lived up to its name Jan. 20 as a record crowd attended the annual event honoring the slain civil rights activist.
Local hip hop/pop duo, Chrome Cats, hit Billboard charts
Fort Wayne-based siblings, hip-hop/pop duo Chrome Cats, have officially entered Billboard’s Top 40 Indicator Charts a second time with their highly anticipated single “Best Life.”
New documentary explores Muhammad Ali’s battles outside the ring
One of the most recognizable figures on the Earth is Muhammad Ali. While many have heard his name and been told of his exploits in the ring, do you truly know his story?
Legend, Al Stiles crosses over
On Jan. 2, legendary performer, entrepreneur and community advocate Al Stiles made his transition at age 91.
Garry Hamilton sworn in as FWPD chief
The new year started off on an historic note with the swearing in of a new slate of high-ranking public safety officials—including one who serves as a city first.
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