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Dean Jackson

Dean Jackson

Whatzup Features Writer

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Ducky's has reserved its space at The Pearl in downtown Fort Wayne.

Te Gusto books space at The Pearl for Ducky’s

As buildings continue to pop up downtown, it’s hard to miss construction of the new multi-use facility The Pearl at 248 W. Main St.  While work continues at the site, […]
Swizzle Market at Jefferson Pointe is all about alcohol-free options.

Swizzle Market has alcohol-free options

Swizzle Market, 4130 W. Jefferson Blvd., is reimagining your expectations about adult beverages. The alcohol-free retail store is now open in Jefferson Pointe and the boutique boasts a wide selection […]
Los Patios Mexican Restaurant has opened in downtown Fort Wayne.

Los Patios Mexican eatery opens downtown

Los Patios Mexican Restaurant is up and running at space formerly occupied by O’Reilly’s Irish Pub near Parkview Field, 301 W. Jefferson Blvd.  They’ve been open less than a month, […]
The Tacos, Tequila, & Margarita Festival returns to Headwaters Park on May 11.

Tacos, Tequila, & Margarita Fest returns

Tacos, Tequila, and Margarita Fest returns to Headwaters Park on Saturday, May 11, from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Along with offerings from Mercadito, El Ranchito, El Chillon, Dos Margaritas, Monterrico, Tropic Chicken, […]
Brooks BBQ & Chicken will be moving out of Union Street Market at Electric Works.

Brooks BBQ moves out of Union Street Market

One of the first merchants to join Union Street Market at Electric Works in November 2022, Brooks BBQ and Chicken say they are moving out to refocus their business.  Shifting […]
The Ole Hitchin' Post will be closed as its owner battles cancer.

Diagnosis closes Hitchin’ Post for ’24

The Ole Hitchin’ Post in Larwill will not open for the 2024 season as owner Krissy Ropp embarks on a cancer journey. A few weeks ago, Ropp announced on the […]
Powers Hamburgers has been sold.

Hospitality group purchases Powers

Powers Hamburgers has been sold. Salvatori Hospitality Group and managing partner Alex Richardson purchased the downtown treasure from Michael and Gloria Hall last week.  While the joint at 1402 S. […]
Chain restaurant City Barbeque is eyeing their first location in Fort Wayne.

City Barbeque pulling into Fort Wayne

City Barbeque is coming to Fort Wayne by the end of the year in the space once occupied by Hardee’s and Subway at Jefferson Pointe Shopping Plaza. Originating in Columbus, […]
You may soon be able to consume alcoholic beverages outdoors at Electric Works.

DORA in the works for Electric Works

Fort Wayne City Council recently approved a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area for a considerable portion of downtown, and they now have another request before them. The request to add a […]