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Been living here a few months now and the main downside is the transportation and lack of good sidewalks on the outskirts of the city and also near outlet malls/shopping centers. But I like that organizations like FW Trails are taking matters into their own hands and investing donations into trails all around the city. Makes the city much more walk and bike friendly.
Dave....you really are all heart here with helping us to get an accurate, in-depth, honest picture of your very special City! Inviting, helpful, gracious, sincere, easy-going, mellow, friendly...you exemplify "Midwest nice"! 👍🏼 I personally can't understand how anybody would choose to live in any BIG U.S. City...because it seems the larger the City, the ruder and more aloof the people are. Am a single retiree who's done enough of the home ownership thing, so renting would be my option. Am on the lower end of the financial scale, so I'm loving to hear that the cost of living is relatively affordable. Thanks for all your extensive work in these very enjoyable Fort Wayne videos!👏
Totally get where you're coming from! Big cities can be a bit much, right? Fort Wayne's got that friendly vibe going on, and it's awesome that it's a budget-friendly spot. Renting sounds like a smart move, especially if you're done with the whole homeownership gig. Cheers to the affordable living and enjoying those Fort Wayne vibes! 👏 If you ever have more questions or need info, feel free to ask!
Parents just moved out here from LA, gotta say very impressed by the food, expansion, and overall vibe of this place DEFINETLY not a small town and from a big city prospective, you can get a feel :)
So, I was born in Fort Wayne in 1961. My family moved to California in 1963. I'm retiring in 2 years and most likely moving back to Indiana. I'll consider moving back to Fort Wayne. Thanks for this video ☺️.
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I arrived 3 weeks ago...live the place. Less winter than South Bend...not near as much as Atlanta...The overall Vibe I see developing is very impressive. Reminds me of Austin TX in the 80's...Not as cold as The Bend...Planning to stay awhile.
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Great airport. I flew there a few years ago. You’re greeted by a sweet lady with a basket of cookies when you go to baggage claim! No kidding the people there are so very nice.
I loved going to Franke Park and the zoo. In the Black Hawk division, is there still a house that looks like a castle? I was fascinated by that during an open house tour back in the late 60s or early 70s... thanks.
Back in 1966 we were getting ready to move to Ft. Wayne from Cleveland. I looked at a map, saw all the parks, and said "I'm gonna love it here". We are still here and still loving it. Loving the trail system. Loving the wonderful library. Loving the Philharmonic orchestra. Gonna stay here till we die.
@Neilsowards That’s amazing! It’s incredible how a place can feel like home for so many years. It sounds like Fort Wayne has a lot to offer, from nature to culture. I love hearing stories like this, finding a place you love and staying there for life is something special!
I may be relocating to Fort Wayne. If I take the position. My plan would be to rent for a year see how it goes than purchase property. Do you help with finding a rental property? Your videos are very helpful as I research Fort Wayne
How does your state veiw bankruptcy as far as mortgage lending? Wife had to file do to lost of job in Wyoming 3 years ago. We are very interested in fort Wayne. We both work from and currently living in Washington state Gig Harbor area. Looking to talk to a realtor.
Hey there. Normally you have to wait 2 years from when your bankruptcy was discharged. I can connect you with a local lender who can provide you with more insight there.
Same. The only downside here is the transportation and roads. But I salute programs like fort wayne trails for trying to invest in trails, which make the city much more walkable/bikeable. They just need to invest more in public transportation.
I agree with most of your pros and cons except the rivers. I might know a little, well maybe a lot about the rivers. They are not as bad as you may think, they have come a long way. Sorry, I'm a Ft. Wayne native lol! My channel concentrates on fishing and canoeing the area rivers and lakes.
Glad to hear that. I'm considering moving there, and all's I've seen online is how polluted and stinky the rivers are there. But it seems with all the regular flooding, those rivers have got to be getting cleaner and more natural, despite being muddy. Wondering if a variety of wildlife is returning....
I’m from Ft. Wayne; my family still live there. I had to move because of Winter. If you have arthritis or fibromyalgia, Ft. Wayne may not be for you from October-April. It makes me sad because I absolutely ADORE my hometown. I’m homesick a lot.
If there's anything specific about Fort Wayne or your hometown that you miss and would like to share, or if there are aspects of your current location that you find comforting, feel free to express those feelings. Sometimes, finding ways to stay connected with your hometown, even from a distance, can help ease the sense of homesickness.
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You may want to redo some of these videos during springtime and summer. And de-emphasize the tornados, for goodness sake! They're only EF 0's and 1's. :)
@@sierra6963 really cool! Is there anything particular that made you choose that area over FW? I hope that’s okay to ask, we are just trying to weigh our options and decide on the best place to move with all the remote work possibilities nowadays.
Hi there. As far as I know there are aren't any owner finance options like rent to own or land contract available right now. Have you talked to a lender about financing options recently?
I grew up in Fort Wayne. I graduated from Northside High School in 1966. It was a great place to grow up. I ended up in Phoenix, Arizona after getting out of the Marines. I still go back to Fort Wayne to visit relatives and friends.
I haven’t lived in Fort Wayne in almost 50 years, but I loved the Komets hockey team. They have played in the city since 1952. Give them some love! They have a large fan base.
Unfortunately Fort Wayne does not have Amtrak service and the nearest stop is about 30 miles away. Like so many cities Fort Wayne at one time had a wonderful streetcar system that they shamefully and irresponsibly destroyed. A good public transportation system will make or break a city in the future.
Bummer that Fort Wayne doesn't have Amtrak! It's a shame, really. Having a solid public transportation setup can be a game-changer for a city, especially looking ahead.
Coney Island Hotdogs is a must-visit spot in Fort Wayne! Local gems like that often become staples and contribute to the unique character of a city. Do you have any specific recommendations from Coney Island Hotdogs, or is there a particular dish that you consider a must-try?
Thank you the honest video...knowing the rivers are so polluted you can't fish or swim in them is giving me second thoughts about a move to Fort Wayne....
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I been here since 2012.. I used to think it was nice until i lost my son to gun violence two months ago.. I brought my children here to have a better life from the outside of chicago.. To have it happen to me here... Awful.. I live out north
I'm sorry to hear about your son but unfortunately crime and violence is something you can't escape no matter where you go. The crime in Fort Wayne is not bad compared to many other places.
Your a realtor right? Should do a video on investment properties out there. Was thinking of moving out there to start a locksmithing business and buy real estate.
I got an email from a company trying to hire me and it would involve moving to Ft Wayne. I live in Idaho right now, love it here. Thanks for making this! Fort Wayne looks pretty cool, but not the kind of place for me.
I’ve lived here my entire life and I do plan on moving away from the fort but I don’t really have anything bad to say about Fort Wayne. It’s been evolving so much since 2010 and who knows what it’ll be like 10 years from now. I’m always going to love Fort Wayne even tho I want to move out of here
It's common for individuals to seek new experiences and opportunities in different places. No matter where life takes you, the memories and experiences from Fort Wayne will likely stay with you.
You left out a few things. Transportation do not run on sundays and stop at 8:15pm m-f. No trains. Food suck. And don't catch a case. Allen County has the second highest conviction rate in the State. And if you are convicted of any crime no matter if its, traffic, misdemeanor, or felony, you will always have to pay a hefty fine and/or jail time. There are people in the county jail that is serving years instead of serving years in a actually prison. Trust me I know personally.
I've live here since 2007, I'm not the biggest fan. It is what you make it. but you don't start with a lot. I've noticed the top thing is the people, much less people celebrating and thankful (you can label them rude) than in Cleveland where I'm from. People are more scared here, they think there's much more violence downtown than is actual, for example. There's so many perception issues here. like people thinking there's traffic anywhere. Heh. I just get the vibe it's such a closed off population. I'm not the biggest fan of this place.
If there's anything specific you find challenging or if you have any questions, feel free to share. It's always interesting to hear about people's experiences in different cities and how those experiences shape their perspectives.
I’m going to be completely honest here. I’ve lived in Fort Wayne practically my whole life and the way this city functions is almost like a town. They shut the bus stations down early when they should run 24/7, to many business close early, as far as raising your kids here from when there born to the time they finish middle school it’s a good place for sure but once they get into high school it’s a whole another ball game Theres not a lot of community groups for teenagers to get into here unless your in sports or in some other event after school, but if your kid is not into those things there more then likely to be partying or doing drugs and if not that there spending there time in the house or going to a park or something. and as far as the people most can be nice but there is a big racial problem here and honestly for anyone who lives in Fort Wayne and says that’s not true idk what world there living in because it does effect a lot of things here in Fort Wayne such as jobs and opportunities to do certain things within the city, and etc. Now as things to do and opportunities to get ahead in life Fort Wayne is just not that place. Now if your rich and you make good money and you come and retire here your going to have a real good time. We have the best Zoo in the country I believe or at least up there and it’s pretty chill for the most part depending on where u live but there are honestly a lot more cons I feel like and I’m just speaking from my experiences.
I totally agree with you. I left Ft. Wayne in 1980 and have never thought of moving back. I believe if you are republican and white, you will love Ft. Wayne.
@@Blessedone1953 Same here, I left in 98 and don't miss it at all. I can't get a DL for medical reasons so I need public transportation, I never ask people for rides. I know most people out there despise California but I'd rather live in a small apartment here than a mansion out there.
Thank you for sharing your honest perspective on living in Fort Wayne. It's valuable to hear firsthand experiences about the strengths and challenges of a community. If you have any specific questions or if there's anything else you'd like to share, feel free to let me know.
Fort Wayne also has a bunch of surrounding campgrounds in lakes eight awesome Cub Scouts and Boys and Girls Club and I appreciate you mentioned in the homeless I'm a homeless man that tries really really hard that does not have any drug addictions will take in urinalysis or blood test I go day-to-day from a motel to a 10 don't know when I'm going to be able to get on my feet I was very much love to get involved with somebody that's going to give back to the homeless and it sounds like you're interested please get back to me if there's anything I can do to give back I don't want anything for it
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in all honestly they should of never made parkview field, the wizards stadium was better over near the coliseum, alread lost a few land marks due to roundabouts and othee bullshit they wanna do.. And if they really want to revamp something make the Ft Wayne zoo bigger instead of taking exhibits out that were there since day 1 for something new.. Fucking disgusted with what ft wayne is becoming.. And before people wanna get butthurt.. I was raised over on Rose off fairfield, and then Washington apartments almost in the heart of downtown.. Its shitty seeing the city I was raised in turn for the worse.. Let alone the pieace of shit shopping square that sucks so bad it's not even considered a mall. Jefferson Pointe is more of a mall than Glenbrook.
Change can be challenging, and it's understandable to feel a sense of loss for what once was. If there's anything specific about these changes that you find particularly troubling or if you have other thoughts to share, feel free to express them. It's an opportunity to reflect on the evolving character of Fort Wayne and the impact it has on the community.
You lost me when you trumpeted "diversity" in Fort Wayne. Having lived in a very "diverse" part of the country for thirty years now, all I can say is it's not all it's cracked up to be. And those "diverse" little communities have a funny way of making themselves exclusive and not inclusive of white people, i.e., they tend to only make friends of their own race, hire strictly their own race in their businesses, and otherwise only look out for their race. Don't try telling me this can't be so, I've been watching it happen for three decades. Only white people ever seem to be expected to embrace "diversity". You don't hear non-white people complaining about a "lack of diversity" when they're the majority. I can tell you that for a fact. So be careful what you wish for out in Fort Wayne.
My favorite places in fort wayne I like the rose gardens on lake if shopping is your thing Jefferson Pointe has great shopping along with coliseum area I like the wells street corridor also they've really done alot with downtown the past few years c street is great at night if ya like baseball Parkview field is one of thee best minor league fields in the Midwest and they shoot of fireworks after the games I love all the historic churches I love that fort wayne is also a melting pot of different cultures and people living in harmony for the most part crime in fort wayne is fairly low for a city its size never felt unsafe even in rougher parts of town also plenty of places to eat if you are a foody only thing is downtown parking 😆 lots of events at the coliseum and downtown they do free live music by the library in the summer time they redone the old ge building and riverfront also I know I missed alot of things I could go on and on and on
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📌Hey everyone, it’s Dave! If you want my FREE RELOCATION GUIDE with information on all things about Fort Wayne, Indiana you can download it here:
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Moved my family and business from Nevada to Fort Wayne and can happily say so far it has been a blessing.
Welcome! That's great to hear.
Are you hiring?
Been living here a few months now and the main downside is the transportation and lack of good sidewalks on the outskirts of the city and also near outlet malls/shopping centers. But I like that organizations like FW Trails are taking matters into their own hands and investing donations into trails all around the city. Makes the city much more walk and bike friendly.
Thanks. Slowly but surely our trail system is getting better each year
Dave....you really are all heart here with helping us to get an accurate, in-depth, honest picture of your very special City! Inviting, helpful, gracious, sincere, easy-going, mellow, friendly...you exemplify "Midwest nice"! 👍🏼 I personally can't understand how anybody would choose to live in any BIG U.S. City...because it seems the larger the City, the ruder and more aloof the people are. Am a single retiree who's done enough of the home ownership thing, so renting would be my option. Am on the lower end of the financial scale, so I'm loving to hear that the cost of living is relatively affordable. Thanks for all your extensive work in these very enjoyable Fort Wayne videos!👏
Totally get where you're coming from! Big cities can be a bit much, right? Fort Wayne's got that friendly vibe going on, and it's awesome that it's a budget-friendly spot. Renting sounds like a smart move, especially if you're done with the whole homeownership gig. Cheers to the affordable living and enjoying those Fort Wayne vibes! 👏 If you ever have more questions or need info, feel free to ask!
Dave ...you're a great guy, and a wonderful ambassador for FW! Thanks for the kindly offer. Still wanting to get a move on outta here....😉
Parents just moved out here from LA, gotta say very impressed by the food, expansion, and overall vibe of this place DEFINETLY not a small town and from a big city prospective, you can get a feel :)
Welcome! Good insight. Probably a little bit cheaper here too 😉
I think that the festivals we have here are pretty cool but you didn't mention them.
Yeah, like the Three Rivers Festival.
Is there anything I could improve on in future videos? 🤔
So, I was born in Fort Wayne in 1961. My family moved to California in 1963. I'm retiring in 2 years and most likely moving
back to Indiana. I'll consider moving back to
Fort Wayne. Thanks for this video ☺️.
Awesome! Feel free to give me a call if you need assistance with finding a home in the future!
@@theoriginallivinginfortwayne 'will do😊
Trying to relocate there thanks for the video
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Coming from NYC to work on some of the new downtown hotel restaurants. Probably living there for a few months. Cool vid!
Thanks. Hope you enjoy your time here!
I live in Fort Wayne. Cheaper to live here than elsewhere.
Yeah its pretty affordable, for sure.
I arrived 3 weeks ago...live the place. Less winter than South Bend...not near as much as Atlanta...The overall Vibe I see developing is very impressive. Reminds me of Austin TX in the 80's...Not as cold as The Bend...Planning to stay awhile.
You still there ? In F.W.good impressions after all this time? Thank you!
Glad to hear it!
What would you say is your favorite part of living here? 😄
Thanks! I'm moving to Fort Wayne in June from NC.
That's awesome! You'll find it's a really great place to live. Give me a call if you need help with the moving process!
There are so many homicides here
How's that going?
Moving tto Forte Wayne soon. got a job at sweetwater. Any local reps for renting that i should look into THANKS
How did it go ?
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Great airport. I flew there a few years ago. You’re greeted by a sweet lady with a basket of cookies when you go to baggage claim! No kidding the people there are so very nice.
My brother is sometimes the cookie person there! He works for the Dept. of Tourism
Formerly known as Baer Field!
Awesome {N}! Thanks for sharing.🙌💯
I loved going to Franke Park and the zoo. In the Black Hawk division, is there still a house that looks like a castle? I was fascinated by that during an open house tour back in the late 60s or early 70s... thanks.
Franke Park and the zoo sound like fantastic memories!
Back in 1966 we were getting ready to move to Ft. Wayne from Cleveland. I looked at a map, saw all the parks, and said "I'm gonna love it here". We are still here and still loving it. Loving the trail system. Loving the wonderful library. Loving the Philharmonic orchestra. Gonna stay here till we die.
@Neilsowards That’s amazing! It’s incredible how a place can feel like home for so many years. It sounds like Fort Wayne has a lot to offer, from nature to culture. I love hearing stories like this, finding a place you love and staying there for life is something special!
I may be relocating to Fort Wayne. If I take the position. My plan would be to rent for a year see how it goes than purchase property. Do you help with finding a rental property? Your videos are very helpful as I research Fort Wayne
Yes, I can put you in contact with someone who can help you find a rental. Feel free to text me at 260-633-4049
How does your state veiw bankruptcy as far as mortgage lending? Wife had to file do to lost of job in Wyoming 3 years ago. We are very interested in fort Wayne. We both work from and currently living in Washington state Gig Harbor area. Looking to talk to a realtor.
Hey there. Normally you have to wait 2 years from when your bankruptcy was discharged. I can connect you with a local lender who can provide you with more insight there.
Ok sweet, it will be 2 years on January 8th 2022 and her credit score is mid 700's
what beats do you use in the background?
I use this www.epidemicsound.com
Been here a few months and I love it.
What do you like about it? We're considering it. 😊
Give it a few years. I moved after 21 years.
Same. The only downside here is the transportation and roads. But I salute programs like fort wayne trails for trying to invest in trails, which make the city much more walkable/bikeable. They just need to invest more in public transportation.
Are there trails for running or would you recommend gyms for that?
@@sierra6963 Why not both? I use the trails for both biking and running just fine. However, I also go to the gym.
I agree with most of your pros and cons except the rivers. I might know a little, well maybe a lot about the rivers. They are not as bad as you may think, they have come a long way. Sorry, I'm a Ft. Wayne native lol! My channel concentrates on fishing and canoeing the area rivers and lakes.
Glad to hear that. I'm considering moving there, and all's I've seen online is how polluted and stinky the rivers are there. But it seems with all the regular flooding, those rivers have got to be getting cleaner and more natural, despite being muddy. Wondering if a variety of wildlife is returning....
Awesome! Thanks for sharing your thoughts.🙌💯
Great video pal, I'm thinking to move there.
Thank you! Give us a call if you decide to move here, we can help you find the perfect home for your needs!
@@theoriginallivinginfortwayne thank you very much.
I’m from Ft. Wayne; my family still live there. I had to move because of Winter.
If you have arthritis or fibromyalgia, Ft. Wayne may not be for you from October-April.
It makes me sad because I absolutely ADORE my hometown. I’m homesick a lot.
If there's anything specific about Fort Wayne or your hometown that you miss and would like to share, or if there are aspects of your current location that you find comforting, feel free to express those feelings. Sometimes, finding ways to stay connected with your hometown, even from a distance, can help ease the sense of homesickness.
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Hi I have a question so in the summer what is the highest? And in the winter how low does it go?
m.th-cam.com/video/IEAa_uPPi_k/w-d-xo.html lol
Tornados?????
I am a future Fort Wayne resident. Thanks for posting this!
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Thanks so much!
Thank you for watching!🙌🙌🙌
You may want to redo some of these videos during springtime and summer. And de-emphasize the tornados, for goodness sake! They're only EF 0's and 1's. :)
I’ll definitely put that on my list! Let me know if there’s anything else you think I should cover. 💯
Moving out here in October from California, where my homies at? ☺️
That's awesome, Sierra! Definitely reach out if you have questions about the area, or if you need help looking for a home around here!
Nice! We are considering moving from Cali too. Where in California are you?
@@theapplenut2299 ended up moving to the south bend area instead. Moved from northern California
@@sierra6963 really cool! Is there anything particular that made you choose that area over FW? I hope that’s okay to ask, we are just trying to weigh our options and decide on the best place to move with all the remote work possibilities nowadays.
@@theapplenut2299 a better vibe for us, less people, more nature
Is it a safe drive from North Manchester to Fort wayne? I might accept a job in North Manchester, but rent a place in Aboite township
Johnny Appleseed was fun this year
I live in Fort Wayne and would love to chat
Sure! Reach out to me any time
What is your bias against Cleveland?
Thank you for watching!🙌🙌🙌
Hi could help me with info about finding a rent to own or land contract home to own home thank you
Hi there. As far as I know there are aren't any owner finance options like rent to own or land contract available right now. Have you talked to a lender about financing options recently?
Gracias por la información
I'm glad you enjoyed the video.🥳
I grew up in Fort Wayne. I graduated from Northside High School in 1966. It was a great place to grow up. I ended up in Phoenix, Arizona after getting out of the Marines. I still go back to Fort Wayne to visit relatives and friends.
What would you say is your favorite part of living here? 😄
Pro: Fort Wayne has one of the largest pinball arcades in the world.
Really?? What's it called?
@@theoriginallivinginfortwayne Fort Wayne Pinball Wizard's World
I haven’t lived in Fort Wayne in almost 50 years, but I loved the Komets hockey team. They have played in the city since 1952. Give them some love! They have a large fan base.
Absolutely, the Fort Wayne Komets have a rich history and a dedicated fan base!
Unfortunately Fort Wayne does not have Amtrak service and the nearest stop is about 30 miles away. Like so many cities Fort Wayne at one time had a wonderful streetcar system that they shamefully and irresponsibly destroyed. A good public transportation system will make or break a city in the future.
Bummer that Fort Wayne doesn't have Amtrak! It's a shame, really. Having a solid public transportation setup can be a game-changer for a city, especially looking ahead.
Plenty of bums riding the busses in town- when they're not empy.
@@beavisroadhog9629 And what do you mean by that?
You can't go to Fort Wayne without going to Coney Island Hotdogs.
Absolutely right
haha. they are awesome
Coney Island Hotdogs is a must-visit spot in Fort Wayne! Local gems like that often become staples and contribute to the unique character of a city. Do you have any specific recommendations from Coney Island Hotdogs, or is there a particular dish that you consider a must-try?
Thank you the honest video...knowing the rivers are so polluted you can't fish or swim in them is giving me second thoughts about a move to Fort Wayne....
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That is 100 percent correct. Sewage overflows into the rivers every time it rains. Just ask the municipal water people.
You never speak about the best hot dogs from Coney Island.
Good point. I haven’t been there in a long time. Maybe I should revisit it 🤔
I personally think those are not the greatest.
@@dreamerweaverThey are awesome if you enjoy power vomiting and levitating with diarrhea.
@@theoriginallivinginfortwayneFeeling like a gastrointestinal adventure, eh?
I been here since 2012.. I used to think it was nice until i lost my son to gun violence two months ago.. I brought my children here to have a better life from the outside of chicago.. To have it happen to me here... Awful.. I live out north
I'm sorry to hear about your son but unfortunately crime and violence is something you can't escape no matter where you go. The crime in Fort Wayne is not bad compared to many other places.
Sorry for your loss Tina, may the Lord bless you and strengthen you. You'll be with your child some sweet, glorious day 🙏!
I'm sorry to hear about your negative experience Tina! What else happened?😱
I died at metropolis 😂
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Your a realtor right? Should do a video on investment properties out there. Was thinking of moving out there to start a locksmithing business and buy real estate.
Great suggestion, Brian!
Wow there's a lot of negative vibes in these comments.
Thanks for taking the time to comment. 👍
I got an email from a company trying to hire me and it would involve moving to Ft Wayne. I live in Idaho right now, love it here. Thanks for making this! Fort Wayne looks pretty cool, but not the kind of place for me.
No problem! Hope you find the place you're looking for
Only fear is the winter😢
Do you live in the area? 🤔
I’ve lived here my entire life and I do plan on moving away from the fort but I don’t really have anything bad to say about Fort Wayne. It’s been evolving so much since 2010 and who knows what it’ll be like 10 years from now. I’m always going to love Fort Wayne even tho I want to move out of here
It's common for individuals to seek new experiences and opportunities in different places. No matter where life takes you, the memories and experiences from Fort Wayne will likely stay with you.
You left out a few things. Transportation do not run on sundays and stop at 8:15pm m-f. No trains. Food suck. And don't catch a case. Allen County has the second highest conviction rate in the State. And if you are convicted of any crime no matter if its, traffic, misdemeanor, or felony, you will always have to pay a hefty fine and/or jail time. There are people in the county jail that is serving years instead of serving years in a actually prison. Trust me I know personally.
Thanks for taking the time to comment. 👍
I've live here since 2007, I'm not the biggest fan. It is what you make it. but you don't start with a lot. I've noticed the top thing is the people, much less people celebrating and thankful (you can label them rude) than in Cleveland where I'm from. People are more scared here, they think there's much more violence downtown than is actual, for example. There's so many perception issues here. like people thinking there's traffic anywhere. Heh. I just get the vibe it's such a closed off population. I'm not the biggest fan of this place.
If there's anything specific you find challenging or if you have any questions, feel free to share. It's always interesting to hear about people's experiences in different cities and how those experiences shape their perspectives.
@@theoriginallivinginfortwayneI don't think he was asking a question.
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Thanks for the support.🙏
Indiana is the best place in 🇺🇸 to buy rental houses
It's great to hear that you have a positive perspective on Indiana as an ideal place for buying rental houses!
If you are republican and white, you will love Ft. Wayne.
Awesome! Thanks for sharing your thoughts.🙌💯
I’m going to be completely honest here. I’ve lived in Fort Wayne practically my whole life and the way this city functions is almost like a town. They shut the bus stations down early when they should run 24/7, to many business close early, as far as raising your kids here from when there born to the time they finish middle school it’s a good place for sure but once they get into high school it’s a whole another ball game Theres not a lot of community groups for teenagers to get into here unless your in sports or in some other event after school, but if your kid is not into those things there more then likely to be partying or doing drugs and if not that there spending there time in the house or going to a park or something. and as far as the people most can be nice but there is a big racial problem here and honestly for anyone who lives in Fort Wayne and says that’s not true idk what world there living in because it does effect a lot of things here in Fort Wayne such as jobs and opportunities to do certain things within the city, and etc. Now as things to do and opportunities to get ahead in life Fort Wayne is just not that place. Now if your rich and you make good money and you come and retire here your going to have a real good time.
We have the best Zoo in the country I believe or at least up there and it’s pretty chill for the most part depending on where u live but there are honestly a lot more cons I feel like and I’m just speaking from my experiences.
I totally agree with you. I left Ft. Wayne in 1980 and have never thought of moving back. I believe if you are republican and white, you will love Ft. Wayne.
@@Blessedone1953 Same here, I left in 98 and don't miss it at all. I can't get a DL for medical reasons so I need public transportation, I never ask people for rides. I know most people out there despise California but I'd rather live in a small apartment here than a mansion out there.
Thank you for sharing your honest perspective on living in Fort Wayne. It's valuable to hear firsthand experiences about the strengths and challenges of a community. If you have any specific questions or if there's anything else you'd like to share, feel free to let me know.
Fort Wayne also has a bunch of surrounding campgrounds in lakes eight awesome Cub Scouts and Boys and Girls Club and I appreciate you mentioned in the homeless I'm a homeless man that tries really really hard that does not have any drug addictions will take in urinalysis or blood test I go day-to-day from a motel to a 10 don't know when I'm going to be able to get on my feet I was very much love to get involved with somebody that's going to give back to the homeless and it sounds like you're interested please get back to me if there's anything I can do to give back I don't want anything for it
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Would you mind if I was interviewed as a teen living/growing up here? It would be an honor
Sure. Text me and we can maybe set up an interview
A fine place
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Just starting watching the video...coming from Minneapolis..if he says anything bad about the weather I will puke.
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i was about set and then he said tornadoes
One of the commenters here said that tornados have been the very smallest kind. Like 0 to 1 (mildest) on the scale that goes up to very bad 5.
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I emailed you and never got a full response back. :( I guess I’ll be going with someone else in the future.
Sorry I missed that! I just went through all of my inboxes and hopefully responded to your email. For quicker response feel free to text me at 260-633-4049
in all honestly they should of never made parkview field, the wizards stadium was better over near the coliseum, alread lost a few land marks due to roundabouts and othee bullshit they wanna do.. And if they really want to revamp something make the Ft Wayne zoo bigger instead of taking exhibits out that were there since day 1 for something new.. Fucking disgusted with what ft wayne is becoming.. And before people wanna get butthurt.. I was raised over on Rose off fairfield, and then Washington apartments almost in the heart of downtown.. Its shitty seeing the city I was raised in turn for the worse.. Let alone the pieace of shit shopping square that sucks so bad it's not even considered a mall. Jefferson Pointe is more of a mall than Glenbrook.
Change can be challenging, and it's understandable to feel a sense of loss for what once was. If there's anything specific about these changes that you find particularly troubling or if you have other thoughts to share, feel free to express them. It's an opportunity to reflect on the evolving character of Fort Wayne and the impact it has on the community.
You lost me when you trumpeted "diversity" in Fort Wayne. Having lived in a very "diverse" part of the country for thirty years now, all I can say is it's not all it's cracked up to be. And those "diverse" little communities have a funny way of making themselves exclusive and not inclusive of white people, i.e., they tend to only make friends of their own race, hire strictly their own race in their businesses, and otherwise only look out for their race. Don't try telling me this can't be so, I've been watching it happen for three decades. Only white people ever seem to be expected to embrace "diversity". You don't hear non-white people complaining about a "lack of diversity" when they're the majority. I can tell you that for a fact. So be careful what you wish for out in Fort Wayne.
I get where you're coming from with the whole "diversity" thing in Fort Wayne. Thanks for taking the time to comment. 👍
Lived there for 4 years mostly south southeast still a good experience for me
What are your favorite places in the city?😄
My favorite places in fort wayne I like the rose gardens on lake if shopping is your thing Jefferson Pointe has great shopping along with coliseum area I like the wells street corridor also they've really done alot with downtown the past few years c street is great at night if ya like baseball Parkview field is one of thee best minor league fields in the Midwest and they shoot of fireworks after the games I love all the historic churches I love that fort wayne is also a melting pot of different cultures and people living in harmony for the most part crime in fort wayne is fairly low for a city its size never felt unsafe even in rougher parts of town also plenty of places to eat if you are a foody only thing is downtown parking 😆 lots of events at the coliseum and downtown they do free live music by the library in the summer time they redone the old ge building and riverfront also I know I missed alot of things I could go on and on and on
Oh and Pierre's and the comedy club can't forget them lots of great golf courses as well lol