Lakeland Internet Officially Joins Forces with BaseLine Internet
Lakeland Internet has completed its purchase of BaseLine Internet’s Fiber-to-the-Home network and customer base. This strategic partnership marks a significant step in Lakeland’s ongoing investment in Northeast Indiana and will enhance its ability to deliver exceptional customer service across a larger service area. General Manager Mark Byler said, “We are planning significant network upgrades to… Read more »
Chuck Surack Named one of Indiana’s Most Influential Business Leaders
IBJ Media’s list of the 250 most influential and impactful leaders across business, philanthropy, the arts, government and not-for-profits in Indiana was announced today, with Surack Enterprises, Founder & CEO Chuck Surack on the list and featured on the cover of the magazine. Learn More about Indiana 250.
Leasing Opportunities Now Available at The Pearl
Applications are now open for apartment space at The Pearl, Chuck and Lisa Surack’s latest venture in the heart of downtown Fort Wayne. The mixed-use, multifamily project houses 76 apartments, five live-work units, nearly 13,000 square feet of commercial space, a 300-person event space, and more. One-, two-, and three-bedroom apartment space is available in… Read more »
University of Saint Francis, Chuck and Lisa Surack, and the Fort Wayne Philharmonic announce downtown plans
Through a unified collaboration of the University of Saint Francis, Chuck and Lisa Surack, and the Fort Wayne Philharmonic, an exciting new chapter in the development of a vibrant arts district in downtown Fort Wayne has begun. The collaboration of shared vision and resources will benefit all partners and the community by supporting the continued… Read more »
Sweet Helicopters safely transports more than 450 passengers to and from Indianapolis 500
Sweet Helicopters topped its previous record this year for charter passengers flown to the brickyard. More than 450 people trusted Sweet Helicopters to help them beat race day traffic, lapping last year’s total of 350 people. Guests could depart from one of four convenient locations in the Indianapolis metro area. Pilots would then fly passengers… Read more »
First Commercial Tenant Officially Announced for The Pearl
The Pearl, a mixed-use facility located in the heart of downtown Fort Wayne, welcomes Ducky’s at the Pearl as one of its first official commercial tenant. Ducky’s is a family friendly, full-service restaurant featuring duckpin bowling. It’s the latest venture of local restaurateurs Johnny Perez and Esli Barrón Perez of Te Gustó Hospitality. Te Gustó… Read more »
Longe Optical to celebrate 75th anniversary in 2024
Longe Optical, Northeast Indiana’s eye care leader, will celebrate 75 years of dedicated service to the community in 2024. To recognize this significant achievement, Mayor Tom Henry issued an official proclamation, acknowledging February 20, 2024, as “Longe Optical 75th Anniversary Celebration Day” in the City of Fort Wayne. As part of the year-long celebration, Longe… Read more »
Enstrom to Participate in European Rotors, Madrid
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation will showcase its helicopters at this year’s European Rotors show in Madrid, the largest business-to-business rotorcraft event outside the United States. The four-day event runs from November 27 to 30 in IFEMA Hall 9. Enstrom President Todd Tetzlaff and Vice President of Sales & Marketing Dennis Martin will be in attendance to… Read more »
DeKalb County Airport, Sweet Aviation Celebrate Opening of Extended Runway
Sweet Aviation, as the official fixed-base operator at the DeKalb County Airport (KGWB), celebrated the reopening of the airport’s runway with a special ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, September 29. The runway has been closed since July to allow contractors time to extend the runway to 7,105 feet and install new features. DeKalb County Airport… Read more »
Sweetwater Promotes Mike Clem to CEO
Sweetwater, the world’s leading music technology and instrument retailer, today announced the promotion of Mike Clem to Chief Executive Officer and President, effective September 29, 2023. He will replace John Hopkins, who is retiring after more than 30 years at Sweetwater. Since joining the company in 2003, Mike has held several key leadership roles in… Read more »