Jordan, Cydney, and Proud Mom-Paula Bridges Join Fort Wayne Up Close for a special conversation with Jordan, Cydney, and their mom Paula Bridges. Jordan and Cydneu were Contestants on Season 6, Episode 10 of The Wall game show, where the siblings took on the challenge and WON! The Bridges family has been blessed with many incredible opportunities and accomplishments. Cydney Bridges has been with us before when she was crowned Miss Indiana in 2023 and went on to become the second runner-up at Miss America in 2024. They will share their game show experience, making the most of every door that opens and celebrate their victory and the support of their family members, especially their mom. #FortWayneUpClose #TheWall #BridgesFamily #JordanBridgex #CydneyBridges #Family #NVMG #FortWayne

Join Fort Wayne Up Close as we welcome Joe Ayers and Dr. Deborah Howard to talk about an important community initiative focused on helping men and women take a more active role in their health. Men Fighting for Health meets every 2nd Tuesday 6:30 to 8:00 pm and Women Fighting for Health meets every 2nd Monday 6:00 to 7:30pm at the Pontiac Library, located at 2135 Hanna St., Fort Wayne, IN 46803. This is an opportunity to learn, ask questions, share experiences, and take steps toward better health and wellness. For more information: 📞 Joe Ayers: 260-348-6080 📞 Dr. Deborah Howard: 260-442-7626 Your health matters. Your life matters. Let’s fight for it together! #FortWayneUpClose #MenFightingForHealth #WomenFightingForHealth #HealthMatters #CommunityHealth #HealthAndWellness #FortWayne #PontiacLibrary #NVMG #NeutralVoicesMediaGroup

On this episode of Fort Wayne Up Close, we welcome Karen Hatch, author of Knife in Shining Armor, as she courageously shares the story behind her book—and her own journey through trauma, adversity, perseverance, and ultimately victory. This is more than a book. It is Karen’s true story, offering a personal look at the experiences that shaped her, the challenges she faced, and the strength it took to keep moving forward. Through her story, Karen reminds us that what we experience does not have to define how our story ends. Join us for an honest and inspiring conversation about surviving trauma, finding strength, overcoming adversity, and turning pain into victory. Sometimes the most powerful stories are the ones we have lived ourselves. www.queenequity.com #FortWayneUpClose #KarenHatch #KnifeInShiningArmour #TrueStory #TraumaToVictory #OvercomingAdversity #HealingJourney #Perseverance #Strength #Hope #FortWayne #ONVShows

On this episode of Fort Wayne Up Close, we sit down with Matt Schiebel from Fort Wayne Community Schools (FWCS) We’ll highlight what’s new, what’s improved, and how FWCS is continuing to support student success both inside and outside the classroom. Whether you’re a parent, student, or community member, this is your inside look at what’s ahead for the new school year. #FortWayneUpClose #FWCS #BackToSchool #EducationMatters #FortWayne #StudentSuccess #CommunityUpdates #NewSchoolYear #ONVShows #StayReady

On this episode of Fort Wayne Up Close, we welcome Hall of Fame Coach Russ Isaacs for a special conversation about his remarkable journey in sports, coaching, leadership, and community. Coach Isaacs, a Coach for Snider Panthers along with many accolades, shares the experiences, lessons, challenges, and people that helped shape his career and legacy. We’ll talk about what it takes to develop athletes, build character, lead with purpose, and make an impact that extends far beyond the playing field. This is a conversation about sports, mentorship, leadership, and legacy—and the lasting influence a great coach can have on generations of athletes and the community. #FortWayneUpClose #CoachRussIsaacs #HallOfFameCoach #SportsLeadership #Coaching #Mentorship #SportsLegacy #CommunityImpact #FortWayne #ONVShows

Join Fort Wayne Up Close with host JJ Foster for an engaging and impactful conversation with two respected leaders in our community—Steve Lanier, President of the NAACP Fort Wayne, and D. Faye Williams - Robbins, 1st Vice President NAACP Fort Wayne. This episode highlights the ongoing work, advocacy, and mission of the NAACP in Fort Wayne. From addressing current challenges to building pathways for equity and opportunity, our guests share insight on leadership, community engagement, and the importance of staying informed and involved. Tune in as we discuss the issues that matter, the progress being made, and how each of us can play a role in shaping a stronger, more unified community. #FortWayneUpClose #NAACP #CommunityLeadership #JJFoster #FortWayne #CommunityVoices #LeadershipMatters #StayEngaged #StrongerTogether #ONV

On this episode of Fort Wayne Up Close, we welcome Dorothy Tinker, Director of Support Services at Wayne Township Trustee Office and Steve Lanier, President NAACP FWAC Branch 3049-B from the Center for Research on the Status of African American Males for an important and impactful conversation. Together, we explore the work being done to better understand, support, and elevate African American males in our community. From education and opportunity to challenges and solutions, this discussion brings awareness, insight, and a call to action. We also highlight the upcoming "Fort Wayne Summer Celebration" a Father Hood Initiative, a time to come together, celebrate culture, and strengthen community connections. Be sure to check out their Facebook page for more details and ways to get involved. This is about knowledge, empowerment, and building a stronger future—together. #FortWayneUpClose #CommunityImpact #AfricanAmericanMales #Empowerment #FortWayne #SummerCelebration #CommunityVoices #StrongerTogether #ONV #ConnectingCommunities

On this episode of Fort Wayne Up Close, we sit down with Rod Haywood, Founder of Rod Haywood Enterprises Inc., also known as The Not-For-Profit Guru. He shares about himself and insight on turning ideas into action and what it truly takes to move from vision to reality. Rod will also be speaking at an upcoming event focused on helping individuals and organizations bring their vision to life. This is an opportunity to gain real guidance, practical steps, and inspiration to move forward with purpose. Event Details: 📍 3201 Stellhorn Road, Fort Wayne, IN 📅 July 26, 2026 ⏰ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Register today: www.tinyurl.com/visionreality Learn more: www.thenotforprofitguru.com #FortWayneUpClose #VisionToReality #NonprofitLeadership #PurposeDriven #FortWayneEvents #ONV #ConnectingCommunities #TheNotForProfitGuru