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Coney Island Gets National Spotlight | Fort Wayne News

Fort Wayne’s legendary Coney Island, serving hot dogs since 1914, just got national attention after being featured by National Geographic—proving it’s not just the oldest hot dog stand in the country, but a living piece of American food history. Co-owner Jimmy Todoran, who’s been there for 39 years, was stunned when he first got the email—thinking it was a scam. But the writer genuinely fell in love with the place and the city, capturing its enduring charm. For Todoran, this spotlight honors the immigrant founders and reflects how the neighborhood’s revival mirrors the stand’s own resilience…

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