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Wabash County Sheriff’s Office to increase holiday patrols to promote safe roads

WABASH COUNTY, IN – As Hoosiers prepare for holiday celebrations, Wabash County Sheriff’s Department is partnering with the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) to keep roads safe and prevent traffic fatalities as part of the annual Safe Family Travel campaign, supported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Running from November 26 through the … Read more

Downtown Wabash Inc. announces new loan program

WABASH, IN- Downtown Wabash, Inc., in conjunction with the Community Foundation of Wabash County, announces a new loan program available to business and property owners in the downtown Historic District. “Loans of between $10,000 and $400,000 may be used for improving or expanding current business operations, to start a new business, and for rehabilitating buildings … Read more

Brittny Marie Pettit

Brittny Marie Pettit, 41, of Upland, Indiana passed away at 7:17 p.m. on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was born to Tammara Wagoner on July 7, 1984, in Marion, Indiana. Brittny graduated from Mississinewa High School in 2001. She attended Lakeview Wesleyan Church in Marion, Indiana. Brittny enjoyed … Read more

Philip Larry Gulley

Philip Larry Gulley, born on March 6, 1949, in the quaint town of Flemingsburg, Kentucky, departed this life on November 20, 2025, in Marion, Indiana. Larry lived a life rich in service, community, and love, leaving a profound legacy that resonates deeply with all who had the privilege of knowing him. A cherished husband to … Read more

Brenda Robinson

Brenda Robinson, aged 81, passed away on November 14, 2025, in Kokomo, Indiana. Born on October 26, 1944, in Marion, Indiana, she was known for her kind spirit and dedication to her work. Throughout her life, Brenda pursued a career as a short order cook and waitress at various restaurants, where she brought joy to … Read more

Marilyn Caroleen Hopper

Marilyn Caroleen Hopper, 80, of Walton, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 17, 2025, at The Waters of Peru. She was born on March 5, 1945 in Sycamore, IL to the late Emma (Klatt) Duval and Ernest Duval. She married Daniel Hopper on November 9, 1985. Marilyn graduated from Concordia University (St. Paul, MN) in … Read more

Lisa Marie Hensley

Lisa Marie Hensley, 63, of Kokomo, Indiana, passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord after a courageous year-long battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born on December 19, 1961, in San Luis Obispo, California, to the late Clifford Wood and the late Annie “Blondie” Sweares. She was also preceded in death by her stepfather, … Read more

Douglas Franklin King

Douglas Franklin King, 84, of rural Roann, Indiana, died at 3:18 pm, Friday, November 21, 2025, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. He was born on June 15, 1941, in Wabash County, Indiana, to Charles Frank and Hester Louise (Eakin) King. Doug was a 1960 graduate of Noble High School. After graduation he … Read more

Iris Isabella “Goose” Perez

Iris Isabella “Goose” Perez, age 8, of Marion, Indiana, completed her journey in this life and found peace on November 18, 2025, at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia after a courageous battle with leukemia. Born on November 16, 2017, Iris brought color, imagination, and joy into every space she entered. Iris was a vibrant, creative, … Read more