Wade Weaver INDIANAPOLIS – This from insideindianabusiness.com: Gov. Mike Braun on Monday presented 34 Indiana companies with the Governor’s Century or Half Century Business Award. The honor recognizes businesses for the “dedication and resilience they have shown” over many decades. The awards are presented to Hoosier businesses that have remained in operation for a minimum of 100 or 50 … Read more
Philip K. Nance, 71, of Peru passed away at The Waters of Peru on Saturday, August 15, 2026. He was born in Columbus, Ohio on February 17, 1955 to the late Clifford and Janis (Roche) Nance. Philip married Michelle Myers and she survives. He worked as a delivery driver for Area 5. Philip enjoyed old … Read more
Cheryl was born in Marion, Indiana on March 10, 1945, and was raised in Grant County. She was in the class of 1963 at Van Buren High School. She married the love of her life, John Robert Hall, on July 21, 1963, and they shared 51 years together. Cheryl Hall went home to be with … Read more
MIAMI COUNTY, IN- This from Miami County Emergency Management Agency: Miami County disaster damage reporting is now open. If your home, property, or business was impacted by the recent severe weather and flooding, please submit a damage report as soon as possible. Online: Visit in211.org and click DAMAGE REPORTING. By Phone: Call 2-1-1 or 866-211-9966. Available … Read more
WABASH, IN – Selected artwork for the Annual Photography Competition presented by Honeywell Arts &Entertainment is on display at the Clark Gallery in the Honeywell Center now through September 23. Theexhibit features work highlighting photography’s unique ability to capture emotion, tell stories, and transform everyday moments into extraordinary art. 208 pieces were entered, and 72 … Read more
PERU, IN — The Indiana State Police Peru District is advising motorists that multiple roadways throughout the district remain closed due to flooding. Despite clearly marked road-closure signs and barricades, multiple reports have been received of vehicles disregarding these closures and entering areas that are not safe for travel. In addition to creating dangerous conditions … Read more
PERU, IN — As summer winds down, Peru Police Department is partnering with the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) to increase patrols and conduct sobriety checkpoints as part of the annual Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over national enforcement campaign, supported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Through the Comprehensive Highway Injury Reduction … Read more
MIAMI COUNTY, IN- The Boomerang Sisterhood Women’s Giving Circle will host its Annual Social Gathering on Tuesday, September 8 from 5:30–7:00 p.m. at Riverview Event Center, 421 W Canal Street in Peru. This free event welcomes local women to come together, celebrate the power of giving, and see firsthand how their contributions make a lasting … Read more
Sarah L. Wilkerson, 79, of Wabash, Indiana, passed away at 7:41 a.m., on Sunday, August 16, 2026, at her residence. She was born on August 15, 1947, to the late Charles Franklin “Frank” and H. Louise (Eakin) King in Wabash, Indiana. Sarah was a graduate of Northfield High School. She owned and operated her painting … Read more