Wade Weaver 
MARION, IN — On June 18, 2025, Detention Deputy Russ Rodriguez was arrested by the Marion Police Department on a preliminary charge of domestic battery. The Marion Police Department is currently handling the criminal investigation, and the Grant County Sheriff’s Office has initiated a separate internal investigation. Sheriff Del Garcia stated, “The Sheriff’s Office takes … Read more
Diane Pinkleton, born on September 23, 1962, in the quaint town of Marion, Indiana, embarked on her journey into eternal rest on June 18, 2025, at the Wesleyan Health and Rehabilitation Center. A devoted daughter, loving sister, cherished aunt, and meaningful friend, she left behind a legacy steeped in love and vibrant memories that will … Read more
Jessie Robert Henry Gressley, 77, of Wabash, Indiana, died at 5:02 pm, Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne. He was born on July 1, 1947, in Wabash, Indiana, to Sherman and Nora (Bone) Gressley. Jessie graduated from Northfield High School and Heartland Career Center in 1965. He is a … Read more
PERU, IN- The Peru Police Department will be conducting a hiring session on Saturday, June 28th, 2025, at 8:00am at 85 W. Canal St. in Peru. Applications may be filled out online at tinyurl.com/JoinPeruPD and must be turned in by 4pm on June 27th, 2025. Any questions about the hiring process may be directed to … Read more
FULTON COUNTY, IN – On June 15, 2025, at approximately 10:30 p.m., Trooper Jarod Sheetz conducted a traffic stop on a 2004 Toyota Camry for traveling in excess of 100 mph on US 31 in Rochester, Indiana. During the stop, Trooper Sheetz identified the driver as Liriannys Andrea Munoz Navarro, 22, from Newark, NJ. Also … Read more
Jon Alden Ogan, 87, a lifetime resident of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 12:55 p.m. on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at his residence. He was born to Paul and Kathryn (Bright) Ogan on April 1, 1938, in Wabash, Indiana. Jon was a 1956 graduate of Somerset High School. He served in the United States Army. Jon married … Read more
Margaret “Suzy” Suzanne Townsend, passed away on June 16, 2025, at the Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester. She was born on September 8, 1934, at home just north of Sidney, Indiana, to Loyal W. and Lena Frances (Palmer) Dome. Suzy graduated from Sidney High School in 1952, and began college at Ball State. There, … Read more
Roland L. Hair May 4, 1948 — May 28, 2025 Formerly of Marion Rollie was born to Dean R. Hair and Barbara J. Hair-Shirar on May 4, 1948, in Lansing, Michigan. The family moved to Marion in 1957. He graduated from Marion High School in 1966. He joined the United States Air Force in December … Read more
Arlice Fern McKinney (Correll), 79, of Peru, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, June 15th, 2025, at Wabash Parkview Hospital. She was born September 25th, 1945, in Peru, Indiana, to Elmer Correll Sr. and Mary Alice Correll (Zimmerman). Arlice lived Her life as a cherished and adored mother, grandmother, sister, haircut giver, wisdom giver, peace keeper, … Read more
Vickie Renee Watts, 77, of Peru passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2025. She was born January 30, 1948 in Peru to the late James and Cona M. (Hyde) Martin. Vickie enjoyed gardening, planting flowers, crocheting and cooking. She was very family oriented. Vickie is survived by her children, Faith Snyder, Richard Wilson, Nancy Wilson, … Read more