Wade Weaver 
PERU, IN- On Wednesday, June 11, 2025, an eight-month criminal investigation conducted by detectives from the Indiana State Police Peru Post led to the arrest of Dustin J. Echelbarger, 43, from Greentown, Indiana. The investigation began in October 2024 after officers received information regarding potential fraud, forgery, and corrupt business practices. The preliminary investigation revealed … Read more
Austin Lee Perkins, born on November 19, 1984, in Warsaw, Indiana, to Dawson and Connie (Miller) Perkins, passed away at his home in North Fort Myers on June 5, 2025. He was a beloved figure in both his personal and professional life, known for his determination, strong will, and infectious sense of humor that drew … Read more
Nancy Kaye Sluss, 76, a lifetime resident of Wabash, Indiana passed away at 8:52 a.m. Thursday, June 12, 2025, at Waters East of Wabash. She was born on December 16, 1948, to John G. and Betty Ann (Ray) Baker in Wabash, Indiana. Nancy was a homemaker most of her life. She married Charles Sluss on … Read more
WABASH, IN – Visit Wabash County, Wabash County Diversity Coalition, and Grow Wabash County’s Leadership Development Cohort Volunteer group are pleased to announce the release of the collaborative 2025 Spanish Resource Guide, a 40-page magazine-style guide that showcases the amenities of al of Wabash County completely in Spanish. The guide, now available in both print … Read more
WABASH, IN – Honeywell Arts & Entertainment will accept applications for the Annual Photography Competition until Friday, July 11. The exhibit will be on display in the Clark Gallery from August 18 through September 24 and feature work highlighting photography’s unique ability to capture emotion, tell stories, and transform everyday moments into extraordinary art. This … Read more
INDIANAPOLIS- Yesterday, June 12, 2025, The Indiana Office of the Inspector General announced that Indiana State Police Trooper Dukengtson Lavache has been selected as the recipient of the 2025 Inspector General’s Award of Excellence. This prestigious award is presented annually to recognize an investigator or auditor from a state agency who has made exceptional contributions … Read more
Janelda Louise Straw, 81, of Wabash, Indiana, died at 12:30 pm, Saturday, June 7, 2025, at Autumn Ridge Health and Rehabilitation Center in Wabash. She was born on September 26, 1943, in Wabash, to Basil and Mary Ulshafer. Janelda attended Wabash High School and graduated from Josiah White’s. She married Charles Russell Straw in Wabash … Read more
WABASH COUNTY, IN – The fourth annual Wabash Run the River presented by Visit Wabash County took place on Saturday, June 7th, bringing together 415 runners from across 13 different states to experience one of Indiana’s most scenic races. Hosted along the beautiful Wabash River Trail, the event featured chip-timed 5K, 10K, and half-marathon options … Read more
Phyllis M. Harner, 93, of Swayzee, passed away at 9:10 pm on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at Colonial Oaks Health & Rehabilitation Center in Marion. She was born in Swayzee, Indiana, on Tuesday, May 17, 1932, to Kenneth and Ila (Shane) Key. Phyllis was married to Donald Edward Harner, who preceded her in death on … Read more
Jeffrey A. Kirk, 59, of Converse, Indiana, passed away peacefully at 6:45 a.m. on Friday, June 6, 2025, at Colonial Oaks Health & Rehabilitation Center in Marion. He was born on February 15, 1966, in Wilmington, Delaware, to the late Paul and Joan (Kochendorfer) Kirk. He later married Carol Paulson, who survives. Jeff was a … Read more