Wade Weaver WABASH COUNTY, IN — As summer winds down, Wabash County Sheriff’s Office 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 … Read more
WABASH, IN- Every vehicle has a story, and this year’s featured trucks on the 2026 Dave Kunkel Cruise-In T-shirt tell a story that goes far beyond chrome, paint, and horsepower. It’s a story of family, dedication,friendship, and a shared passion for classic trucks. The two featured vehicles belong to Matt Dillon of Wabash, Indiana, and … Read more
IN- Whether your child is in kindergarten or a high school senior, resources are available to help them excel in school. Indiana offers programs that provide students with academic support to ensure that they can reach new heights in school and after graduation. A strong educational foundation leads to more successful futures. Several tutoring resources … Read more
PERU, IN- The City of Peru is excited to announce a new restaurant coming to Downtown Peru. After much anticipation, they can confirm Jimmy John’s will be opening at the former Garden Gate Cafe location on the corner of North Broadway and East 8th Street. They are thrilled to welcome this new investment into the … Read more
Ralph McQuinn, 72, of Macy passed away at 12:29 Sunday morning at his home surrounded by family and friends. He was born on October 29, 1953 in Peru, Indiana to Harges and Amanda Fannie (Willis) McQuinn. He married Peggy Sue (Browning) McQuinn on November 30, 1975. He was the love of her life for an … Read more
Philip James “PJ” Tracy, 51, of Carson City, Nevada, passed away unexpectedly on July 28, 2026. He was deeply loved by his family and will be remembered for the many gifts, passions, and moments of joy he shared throughout his life. PJ began life’s journey on January 7, 1975, in South Bend, Indiana. In 1986, … Read more
Vivian Marie Anderson (nee VanGordon), age 95, formerly of Marion, passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2026, in Joanne’s House, located in Bonita Springs, Florida. Vivian was born August 28, 1930, in Hartford City, Indiana to the late James and Zona (nee Edwards) VanGordon. She married the late Robert Valjean Anderson on October 6, 1950. She … Read more
Slade Adam Buckler, born on March 16, 1979 in Marion, Indiana, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2026 at Marion General Hospital, surrounded by loving family. Slade’s kind spirit and gentle presence will be dearly missed by all whose lives he touched. A proud native of Marion, Slade spent his entire life close to family … Read more
Phyllis A. Barnes, 89, of Marion, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at 4:35 a.m. on Friday, August 14, 2026, at University Nursing Center in Upland. Born on August 9, 1937, in Memphis, Tennessee, Phyllis was the daughter of Carlos and Marcille (Wright) Carter. On April 26, 1958, she married her childhood sweetheart, Ted A. … Read more
Nichole L. Kaiser (Frye) passed away on August 15, 2026, at Parkview Huntington Hospital in Huntington, Indiana. She was born on October 5, 1974, in Wabash, Indiana, to Randy L. and Barbara “Bobbi” Jo (Weitzel) Frye. Throughout Nichole’s life, she embodied the values of kindness, generosity, and unwavering dedication to others. Nichole graduated from Manchester … Read more