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Visit Wabash County announces J.M. Reynolds Oil Company, Inc. continuing sponsorship

WABASH, IN- Visit Wabash County is pleased to announce that J.M. Reynolds Oil Company, Inc. has confirmed their commitment to being the official fuel provider of Trolley No.85 again in 2025. One of the only locally owned fueling stations in Wabash County, J.M. Reynolds Oil Company, Inc., has sponsored the fuel for Trolley No.85 since … Read more

Charity Funding Applications Open for 2025

WABASH, IN- Wabash Cannonball Chili for Charity is now accepting applications for funding through May 15, 2025. The selected charities will benefit from the proceeds of the 22nd Annual Chili Cook-Off, set for October 18, 2025. This year, the Wabash Cannonball Chili for Charity Committee aims to surpass the 4,000+ guest attendance record and further … Read more

Next Generation: Jr./Sr. High School Art Competition opens at Honeywell Center

WABASH, IN – Selected artwork for the Next Generation: Jr./Sr. High School Art Competition presented by Honeywell Arts & Entertainment is on display at the Clark Gallery in the Honeywell Center now through April 30. The exhibit features exceptional works by talented students in grades 7-12, celebrating the boundless potential and artistic brilliance of the … Read more

John L. Sparks

John L. Sparks, 65, of Peru passed away on Saturday, March 29, 2025. Visitation will be held from 11am to 1pm on Thursday, April 3, 2025 at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, 105 West Third Street, Peru. The funeral service will follow at 1pm with Michael Clark officiating. A full obituary will follow. Arrangements have been entrusted … Read more

Rita Susan “Sue” Saint

Rita Susan “Sue” Saint, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 30, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born on June 30, 1952, in Bluefield, West Virginia, to Charles “T.C.” and Wilma Jean (Porter) Wingo. She married Don “Mike” Saint on February 12, 1972 in Van Wert, Ohio. Sue worked at the … Read more

John Anthony Frantz

John Anthony Frantz, 62, of Marion, passed away at 1:28 am on Monday, March 31, 2025, in his home. He was born in Marion, Indiana, on April 11, 1962, to Max and Virginia (Wheeler) Frantz. On September 11, 1989, he married Lori L. (Owings), and she preceded him in death on August 11, 2009. John … Read more

Gayles Hayden Duncan

Gayles Hayden Duncan, 78, of Hartford City, passed away at 1:06 pm on Monday, March 31, 2025, at Wesleyan Health Care & Rehabilitation Center. He was born in Oneida, Tennessee, on Sunday, October 20, 1946, to E.T. Harness and Nola (Duncan) Phillips. He married Leisa Barton on July 20, 1991, and she survives. Gayles served … Read more

Donald L. Duncan

Donald L. Duncan, 80, of Kokomo, passed away at 8:43 pm on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Wellbrooke of Kokomo. He was born in Kokomo, Indiana, on December 23, 1944, to Edward D. and Mary J. (Brough) Duncan. Donald graduated from Eastern High School in Greentown and attended Ball State University. He proudly served his … Read more

Stephanie Ann (Smithhart) Southerland

Gone to Glory on March 28, 2025!  Hallelujah! Stephanie Ann (Smithhart) Southerland was born on Friday, November 10, 1950, to Joseph Lester and Iva Celia (Diskey) Smithhart, Sr., at Marion General Hospital.  She was a lifetime resident of Marion, Grant County, Indiana, and took pride in her hometown. Stephanie graduated from Marion High School in … Read more