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Eldrid I. Tinkel

Eldrid I. Tinkel, 83, of Marion, passed away at 3:27 pm on Friday, September 27, 2024, at Wesleyan Health Care & Rehabilitation Center in Marion. He was born in Marion, Indiana, on April 5, 1941, to Homer and Velma (Embree) Tinkel. Eldrid attended Sweetser High School and worked as a custodian for 32 years with … Read more

Wabash Police Department receives grant funding for Youth Outreach Program

WABASH, IN— The Wabash Police Department proudly announces the receipt of grant funding aimed at enhancing and continuing our youth outreach initiatives in our community. This funding will support the programs designed to engage and empower local youth, fostering positive relationships and mentorships with law enforcement officers. The announcement comes during a special ceremony honoring … Read more

Honeywell Arts & Entertainment announces new Arts For All offerings

WABASH, IN – Honeywell Arts & Entertainment adds new offerings to its lineup for Arts For All, a collection of arts opportunities for all ages, encouraging lifelong learning. Full details and registration are now available online at honeywellarts.org/arts or by calling the Honeywell Box Office at 260.563.1102. Mixed Media I Class – Ages 6-9 October … Read more

Dam to Dam committee announces 2025 ride

WABASH, IN- The Dam to Dam Wabash County Bike Ride committee is pleased to announce that Dam to Dam 2025 is full of new surprises! Dam to Dam(D2D) is celebrating its 16th year and has ‘Flipped the Ride’. The event will occur on Sunday, September 7, and start at the Wabash County YMCA. In line … Read more

Fatal structure fire in North Manchester

NORTH MANCHESTER, IN- On September 27, 2024 at 9:04am, the Wabash County Central Dispatch Center received a report of a structure fire at 1109 State Road 114 east, North Manchester. Upon arrival, North Manchester Fire Department units found heavy fire involvement coming from a picture window on the north side of the residence. Firefighters were … Read more

October’s First Friday welcomes Wizardly Wabash for a magical Harry Potter-themed evening

WABASH, IN- Downtown Wabash, Inc. is excited to announce the return of its October First Friday event with a spellbinding twist. On Friday, October 4, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, downtown Wabash will be transformed into “Wizardly Wabash,” a Harry Potter-themed celebration for fans of all ages. Join us for an evening filled … Read more

Shirley Ann Burgess

Shirley Ann Burgess, 83, of LaFontaine, Indiana passed away at 10:09 a.m. at her home on September 25, 2024. She was born on August 22, 1941, to Omar and Jesse Lynn (Vanlandingham) Thompson in Grant County, Indiana. Shirley was a 1959 graduate of Lagro High School. She married her husband Stephen Burgess on June 23, … Read more

Daniel W. Boone Maines

Daniel W. Boone Maines, age 86, passed away at Marion General Hospital September 24, 2024, surrounded by his closest loved ones. He was born on November 6, 1937, to Gerald and Ellen (Ward) Maines, who brought him to their home on the rural route near Edgewood, Indiana, where he roamed the surrounding pastures and attended … Read more

Nancy L. Dooley

Nancy L. Dooley, 86, of Marion, passed away at 1:04 pm on Thursday, September 26, 2024, in Marion. She was born in Grant County Indiana on Tuesday, March 8, 1938, to Ralph and Freda (Johnson) Dooley. Nancy graduated from Sweetser High School in 1956. She worked as an Accounts Payable Clerk at Pierce Co of … Read more

Francisco Mendez Vale

Francisco Mendez Vale, 81, of Fishers, passed away at 3:00 am on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at Riverwalk Village in Noblesville. He was born in Moca, Puerto Rico, on December 3, 1942, to Eduardo and Ricarda (Vale) Mendez. Francisco enjoyed his work as a millwright with U.S. Steel.  He was a proud member of the … Read more