Wade Weaver Melody Ann (Shields) Horine, 68, of Marion, Indiana, passed away on June 18, 2026, following an extended illness. Melody was born on August 25, 1958, in Marion, to Carl Dee Shields and Mary Joan (Zook) Shields. Melody was a woman whose compassion, creativity, and servant’s heart left a lasting impact on everyone who knew her. … Read more
Mary (Lenker) Drudge, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and faithful servant of Christ, peacefully entered into the joy of her Lord on Saturday, June 20, 2026 .She was born on March 17, 1947, in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania, to Lee and Caroline (Houck) Lenker. Mary’s life was a testament to the grace of Jesus and the … Read more
INDIANAPOLIS- Governor Mike Braun and the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced that more than 1,400 additional acres of forestland in northern Indiana will soon be part of Indiana State Parks, with Salamonie River and Frances Slocum state forests transitioning in management from the DNR Division of Forestry. “Our state parks are some of … Read more
KOSCIUSKO COUNTY, IN- Crossroads Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Trey Weber to Vice President, Leasing Officer. Trey joined Crossroads Bank in August 2015 as a part-time teller in South Whitley and has steadily advanced through a variety of roles, including full-time teller, Assistant Branch Manager in Columbia City, and positions within Commercial … Read more
MARION, IN- On June 23rd, 2026, Marion Police Department Detectives continued the homicide investigation from June 1st, 2026. Detectives identified the second juvenile suspect. An arrest warrant was obtained for the second juvenile suspect. The juvenile suspect was located on the active arrest warrant, without incident, for the below listed charges: The investigation still remains … Read more
Jeffery Dwight Rowe, 59, of Huntington, Indiana, passed away at 8:35 a.m. on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at his residence. He was born on August 16, 1966, to Russell and Mary (Ridenour) Rowe in Wabash, Indiana. Jeffery was a graduate of Oak Hill High School. He married Clarrissia Craun on November 3, 1991. Jeffery was … Read more
Tim R. Hoffman, born September 10, 1924, in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, to Milton and Frieda (Ripple) Hoffman, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2026, at Timbercrest Healthcare Center in North Manchester, Indiana. His remarkable journey of over a century touched countless lives through service, friendship, and deeds marked by warmth and dedication. Tim’s early years were … Read more
Lutricia Ann Gardner, 94, of Wabash, Indiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at her residence. She was born on April 2, 1932, to Everett and Evelyn (Lynch) Blockson in Wabash, Indiana. Lutricia graduated from Wabash High School in 1951. She married Robert Lee Gardner, Sr. on May 17, … Read more
INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana Governor Mike Braun has declared a state of disaster emergency for 63 counties in Indiana. “Many Hoosier communities were impacted by the severe weather that swept through our state this week. This emergency declaration ensures that every available state resource is mobilized quickly to support response efforts, help local governments address urgent … Read more
WABASH, IN–The Wabash City Schools Board of Education is pleased to announce theappointment of Dr. Christopher E. Daughtry as the district’s next Superintendent of Schools,effective July 1st, 2026. The decision was made after a Board search and interview process,following the announcement of Dr. Amy K. Sivley’s retirement. Dr. Daughtry brings 28 years of experience in … Read more