Wade Weaver WABASH COUNTY, IN – The fifth annual Wabash Run The River, presented by VisitWabash County, welcomed 429 runners on Saturday, June 6, drawing participants fromeight states and two countries to experience one of Indiana’s most scenic race events. Held along the picturesque Wabash River Trail, the chip-timed race featured 5K, 10K,and half-marathon distances, offering opportunities … Read more
WABASH, IN – Enter to win an exclusive overnight getaway as Nancy J’s Fabrics andVisit Wabash County (VWC) launch the Quilt & Play Getaway Giveaway. The promotionwill run now through June 24, offering dedicated quilters the opportunity to win a prizepackage valued at more than $600 before the Christmas in July themed One Stop QuiltShop … Read more
WABASH, IN — Wabash Cannonball Chili for Charity is turning up the heat for 2026 with the announcement of this year’s beneficiaries. Each year, the Cook-Off brings together chili enthusiasts, local organizations, and countless community members for a day filled with bold flavors and friendly competition. Teams battle for bragging rights, while showcasing their best chili recipes and … Read more
GRANT COUNTY, IN- On June 12, 2026, the Grant County Sheriff’s Office conducted an investigation at 6518 S Strawtown Pike after deputies were called to the area to assist the Marion Police Department with an unrelated matter. During the investigation, deputies developed probable cause and conducted a search of the residence. As a result of that … Read more
Charles Ellis Robinson (Chuck) 57 went to be with the Lord on June 9, 2026. He was born on February 14, 1969 to Joseph Robinson and Dorothy Taylor in Nashville Tennessee. Chuck married Henrietta Robinson on April 17, 2000. Chuck was a man of all men he loved to work on cars as a mechanic … Read more
Lowell D. “Skip” Roby, 86, Gas City, passed away at 5:45 pm on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne. He was born in Marion, Indiana, on Friday, September 1, 1939, to Lowell and Naomi (Wright) Roby. Skip graduated from Mississinewa High School in 1957 and spent 26 years as … Read more
Donna L. Long, 89, North Manchester, passed away peacefully on June 13, 2026, at Parkview Wabash Hospital in Wabash, Indiana. Born on July 23, 1936, in Argos, Indiana, to William Cecil and Sarah Lavon (Saygers) Wilhelm, Donna lived a life marked by dedication, love, and a commitment to enriching the lives of those around her. … Read more
Tammy Jean Walters, 62, North Manchester, passed away at her home in North Manchester, Indiana, on June 13, 2026. Born on July 29, 1963, in Wabash, Indiana, to Roland and Lois (Yates) Shepherd, Tammy’s life was about her family. After graduating from Manchester High School in 1981, Tammy embarked on a long and successful career … Read more
Bobby Lee “Curly” Carr, 92, of Lagro, Indiana, died on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne. Born May 6, 1934, in Wabash, he was the son of Russell and Blanche (Meyer) Carr. He spent all 92 years in Wabash County and never acted like he needed to be anywhere else. His … Read more
Deborah “Debbie” D. Sutton, 79, of New Paris, Indiana, formerly of Marion, Indiana, passed away at 2:57 a.m., on Friday, June 12, 2026, at My Mother’s House in Bristol, Indiana. She was born on April 4, 1947, to the late Charles Johnson and Mildred (Hinchman) Johnson in Huntington, Indiana. Debbie was a 1965 graduate of … Read more