Wade Weaver Mary Cornelia Harden, née Luther, born on November 2, 1938, in Norwood, North Carolina, to Enos Monroe and Violet (Shue) Luther, passed away at her home in Wabash, Indiana, on June 9, 2026. She was a beloved figure whose life was marked by dedication to family and the simple joys of life. Mary spent much … Read more
INDIANAPOLIS- Indiana, like many states, continues to face childcare challenges. Recently, the State Budget Committee approved $200 million in additional funding for Child Care and Development Fund vouchers to serve an estimated 14,000 more children. The state is taking another step to expand childcare access through proposed reforms to reduce regulatory burdens on providers, encourage … Read more
INDIANAPOLIS- The Indiana Department of Health announced provisional data showing the state’s infant mortality rate in 2025 remained at a historic low. It is the lowest rate of infant deaths since record keeping began in 1900. While the loss of any baby is tragic, it’s encouraging to see efforts to reduce infant mortality are working. IDOH notes … Read more
WABASH, IN – Crossroads Bank is pleased to welcome Jacob Brown as its 2026 Wabash County Fellowship Program intern. Jacob joins the bank as a College Administrative Intern, supporting teams in Administration, Customer Solutions, and Marketing. He brings a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and diverse skillset to the Crossroads team. A Finance major at … Read more
INDIANAPOLIS- The Enforcement Bureau of the Indiana State Police oversees the traffic enforcement efforts of the Troopers assigned to the 14 State Police Districts throughout Indiana. Among their primary missions is helping to provide safe environments on our roadways for everyone. As a result of strategic enforcement efforts, Troopers throughout Indiana documented the following statistics … Read more
Larry E. Miller, 71, of Peru, Indiana, peacefully passed away on June 5, 2026 in Justin, Texas. Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Dale Miller and Jean Smith Fortin; his brother, Gary Miller; and his sister, Nancy Jo Miller. He is survived by his sister, Carol Beard; his son, Patrick (Stefanie) Miller; and his … Read more
Brenda Sue Borders, 63, Gas City, passed away in her home at 7:45 pm on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. She was born in Des Moines, Iowa, on Thursday, June 6, 1963, to Eldon and Mary (Roll) Jamieson. On July 4, 1997, she married Henry Borders, Jr., who survives. Brenda graduated from Eastbrook High School … Read more
Doris “Maureen” Colvin, 86, of Marion, passed away at 9:12 am on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at Wesleyan Health Care & Rehabilitation Center in Marion. Her husband, John Fredrick Colvin, also a resident, was by her side when she died. Maureen was born in Chicago, Illinois, on Friday, September 22, 1939. She spent her youth … Read more
Pauline Burnett, 87, of Upland, passed away peacefully at 5:26 p.m. on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at University Nursing Center in Upland. Pauline was born on December 26, 1938, in Breckinridge County, Kentucky, to Slaughter and Exebee (Wells) Goodman. She spent much of her life devoted to her family, her work, and her faith. For … Read more
Heaven just became much more colorful as Rebecca Sue (Pullen) Kerr, 89, of Wabash, Indiana, died peacefully in her home surrounded by all the things that made her smile. Born August 18, 1936, in Wabash, to Fred A. and Ruth (McKinley) Pullen, who passed in August 1936, but was raised by Opal A. Pullen, who … Read more