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Governor Braun announces $200 Million investment to expand child care affordability and reduce waitlists

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN– Today Indiana Governor Mike Braun announced an investment of $200 million to expand affordable child care. This week the State Budget Committee will review the Governor’s bold decision to augment an additional $200 million into the Financial Responsibility and Opportunity Growth (FROG) Fund to expand access to Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) vouchers. “Indiana’s child … Read more

Patrolman Doke Labarr sworn in as Probationary Patrolman

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WABASH, IN- The Wabash Police Department is proud to announce the swearing-in of its newest officer, Probationary Patrolman Doke Labarr, during this evening’s City Hall meeting. Officer Labarr joins the department after previously serving with the Upland Police Department, where he has worked since 2023. He brings with him valuable experience and a strong commitment … Read more

Ruth Ann McIntyre

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Ruth Ann McIntyre, 92, of Marion, passed peacefully away at 8:38 pm on Friday, April 10, 2026, at Cedar Creek of Marion. She was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Monday, April 9, 1934, to Paul and Julia (Huber) VanCleave. Ruth graduated from Warren Central High School and went on to work for many years as … Read more

Jill Layman Shamory

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Jill Layman Shamory age 69, born on November 15, 1956, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and strength that will be cherished by all who knew her. Jill lived a life defined by compassion and dedication to her family, friends, and Gas City community. She had a warm and generous spirit, … Read more

Joseph L. McDaniel

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Joseph L. McDaniel, 53, of Hartford City, passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2026, in Hartford City. He was born in Marion, Indiana, on July 9, 1972, to Joseph L. McDaniel and Elizabeth (Gerber) Hestla. Joseph attended Crescent City High School and worked at Precision Vehicle Solutions. He was a proud member of Teamsters Union … Read more

Lorina S. Watkins

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Lorina S. Watkins, 69, of Marion, Indiana, passed away peacefully at 8:46 a.m. on Thursday, April 9, 2026, in Marion, in the loving arms of her husband. She was born on December 5, 1956, in Rome, New York, to James and Gwendolyn “Sue” (Cramer) DeShane. On March 18, 1993, Lorina married Kenneth Watkins, who survives. … Read more

Janet “Jan” Carol Moorman

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Janet “Jan” Carol Moorman, 80, of rural Wabash, Indiana, died at 10:39 am, Thursday, April 9, 2026, at Wellbrooke of Wabash. She was born on July 24, 1945, in Marion, Indiana, to Charles and Jackie (Cohee) Esler. Jan married Thomas Moorman in Marion, Indiana on January 8, 1972. She worked for several years at Bell … Read more

Matthew E. Stone

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Matthew E. Stone, 58, of Wabash, Indiana, died at 3:21 pm, Thursday, April 9, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on January 4, 1968, in Gary, Indiana, to Albert Eugene and Linda Suzanne (Durbin) Stone. Matt was a 1986 graduate of Hebron High School, he then went on a baseball … Read more

Linda Lou Biehl

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Linda Lou Biehl, 86, of Wabash, Indiana, died at 8:37 pm, Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at Wellbrooke of Wabash. She was born on February 15, 1940, in Connersville, Indiana, to George Gant and Ada Louise (Crowe) Gant Barnett. Linda married Arden Biehl in Wabash on July 29, 1976, and they shared a wonderful life together … Read more

April is National Volunteer Month

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MIAMI COUNTY, IN- April is National Volunteer Month, and the Miami County Community Foundation is grateful for the people who give their time and talent to strengthen our communities. Earlier this month, MCCF introduced a Board Spotlight series on social media, highlighting the volunteers who help guide this work. These individuals bring insight, care, and … Read more