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Auditions announced for Ole Olsen Memorial Theatre’s next performance of the season

PERU, IN- Ole Olsen Memorial Theatre announces auditions for their upcoming performance in their 60th season, Moon Over Buffalo. Auditions will be held on Saturday, February 22nd from 1-3pm and Monday, February 24th from 7-8:30pm at the historic Peru Depot, located at 154 South Broadway in Peru. Director Stu Sullivan is looking for: 2 men … Read more

Club 720 Development Corp. Partners with City of Wabash and Crossroads Bank to Empower Aspiring Homeowners

Wabash, IN – Club 720 Development Corporation is proud to announce its upcoming “Homeownership is Possible” workshop, happening on Wednesday, February 5, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. The event, hosted in partnership with the City of Wabash and Crossroads Bank, will take place in the heart of Wabash, at the Wabash County Historical Museum, to … Read more

F.O.P. Lodge #72 announces scholarship opportunity for seniors in Miami County

MIAMI COUNTY, IN- F.O.P. Lodge #72 is granting three graduating Miami County Seniors each a $500 scholarship to help with college expenses. Scholarship applications are due by April 11, 2025. All three Miami County high schools will have copies of the application available in their guidance office. If you prefer to complete it digitally, you … Read more

Trooper Injured in Grant County Crash

Grant County, IN – Today, February 4, 2025, just after 9:00 a.m., officers from the Indiana State Police, the Grant County Sheriff’s Office, and the Gas City Police Department responded to an injury-involved crash on State Road 22 near Couty Road 600 East in which an Indiana State Trooper was injured. The preliminary crash investigation … Read more

MSD of Wabash County Superintendent Mike Keaffaber Announces Retirement

WABASH, IN – After nine years of dedicated service as Superintendent of MSD of Wabash County (MSDWC), Mike Keaffaber has announced his retirement, effective July 2025. Mr. Keaffaber, who assumed the role in July 2016, leaves behind a legacy of strong community engagement, educational excellence, and a commitment to student success. “It has been an … Read more

Construction of railroad overpass project to begin in Wabash

WABASH, IN- The much-anticipated Railroad Overpass Project is scheduled to begin in mid-February 2025 and continue through the end of the year. The Railroad Overpass project has an estimated completion timeframe for late January 2026. The purpose of the project is to improve safety and mobility by addressing the adverse effects of the current at-grade … Read more

Wabash County Museum announces February through April lineup for Thursday Parlay Speakers Series

WABASH, IN- The Wabash County Museum proudly unveils its upcoming lineup for The Thursday Parlay, a monthly speakers series dedicated to sharing captivating Wabash County topics and history. This FREE program is presented with support from an Imagine One 85 microgrant and Bob Evans Restaurant, which supplies free coffee and breakfast treats. February 6th @ … Read more

Wabash man sentenced on Felony offense

WABASH COUNTY, IN- The Wabash County Prosecutor’s Office announced the sentencing of Jessy Lucas, Age 28, of Wabash. The offense was dealing in a Narcotic Drug, a Level 3 Felony. The sentencing was held on January 27th, 2025. 9 years total, 7 years at the Indiana Dept. of Correction, followed by 2 years of probation.