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Dam to Dam Century Ride registration open

WABASH, IN- Visit Wabash County officials announce that Summer Registration for the 15th AnnualWabash County Dam to Dam Ride(D2D) will change to Last Chance Registrationpricing on August 8th. The ride takes place on Sunday, September 8, and is powered byINGUARD.D2D is more than just a ride; it’s a bike tour designed by cyclists for cyclists, … Read more

VeggieRx program offers health benefits of ‘food as medicine’

WABASH, IN– Eating nutritious food is essential to health. The vitamins, minerals and other nutrients in fresh foods provide the fuel for a person’s body and mind. Unfortunately, people who lack consistent access to fresh foods are at a disadvantage and their health can suffer. That’s where VeggieRx comes in. VeggieRx is a produce prescription … Read more

INDOT launches Safe Zones pilot program to improve work zone safety

INDIANA — To protect the lives of motorists and construction workers across the Hoosier State, INDOT announces the official launch of Indiana Safe Zones, a five-year worksite speed control pilot program authorized by House Enrolled Act 1015 during the 2023 legislative session. Starting Wednesday, Aug. 14, camera technology will be deployed in the current I-70 construction … Read more

Boomerang Sisterhood to hold annual gathering

MIAMI COUNTY, IN- The Boomerang Sisterhood, Miami County’s Women’s Giving Circle, has granted nearly $70,000 to charitable organizations working to improve the quality of life in our community. Organizations like the Miami County United Way, the Circus Hall of Fame, and The Nickel Plate Trail are just a few examples of the 66 grants made … Read more

Investigation leads to arrest of former Kokomo City Police Officer

Kokomo, IN- On July 8, 2024, the Kokomo City Police Department requested the Indiana State Police investigate an alleged sexual assault that occurred involving a juvenile and a probationary officer with the Kokomo City Police Department. A detective from the ISP Peru Post was assigned to investigate the complaint.  In mid-July, that investigation was completed, … Read more

New Trooper Assigned to the Peru District

PERU, IN- On July 18, 2024, twenty-one new troopers graduated from the 85th Indiana State Police Recruit Academy after completing a journey of 24 weeks of intense training. The recruits received over 600 hours of classroom instruction and nearly 400 hours of hands-on practical scenario-based training. Some training areas included criminal and traffic law, crash … Read more

Honeywell Arts & Entertainment announces WVMA 2024-25 series lineup

Wabash, IN – Series packages are on sale now for the 2024-25 Wabash Valley Music Association (WVMA) Series, a five-showlive performance series at the Honeywell Center. An offering of Honeywell Arts & Entertainment, the WVMA Series features avariety of vocal, instrumental, and Broadway performances.Series packages are available for the 2024-25 Wabash Valley Music Association (WVMA) … Read more

Grow Wabash County to celebrate back-to-back Lagro ribbon cuttings

Wabash County, IN– The Wabash County community is invited to join Grow Wabash County in the town of Lagro to help celebrate the grand openings of two new businesses on Friday, August 9.The two businesses, Geronimo and River Hippie, will be welcomed into the Wabash County business community with back-to-back ribbon cutting ceremonies.“We are thrilled … Read more