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Miss Miami County Fair Queen Pageant informational meeting and application deadline announced

MIAMI COUNTY, IN- Miss Miami County Fair Queen Pageant informational meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at the Miami County 4-H Fairgrounds Community Building. Princess 6:30 PM Duchess 7:00 PM Queen 7:30 PM Applications are now available for 2026 Miss Miami County Queen ages 17-21, Duchess ages 13-16, and Princess ages 8-12. … Read more

Little Adventurers Kids Summer Day Camp Tour returns

WABASH, IN- Visit Wabash County officials to announce the return of a fan favoritetour. Kids Adventure Camp program will be a weeklong camp, June 15th to 19th,aboard Trolley No.85. Each day of camp is thoughtfully designed to provide hands-onlearning experiences that introduce students to the natural resources, industries, history,and career pathways that shape Wabash County. … Read more

MSDWC School Board meeting recap

WABASH COUNTY, IN- (Tuesday, April 14, 2026) Welcome to our new MSDWC team member, Brittny Dawes. Congratulations to Jeff Springer and Cheryl Barton on the announcement of their retirements. Donations Thank you to our generous donors who contributed $37,480.10. Donors included Affiliate Appraisals, B-K Drive-In (Jeremy & Wilma Enterprises), Payton & Alissa Deeter, Gentry Well … Read more

ICE issues statement after detainee deaths at Miami Correctional Facility

MIAMI COUNTY, IN — This from fox59.com: The U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement has called any claims that detainees are being kept in insufficient conditions at Miami Correctional Facility “false” after a second ICE detainee died while in custody earlier this month. The statement arrived amid criticism directed at ICE officials after 55-year-old Tuan Van … Read more

Manchester Community Schools Superintendent resigns

WABASH COUNTY, IN- Manchester Community Schools superintendent Tony Cassel resigned from his position and a search is already underway for a new superintendent. MCS Board President Mike Hensley read a prepared statement from the Board:  “Manchester Community Schools expects its educators and administration to hold a high level of professionalism in their roles as administration, … Read more

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

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

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

April is National Volunteer Month

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