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Prevent pipes from freezing this winter

IN- Indiana American Water shares tips on how to avoid costly repairs or being without water during the winter months. Follow these easy tips to winterize your pipes so your water flows smoothly all winter long. Before the cold sets in: Locate and test your main water shut-off valve. Drain outdoor hoses and irrigation systems. … Read more

Miami County Community Foundation scholarship application closes Feb. 5

MIAMI COUNTY, IN- A reminder, the Miami County Community Foundation’s scholarship application is still available online. Students can access and complete the application at www.nicf.org under the Miami County tab. Applications must be submitted by February 5, 2026. Please note: Only one common application is required to apply for all Community Foundation scholarships. After submission, … Read more

Winter driving tips from ISP Peru

PERU, IN- With colder temperatures and possible snow in the forecast, it won’t be long until winter driving conditions become the norm for many across the state, possibly even here in the Peru District. Unfortunately, many will only think about driving in snow and ice once confronted with the task. However, now is the time … Read more

Mobile food pantry in need of volunteers

MIAMI COUNTY, IN- United Way of Miami County is hosting a food finders mobile food pantry on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, near Grissom at 1799 Foreman Drive, Peru, IN. They are in need of volunteers to arrive at 9 a.m. to assist with traffic control. Other volunteers are encouraged to arrive at 10:30 a.m. to assist with food distribution.  Details … Read more

Wabash High School scholarship opportunity

WABASH, IN- Wabash High School is pleased to announce that they are preparing to award scholarship funds which have been endowed by the Lucille Camp Scholarship Foundation.  To be eligible to receive funds from the Lucille Camp Scholarship Trust, applicants must be either a 2026 graduate of Wabash High School or a student who graduated … Read more

Human Trafficking Awareness Initiative results

INDIANAPOLIS- The Indiana State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division partnered with the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) for the CVSA Human Trafficking Awareness Initiative, which took place from January 12 – 16, 2026. This initiative seeks to empower commercial motor vehicle drivers, motor carriers, school bus drivers, law enforcement officials, and the public with crucial … Read more

Miami County crash claims life of Macy man

MIAMI COUNTY, IN- On January 16, 2026, just before 12:30 p.m., officers from the Indiana State Police and the Miami County Sheriff’s Office responded to an injury-involved crash on Mexico Road near Eel River Road in which a Macy, IN, man died. The preliminary crash investigation by Trooper Derek Rine revealed that Robert Wiser, 61, of Macy, IN, … Read more

Homicide/Suicide investigation in Huntington County

HUNTINGTON COUNTY, IN- On Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at approximately 9:56pm Medicolegal Death Investigation was conducted at 6583 W. Maple Grove Rd., Dallas Township by the Indiana State Police and Huntington County Coroner’s Office. Huntington Central Dispatch received a call from relatives of the property owner explaining they hadn’t seen the couple for some time, … Read more