PERU, IN- It’s that time of year when drivers must be particularly mindful of deer entering roadways. Last year in Indiana, there were over 17,000 deer-related accidents, resulting in 707 injuries and nine fatalities. The Indiana State Police Peru Post would like to share some safety tips to help you avoid a potential collision with … Read more
WABASH, IN – Bringing a large project to fruition takes vision, commitment and resources, not to mention patience. But in the end, the results can be beautiful. And beautiful results are being realized in the form of the paved trail encircling the seven-acre pond on theParkview Wabash Hospital (PWB) campus. The vision for the trail … Read more
PERU, IN- Rediscover Downtown Peru is once again teaming up with the City of Peru for the Boo Bash trunk or treat event happening this Saturday, October 25 from 5-8 PM around the Courthouse Square. There are still spots left for businesses, churches, and organizations to participate and they will take sign-ups for participating trunks … Read more
WABASH, IN- On Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at approximately 2:55 p.m. Wabash Central Dispatch was notified of a missing juvenile at 5866 W 200 S, Wabash, Indiana which is in the area of Old 24 & County Road 200 South (Higley Curve). Wabash County Sheriff’s Office personnel were already in the immediate area investigating a … Read more
LOGANSPORT, IN – Prosecutor Noah Schafer announced that Amanda Sayger, 38, of Twelve Mile, IN, was convicted of conspiracy to commit child molesting on Wednesday, following a trial in Cass Circuit Court. Following two days of evidence, a jury deliberated less than two hours before returning a verdict of guilt on all charges, which included … Read more
WABASH COUNTY, IN– Charges have been filed by the Wabash County Prosecutor’s Office in connection with an officer-involved shooting that occurred on December 3, 2024. Jacob S. Slocum, 37, from Fort Wayne, Indiana, has been charged with the following offenses: Mr. Slocum is currently incarcerated at the Allen County Jail. All suspects are presumed innocent … Read more
WABASH, IN- On Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at approximately 1:55 p.m. Wabash Central Dispatch was notified of a single vehicle crash, with utility lines down, in the area of Old 24 & County Road 200 South (Higley Curve). The preliminary investigation shows that Jeffrey Sexton, 55, of Wabash, Indiana was operating Vehicle-1 (V1) and traveling … Read more
ANDREWS, IN- Join a celebration with friends and family for the accomplishments and future plans of Salamonie Lakes’ Friends of Upper Wabash Interpretive Services. Enjoy the fun, Nov. 1, 2025, 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Salamonie Interpretive Center 3691 New Holland Road, Andrews, IN 46702. President Steve Park said, “We plan fun activities for … Read more
WABASH, IN- The Wabash Cannonball Chili for Charity Cookoff was held on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Paradise Spring Historical Park in Wabash and below are the results. 2025 Open People’s Choice: 2025 Church People’s Choice: 2025 Restaurant Division: 2025 Open Showmanship: 2025 Open Judged: More details to follow.
INDIANAPOLIS- On Saturday, October 25, 2025, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is sponsoring its nationwide “Prescription Drug Take Back” initiative. The “Take Back” initiative seeks to prevent prescription drug abuse and theft through proper disposal of prescription drugs. Collection sites will be set up nationwide for expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs which will be … Read more