Lisa Gilman awarded Stephen H. Downs Downtown Legacy Award
WABASH, IN- It is with great honor and excitement that Downtown Wabash, Inc. and its board of directors announced Lisa Gilman as the 2023 recipient of the Stephen H. Downs Downtown Legacy Award during its Annual Meeting on Thursday, Nov. 9. The Stephen H. Downs Downtown Legacy Award was created in 2019 to honor Steve […]
Lights at Paradise in Wabash on display
WABASH, IN- The City of Wabash, in partnership with the Wabash County Museum, officials announce the date for the third annual Lights at Paradise holiday event on December 16 from 5 to 8 PM and is free and open to the public. The Lights at Paradise light display opens to the public on November 17 […]
Visit Wabash County ornament on sale now
Wabash, IN- Visit Wabash County is thrilled to announce Hanna Burnworth as the official artisan for the 2023 Christmas Ornament. The limited-edition ornament can be purchased for $30 online at www.visitwabashcounty.com or in person at the Welcome Center (221 S Miami St, Wabash). Burnworth, a talented local artist from North Manchester, has been selected for […]
Shepherd’s Chevrolet announces purchase of Dorais in Wabash
WABASH, IN- For the last 55 years, Shepherd’s Chevrolet has been serving North Manchester and the surrounding areas with all its vehicle needs. In continuing the tradition, they are excited to announce their recent acquisition of Dorais Chevrolet GMC in Wabash. Check them out at Shepherd’s Chevrolet GMC of Wabash, where they will always treat […]
Peru Police Department stepping up patrols during peak Thanksgiving travel
Peru, IN — Thanksgiving is a time for families to gather. However, with more people on the roadways, there is greater potential for crashes. That is why the Peru Police Department is joining law enforcement agencies from across the state to make sure everyone gets to their destination safely. “This holiday season, we expect to […]
Gerald Dwayne Coffman
Gerald Dwayne Coffman, 61, of Peru passed away on Monday, November 13, 2023. He was born in Summersville, West Virginia on August 8, 1962. Gerald was a proud United States Army veteran. To honor Gerald’s wishes, there will be no services. Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy & Allen Funeral Home. Family and friends may […]
Therese Anne (Bender) Bitzel
Therese Anne (Bender) Bitzel, 70, of Peru passed away at Parkview Regional Hospital on Saturday, November 11, 2023. She was born in Peru, Indiana to the late Peter and Dolly Mae (Glassburn) Bender on May 14, 1953. Therese was a homemaker and a life member of the Moose in Wabash. She was an animal lover […]
Randall L. “Randy” Pence
Randall L. “Randy” Pence, 46, of Marion, passed away at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, in his home. He was born in Marion, Indiana, on Friday, December 17, 1976, to Terry and Julie (Howell) Pence. Randy had worked on several construction jobs throughout his life. He enjoyed woodworking and carving. He was an […]
Michael D. “Mike” Cain
Michael D. “Mike” Cain, 58, of Marion, passed away after a year long battle with brain cancer at 9:07 am on Monday, November 13, 2023, in his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Marion, Indiana, on Saturday, February 20, 1965, to Michael and Linda (Corey) Cain. On September 29, 2001, he […]
Haley Reanne Sunshine Franks
Haley Reanne Sunshine Franks, 28, Marion, passed away at 6:08 pm on Sunday, November 12, 2023. She was born in Marion, Indiana, on Thursday, February 2, 1995, to Michael Baker and Jennifer (Rowe) Kerr. Haley attended Mississinewa and Oak Hill high schools. She worked in the housekeeping department at Cornerstone. Haley was a unique young […]