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Keith A. Rennaker

Keith A. Rennaker, 76, of Marion, passed away in his home at 12:00 pm on Sunday, March 3, 2024.  He was born in Marion, Indiana, on Sunday, February 15, 1948, to John H. and Emogene M. (Graff) Rennaker.   Keith graduated from Fairmount High School in 1966.  He worked at Active Products, where he was … Read more

Judith L. “Judy” Myers

Judith L. “Judy” Myers, 82, Gas City, passed away at 1:20 am on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Twin City Healthcare. She was born in Fairmount, Indiana, on Tuesday, February 24, 1942, to John and Betty (Johnson) Bannister.  On January 9, 1960, she married James Myers and he survives.   Judy attended Fairmount High School … Read more

Inez L. Smith

Inez L. Smith, 71, of Marion, passed away at 11:04 am on Friday, March 1, 2024, in her home. She was born in Marion, Indiana, on Wednesday, February 4, 1953, to Palmer L. and Lois Elsie (Harter) Smith, Sr.   Inez graduated from Mississinewa High School in 1971 and worked for the U.S. Department of … Read more

Rhonda K. Lawrence

Rhonda K. Lawrence, 73, of Marion, passed away at 8:09 pm on Friday, March 1, 2024, at Marion Health. She was born in Marion, Indiana, on Tuesday, October 3, 1950, to Ray and Judy (Sumpter) Lawrence.   Rhonda graduated from Marion High School and worked in Patient Accounts for many years with Marion Health (previously … Read more

Ulery promoted to Lieutenant of PPD

PERU, IN- Recently, Sergeant Josh Ulery was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. Lieutenant Ulery is a 17-year veteran of the Peru Police Department serving in the Peru Police Department Detective Division. During Lieutenant Ulery’s career, he has served as a patrol officer, Sergeant, Shift Lieutenant, and Detective Sergeant. In addition to investigating criminal offenses, … Read more

Downtown Wabash, Inc. welcomes Kristen Petruniw as Executive Director

WABASH, IN— Downtown Wabash, Inc. board of directors and staff recently welcomed Kristen Petruniw as the organization’s Executive Director. Originally from Indianapolis, Indiana, Petruniw has been living in Wabash County for twelve years and has made a significant impact during her time here. She brings a diverse professional background and immense community involvement to the … Read more

Vendor registration opening for 2024 Downtown Wabash Farmers Market

WABASH, IN— Returning for its 17th season in Downtown Wabash, Ind., the Downtown Wabash Farmers Market will open registration to new and returning vendors on Monday, March 11. The market specifically caters to local and regional vendors who exclusively sell all things handmade, homemade and homegrown. Vendors with goods and products aligning with these categories … Read more

2024 Ag Dinner welcomes Chiang, Peebles family

Wabash County, IN– Grow Wabash County had a full house on Wednesday,February 28, for its 14th annual Salute to Ag Dinner which enjoyed the company of manyhonored guests including Purdue University President Mung Chiang and members of thePeebles Family.Howard Halderman, chair of Grow Wabash County’s Ag Committee, emceed the annual event,offering up bits of trivia … Read more