MIAMI COUNTY, IN- Thanks to the generous donors of the Miami County Community Foundation, they recently awarded a grant to Maconaquah School Corporation to support CPR training for all their bus drivers and bus aides. This grant will cover the cost of this life-saving training for 50 school employees. This grant was made possible by … Read more
INDIANAPOLIS, IN– The Indiana Department of Transportation is aware of a tolling-related text message or “smishing” scam targeting Hoosiers statewide. False messages appearing to come from INDOT or tolling service providers alert recipients of a “final notice” regarding unpaid tolls and mention additional fines, late fees, suspension of vehicle registration, vehicle impoundment, and further legal … Read more
MIAMI COUNTY, IN- Purdue Extension is offering the Farmers Market Certificate, a virtual training designed to equip market managers, vendors, and community leaders with the knowledge and skills necessary to operate successful and sustainable farmers markets. This program will provide essential insights into best practices, food safety regulations, legal considerations, marketing strategies, conflict management, and … Read more
Ruth Miller, 90, of rural Wabash, Indiana, died at 6:55 am, Sunday, March 23, 2025, at her granddaughter’s home in Marion, Indiana. She was born on September 27, 1934, in Pike County, Indiana, to Andrew Sampson and Mary Jane (Nolan) Corn. Ruth attended Winslow High School. She married Forrest Lee Miller in Oakland City, Indiana … Read more
Janice Kay Hettmansperger, 85, of Wabash, Indiana, died at 6:53 am, Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at 1019 Belle’s Place in Wabash. She was born on August 7, 1939, in Wabash, Indiana, to Benjamin C. and Naida Mary (Ferguson) Hettmansperger. Janice was a 1957 graduate of Wabash High School, she then went on to graduate from … Read more
Max LaMar Metzger, a lifelong farmer, auctioneer, and mason, passed away at his home on March 20, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on June 10, 1937, in North Manchester, to Orville and Mae Ellen (Niccum) Metzger, Max was known for his dedication to farming, a calling he embraced for most of his life, … Read more
Jerry Swihart, 83, of Peru passed away on March 23, 2025 at home surrounded by his family. He is survived by his wife Sallyann, his sons Bart Swihart and Curtiss (Marjorie) Swihart, his daughter Lori (Charles) Sutton. Eight grandchildren, and four great-children. He is also survived by his brother Gaylord (Phyllis) Swihart, Jr. Jerry was … Read more
Suzanne R. Beal, 58, of Kokomo, Indiana passed away on Friday, March 21, 2025 at Community Howard Regional Health Hospital in Kokomo. Suzanne was born on November 21, 1966 in Kokomo, Indiana to Frank and Janet (Kendall) Whiterd. She was a 1985 graduate of Northwestern High School. She was most recently employed at Kokomo Express … Read more
Steven Kent Brewer, age 68, of Peru, Indiana, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2025, at 12:24 pm, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on April 5, 1956, to Mary L. (Waymire) and Lee Dean Brewer in Peru, Indiana. Steve was a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend. He loved with his whole … Read more
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Paul Eugene Galbraith Jr. (Gabby), who peacefully left us on March 20, 2025, to reunite with his beloved wife, Debbie Galbraith. He was 80 years old. Gabby proudly served his country as a U.S. Army veteran during the Korean campaign and was a lifetime … Read more