Wade Weaver Eugene Edward Schmalzried, 81, of North Manchester, Indiana, died at 5:28 pm, Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Parkview Wabash Hospital. He was born on July 5, 1942, in Wabash, Indiana, to Paul and Sarrah E. (Eads) Schmalzried. Gene was a 1961 graduate of Laketon High School, and attened Manchester College. He married Brenda J. Woods … Read more
Investigate Huntington County Jail Inmate Death Huntington, IN- At the request of the Huntington County Sheriff, the Indiana State Police is investigating the death of a Huntington County jail inmate that occurred yesterday morning, Sunday March 3, 2024. The preliminary investigation has determined that Sunday morning at approximately 5:15am, Huntington County Jail staff responded … Read more
Marilyn F. Bennett, 80, Marion, passed away at 5:35 am on Monday, March 4, 2024, in her home. She was born in Hamilton, Ohio, on Saturday, March 13, 1943, to Helge and Mary (Settles) Victorsen. On June 17, 1967, she married David Duane Bennett, and they shared 43 years together before he passed away. Marilyn … Read more
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, 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, 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, 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
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
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
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