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Zachary L. Diskey

Zachary L. Diskey, 31, Marion, passed away on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at Stillwater Hospice Home in Fort Wayne.  He was born in Marion, Indiana, on June 29, 1992, to Arthur Diskey, III, and Brandy Bragg. Zachary attended Oak Hill High School. He enjoyed hunting (especially deer and mushrooms), fishing, and spending time with family … Read more

Robert “Bob” Tharp Sr.

Robert “Bob” Tharp Sr., 81, North Manchester, passed away January 21, 2024, at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne. The son of Stanton Miller and Vivian Rose (Shurburn) Tharp, Bob was born on July 14, 1942, in Niles, Michigan.After graduating from Brandywine High School in Niles, Bob began working as a drywall finisher and … Read more

Honeywell Arts & Entertainment releases 2023 Annual Report

Wabash, IN – Honeywell Arts & Entertainment has released its 2023 Annual Report, showcasing a year of significant growth and success. The Annual Report exhibits the organization’s increasing reach through programs, services, and live entertainment that have enriched the lives of thousands in Wabash and across the region. Honeywell Arts & Entertainment venues include the … Read more

Peru Utilities advise boil order for Oakdale area residents during repairs

This from Peru Utilities: PERU, IN- We have experienced a water main break in the area of Oakdale. Below is a detailed listing of impacted houses.  Please be advised that until further notice we have placed the below houses on a boil order. This means that water from your tap must be boiled before use. Uses … Read more

Indiana prepares for annual count of individuals experiencing homelessness

INDIANAPOLIS – The statewide annual count of individuals experiencing homelessness will take place on Wednesday, Jan. 24 and Thursday, Jan. 25, 2024. Service providers and volunteers in local communities across Indiana will be conducting the 2024 Point-in-Time (PIT) Count for the Indiana Balance of State (BOS) Continuum of Care (CoC) in 91 of the 92 … Read more

Dee Myron Byerly

Dee Myron Byerly, 86, of Wabash, Indiana, died at 11:05 pm, Saturday, January 20, 2024, at Hickory Creek Nursing Home in Huntington, Indiana.  He was born on January 18, 1938, in Decatur, Indiana, to Loyd L. and Dolores B. (Buckmaster) Byerly. Dee was a 1956 graduate of Adams Central High School, and attended Ohio Northern … Read more

Trail Tales at Salamonie Lake

ANDREWS, IN- Enjoy a leisurely walk along the Turkey Cove Trail with your young person and enjoy the Trail Tale along the way. This month’s Trail Tale, sponsored by Troyer Memorial Library, will feature “Winter Sleep, A Hibernation Story” by Sean Taylor and Alex Morss. Local libraries purchase and donate picture books to be read … Read more

Myrtie Marie Cavins

Myrtie Marie Cavins, 84, of Winona Lake, Indiana, formerly of Wabash, passed away at 11:20 p.m. on Thursday, January 18, 2024, at Grace Village in Winona Lake, Indiana. She was born on June 19, 1939, in Glo, Kentucky. Marie was a homemaker. She married Henry Cavins Sr. on January 5, 1963. He passed away on … Read more

Betty J. Bonewitz

Betty J. Bonewitz, 95, North Manchester, passed away January 19, 2024 at Parkview Wabash Hospital. The daughter of Elmer W. and Elsie L. (Martin) Steele, Betty was born June 2, 1928 in Roann, Indiana. An extremely generous and caring person, Betty never finished high school, instead she stayed home to care for her father who … Read more

Martha Ann Colburn

Martha Ann Colburn, 92, North Manchester, passed away at Peabody Healthcare Center in North Manchester on January 19, 2024. Born just outside of Peru in her family’s farm house on March 26, 1931, Martha was the daughter of Floyd and Elizabeth (Donaldson) Mullinix. One of sixteen in her graduating class, Martha was a graduate of … Read more