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Marsha Ellen Spurgon, 80, of Marion, passed away at 5:25 pm on Sunday, November 10, 2024, in Marion. She was born in Marion, Indiana, on April 5, 1944, to Weldon Manuel and Ruth Augusta (Ivens) Dungey. Marsha attended Marion Community Schools and was a housekeeper with the Marion VA Healthcare System for 25 years before … Read more
Betty L. Harpham, 99, of Marion, passed away at 7:15 am on Saturday, November 9, 2024, in Marion. She was born in Marion, Indiana, on Thursday, July 2, 1925, to Jay and Lola (Welsh) Banter. On August 23, 1961, she married Gilbert W. Harpham, who preceded her. A graduate of Jefferson Township Schools, Betty worked … Read more
Edward L. Clark, 87, Marion, passed away at 2:25 am on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at Aperion Care in Marion. He was born in Marion, Indiana, on Thursday, November 26, 1936, to Clarence and Nola (Laghm) Clark. On April 15, 1979, he married Gloria D. Reel. Edward worked as a janitor at RCA. He … Read more
INDIANAPOLIS — While people get their Thanksgiving travel plans ready, local and state police are getting ready to increase patrol visibility as part of the annual Safe Family Travel campaign. The campaign, which starts November 16, focuses on impaired driving, aggressive driving, and proper use of seat belts. During the campaign, officers will work overtime … Read more
WABASH, IN- Wabash City Council will be holding Wabash City School Board interviews at Wabash City Hall, 202 South Wabash Street, in the conference room on November 26, 2024, beginning at 5:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. The schedule is as follows: 5:30 – Jason Fry 6:00 – Joan Foster 6:30 – Myles Scott There will … Read more
WABASH, IN- Daniel’s Place 2nd Annual Gala and Auction is this Saturday, November 16th, 2024. Tickets to the Gala are sold out but the Auction is currently live to anyone with internet. The auction features exclusive items and experiences such as a behind the scenes tour of DeBrand Fine Chocolates, a lovely stay at the … Read more
WABASH, IN- The Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #83 has launched their annual Shop with a Cop Fundraiser. For over twenty years, this program has been a beacon of hope for Wabash County families during the Christmas season. Each year, the Shop with a Cop program takes over 200 children Christmas shopping, ensuring they have … Read more
VISIT WABASH COUNTY ORNAMENT ON SALE NOW Wabash, IN- Visit Wabash County is thrilled to announce Erica Tyson as the official artisan for the 2024 Christmas Ornament. The limited-edition ornament can be purchased for $25 online at www.visitwabashcounty.com or in person at the Welcome Center (221 S Miami St, Wabash). Tyson, a talented local artist … Read more
Willard Ricky “Rick” Brooks, 76, of Peru passed away on Friday, November 8, 2024 at Stillwater Hospice House in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was born December 4, 1947 as the last child to Alvia and Lucy (Lardino) Brooks. Rick’s mother, Lucy, had come to America from Italy when she was 7. She married Alvia Brooks … Read more
Betty L. Harpham, 99, of Marion, passed away at 7:15 am on Saturday, November 9, 2024, in Marion. She was born in Marion, Indiana, on Thursday, July 2, 1925, to Jay and Lola (Welsh) Banter. On August 23, 1961, she married Gilbert W. Harpham, who preceded her. A graduate of Jefferson Township Schools, Betty worked … Read more