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Elizabeth M. Rayn

Elizabeth M. Rayn, affectionately known as “Mackie,” departed life on September 17, 2024, in Anderson, Indiana, leaving behind a legacy that embodies a spirit of hard work, independence, and unwavering strength. Born on August 19, 1942, in Marion, Indiana, she thrived in her hometown, becoming a beloved figure in the community and a cherished presence … Read more

Lorene Butcher

Lorene Butcher, 86, of Wabash, Indiana, died at 8:57 am, Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at her home.  She was born on March 26, 1938, in Floyd County, Kentucky, to Waclaw and Verdie (Newsome) Platkus. Lorene married Bernard Butcher in Wabash on December 7, 1957. She worked at General Tire in Wabash, retiring after 30 years. … Read more

Dortha Castle

Dortha Castle passed away peacefully at 10:47 pm, Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at the age of 99, surrounded by family she loved. Born Dortha Mae Zinn on October 28, 1924 in Chili, Indiana, she was 1 of 10 children of Roy and Sarah (Thompson) Zinn. She was raised and schooled in Chili. After graduating Wabash … Read more

Investigation of Huntington North High School threat

HUNTINGTON, IN- At the conclusion of the school day on Wednesday, September 18, Huntington North High School administration notified a school resource officer of an indirect threat to school safety. The threat was a vague and general statement overheard by the bus driver and other students on their bus ride home. This statement was also … Read more

Honeywell Arts & Entertainment brings back Halloween movie showings

WABASH, IN – Honeywell Arts & Entertainment will host three ‘Spooky Nights’ weekends of Halloween-themed double feature showings at the 13-24 Drive In, as well as a one-night-only screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show at the Eagles Theatre in October. ‘Spooky Nights’ weekends at the 13-24 Drive In will feature movies geared toward adults … Read more

17th season of Downtown Wabash Farmers Market coming to a close

  WABASH, IN- Shoppers are invited to close out the 2024 Downtown Wabash Farmers Market by supporting their local farmers and small businesses on September 28 from 8 a.m. to noon at the corner of Cass and Market Streets. The final market marks 17 years of operations led by Downtown Wabash, Inc., a nationally accredited … Read more

Ole Olsen Memorial Theatre auditions announced

PERU, IN- Ole Olsen Memorial Theatre announces auditions for their next play ‘The Crimson Cap Ladies Take on Vegas’. Auditions will be held at the Peru Depot on Sunday, September 22nd from 2-4pm. The four members of a small-town ladies social club called the Crimson Cap Ladies head to Vegas and get mixed up with … Read more

Child Passenger Safety Week announced

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) is encouraging parents and caregivers to take the time during Child Passenger Safety Week to make sure their child is properly secured in an appropriate car seat or booster seat. The annual safety week, which runs this year from September 15-21, ends with a national car seat … Read more

Halloween Cocktail Trolley Tour announced

WABASH, IN. – Visit Wabash County officials to announce the return of the Halloween Cocktail Trolley Tour. The event will go on sale in person and online at visitwabashcounty.com on September 17 at noon. Ticket holders must be at least 21 years of age to attend. The Halloween Cocktail Trolley Tour will take place on … Read more

Peru man arrested on statutory rape charge

This from giantfm.com: MIAMI COUNTY, IN- A Miami County man was held in the Marshall County Jail on $25,000 cash bond for sexual misconduct with a minor and statutory rape. The charge is a Level 4 felony. Goble Duayne Fletcher, 39, of Peru, was booked into the Marshall County jail on Friday following an investigation … Read more