Willie P. Velarde, 77, Gas City, passed away in his home at 10:34 pm on Wednesday, July 31, 2024. He was born in Marion, Indiana, on Saturday, October 19, 1946, to Perfecto and Catherine (Stevens) Velarde. Willie graduated from Mississinewa High School and served in the United States Army. Following his military service, Willie worked … Read more
Robert “Bob” E. Curtis, 76, of Van Buren, peacefully passed away with his family by his side at 8:20 pm on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at Indiana University Health Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie. He was born in Marion, Indiana, on Tuesday, October 21, 1947, to Robert and Margaret (Smith) Curtis. On June 10, 1966, … Read more
Gas City, IN — The Mississinewa Battlefield Society, Inc. (501c-3) is excited to announce that the organization is purchasing 225 acres of rural land in Grant County, nestled along the Mississinewa River between Marion and Gas City, IN. The purchase of this land will not only restore the grand, annual War of 1812 living history … Read more
Larry S. Stearns, 77, of Gas City, passed away at 11:25 am on Sunday, July 28, 2024, at Wesleyan Health Care & Rehabilitation Center. He was born in Michigan, on Friday, July 11, 1947. Larry served in the United States Air Force. Following his military service, he operated his own woodshop where he did a … Read more
William F. Pearson, 95, Gas City, passed away at 10:25 pm on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at Colonial Oaks Health & Rehabilitation Center. He was born in Marion, Indiana, on Sunday, December 2, 1928, to Kenneth and Elva (McKeever) Pearson. On December 31, 1954, he married Kathryn “Jane” Young. William graduated from Jonesboro High School … Read more
IN- The Indiana State Police is accepting applications for the 87th Recruit Academy for traditional and lateral applicants. Individuals interested in beginning a rewarding career as an Indiana State Trooper must apply online at IndianaTrooper.com. This website provides a detailed synopsis of the application process and information on additional career opportunities with the Indiana State … Read more
PERU, IN – The United Way of Miami County announced it will kick off its 2024 Annual Fund Campaign with a Viva Las Vegas themed event on Saturday, August 24 at Milestone Event Center. Attendees will each receive $50 in chips to play blackjack, roulette, and craps. All gaming tables will feature professional dealers, and the … Read more
WABASH COUNTY, IN- Wabash County Health Department reported that a (POOL OF MOSQUITOES) that was collected tested positive for West Nile virus. This is the first reported case of West Nile virusactivity in 2024 for Wabash County.West Nile virus is transmitted to humans by mosquitoes that have first bitten an infected bird. A person bitten … Read more
GRANT COUNTY, IN- In a death investigation started in April 2023, the Grant County Sheriff’s Office had obtained a warrant for the arrest of Gabrielle L. Wortman age 30 of Marion. The charge is Dealing in a Substance Resulting in Death, a Level 1 Felony issued by Grant Superior Court II with a bond amount … Read more
CASS COUNTY, IN – Indiana Department of Transportation contractor Diechman Excavating Co will close State Road 18 between C.R. 400 E and C.R. 500 E on or after Wednesday, August 7. State Road 18 will be closed through mid-October for a small structure replacement at Dehaven Ditch. Motorists should seek alternate routes. The official detour … Read more