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Preschool Registration Now Open at MSD of Wabash County

Wabash, IN- Registration for the 2025-2026 school year of Little Knights Preschool and Little Norse Preschool is now open. Children who will be age 3 or 4 on August 1, 2025, are eligible to enroll. These high-quality preschools are housed within MSDWC elementary schools and offer a fantastic educational opportunity for young children and benefits … Read more

Indiana State Police Superintendent Doug Carter Retires Following Career Spanning Nearly Four Decades

INDIANAPOLIS- Indiana State Police Superintendent Doug Carter has retired following a career in law enforcement which spanned nearly 40 years.  He was born and raised in Laporte, Indiana, and after graduating from LaPorte High School in 1980, he went on to attend Ball State University.   He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree with an emphasis … Read more

Charles Roy Allen

Charles Roy Allen, born on June 3, 1943, in Warsaw, Indiana, to Roy and Goldie (Allen) Allen, passed away at his home in North Manchester, Indiana, on January 12, 2025 at the age of 81. Charles was a man who possessed a remarkable mechanical gift that led him to a fulfilling career as a maintenance … Read more

Julia Ann Koors

Julia Ann Koors, a beloved member of her family, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on February 19, 1958, Julia’s life was marked by her unwavering love, kindness, and the joy she brought to those around her. A proud graduate of Elwood High School, Julia worked at the … Read more

P. Michael “Mike” Doran

P. Michael “Mike” Doran passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025. A full obituary will follow. Visitation will be held from 4pm to 6pm on Friday, January 17, 2025 at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, 105 West Third Street, Peru. The funeral service will follow at 6pm. Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and … Read more

Cindy Sue Winger

Cindy Sue Winger, nee Fosnough, passed away peacefully on Jan 9th in her home in Long Grove, Illinois, surrounded by family members, after a long illness. Independent and assertive to the last, she is remembered by family and friends as both an adventurous spirit and an elegant lady, both a loving & supportive wife & … Read more

Community Foundation Scholarship Application Available

MIAMI COUNTY, IN- The Miami County Community Foundation scholarship application for graduating seniors is available and is due Tuesday, February 11, 2025, by 3:00 p.m. ET. The application is entirely online and can be found at www.nicf.org under the Miami County tab. For more information about community foundation scholarships, contact Shannon Berger, Scholarship Coordinator for … Read more

Babe of Wabash County Receives $22,621 Grant from Lutheran Foundation

WABASH, IN – Babe of Wabash County is excited to announce that they have been awarded a $22,621 grant from the Lutheran Foundation. This funding will help continue their work supporting families in Wabash County with essential health, educational, and emotional resources. Out of 80 grant applications—including 30 from first-time applicants—they are honored to have … Read more

2025 Visit Wabash County Board of Directors announced

WABASH, COUNTY, IN- Jan Roland and Brittany Rager were honored on December 19 during Visit Wabash County’s end-of-the-year board meeting and celebration. Rager, who served on the Visit Wabash County’s Board of Directors since 2019, was presented with a Distinguished Leadership Award for her level of service and dedication to the organization for the last … Read more