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Honeywell Arts & Entertainment award nominees honored by Arts United

WABASH, IN– Honeywell Arts & Entertainment recently nominated two team members for recognition by Arts United of Greater Fort Wayne. Kristi Unger, Director of Education at Honeywell Arts & Entertainment, and Susan Keefer, longtime volunteer and music educator, were selected to receive an Arts United Award acknowledging their leadership, accomplishments, and impact on students and … Read more

Captain Matt Benson receives state and local honors for heroism

WABASH, IN- The Wabash Police Department is proud to announce that Captain Matt Benson received the Indiana House of Representatives District Declaration Award, presented by State Representative Lorissa Sweet, in recognition of his actions in the line of duty. Captain Benson was also honored as the Wabash Elks Citizen of the Year. During the incident, … Read more

Learn how to recognize phishing texts, fraudulent messages

INDIANAPOLIS- Recently, there’s been an increase in phishing texts and email scams claiming to be sent by a court saying that recipients must immediately pay fines for toll road violations or appear for a hearing. These messages may look authentic and use official-sounding language, but they are scams meant to steal financial and personal information. … Read more

National Weather Service to survey severe thunderstorms in Wabash and Huntington Counties

SYRACUSE, IN (WANE) – This from wane.com: The National Weather Service office in Northern Indiana willconduct a survey of damage associated with thunderstorms from near La Fontaine to southeast of Banquo in Wabash and Huntington counties. The survey is in relation to the severe thunderstorms that moved through the area on Thursday night, March 26. … Read more

Shooting in Marion leads to attempted murder warrant

MARION, IN- At approximately 6:14 p.m. on March 24, 2026, Grant County Central Dispatch received reports of a person shot near the intersection of 30th Street and Hamaker Street. When officers arrived, they learned the victim had already been transported by a private vehicle to Marion Health. Police located the victim suffering from a gunshot … Read more

Paradise Spring to celebrate 200 years with multiple events

WABASH, IN- On October 23, 1826, a Treaty was signed at Paradise Spring between the Miami Nation and the US Government that allowed for a canal to be built through northern Indiana that would open this part of the state for settlement and lead to the beginning of the future City of Wabash. To commemorate … Read more

Community Foundation of Wabash County Philanthropist of the Year nominations still being accepted

WABASH COUNTY, IN- The Community Foundation of Wabash County is seeking nominations for their Philly for Philanthropist of the Year. This award honors an individual or family that has exhibited significant charitable giving, stewardship, volunteerism, and leadership in the community. The Philanthropist of the Year sets an example and inspires others to give. The awardee … Read more

Discover the Outdoors field trip grant application open

IN- Educators interested in taking K-12 students on field trips to an Indiana State Parks property in the 2026-2027 school year can receive financial help through the Indiana Natural Resources Foundation (INRF).  Field trips offer students hands-on opportunities to learn about Indiana’s fish, forests, wildlife, natural habitats, and their conservation, as well as the state’s rich history … Read more

Kokomo woman charged with attempted murder of Letter Carrier

KOKOMO, IN- On March 24, 2026, at approximately 6:12p.m., Kokomo Police Officers were dispatched to a stabbing that had just occurred in the 800-block of North Main Street. Upon officers’ arrival, they located a female United States Post Office Letter Carrier suffering from multiple stab wounds. A description was given of the suspect and the … Read more

Wabash Cannonball Chili for Charity Cook-Off returns October 17, 2026 — Charity Funding Applications now open

WABASH, IN — Get ready for one of the community’s most exciting and flavorful events of the year! The Wabash Cannonball Chili for Charity Cook-Off is officially set for Saturday, October 17, 2026, and organizers are thrilled to announce that charity funding applications are now available online. Local nonprofits and charitable organizations are invited to … Read more