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Downtown Wabash Inc. announces economic vitality accomplishments

WABASH, IN- Downtown Wabash, Inc. is proud to share a series of recent accomplishments that reflect continued investment, collaboration, and momentum in the downtown district. Over the past year, DWI has taken meaningful steps to strengthen the downtown environment for businesses, property owners, and visitors alike. Key highlights include: ● Comprehensive Building Audit Completed DWI … Read more

Harpist Anna Hagen to perform Celtic Music Concert at Timbercrest

NORTH MANCHESTER, IN — The community is invited to enjoy an enchanting afternoon of Celtic music featuring harpist Anna Hagen on Friday, March 13 at 2:00 p.m. in the Timbercrest Senior Living Community Assembly Room. Anna Hagen began playing the harp professionally at just fourteen years old, performing for weddings, open houses, and special events. … Read more

Peru District investigates fatal vehicle accident on State Road 15

WABASH COUNTY, IN- The Indiana State Police are investigating a crash between two passenger vehicles that occurred on February 22, 2026, at the junction of State Road 15 and County Road 700 South, claiming the life of one individual. A preliminary investigation by Senior Trooper Dustin Rutledge indicates that shortly after 1:00 p.m., a 2007 … Read more

State of Our Communities leaves audience, leaders energized for what’s next

Wabash County, IN– The theme for Grow Wabash County’s sold out ninthannual State of Our Communities event on Thursday, Feb. 19, centered being energized forthe future of Wabash County. The community speakers featured were Cheryl Ross from the Wabash County Commissioners,Tracie Hensley from the Town of LaFontaine, Andrew King from the Town of Lagro, AdamPenrod … Read more

Fire on Marion VA Medical Center Campus

MARION, IN – On Saturday, February 21, 2026, a fire was reported at approximately 6:30 a.m. on the Marion VA Medical Center campus in engineering buildings 51, 52, 53. Local Marion Fire Departments responded to the fire and contained it.  The cause of the fire is under investigation.  Local fire investigators are on the scene. There … Read more

Beech Grove Police Department announces funeral arrangements for Officer Elliott

BEECH GROVE, IN – The Beech Grove Police Department has announced the funeral arrangements for Officer Brian Elliott. Officer Elliott was fatally wounded in the line of duty Monday, February 16, 2026, responding to a domestic disturbance. Visitation Information: Celebration of Life: Procession with ceremonial honors: Both the visitation and celebration of life is open to … Read more

Detained convicted felon passes away at Miami Correctional Facility

MIAMI COUNTY, IN— This from ice.gov: Lorth Sim, a 59-year-old convicted felon from Cambodia, died in ICE custody Feb. 16 at Miami Correctional Facility in Miami County. Staff found him unresponsive in his cell, and he was pronounced dead at 7:10 a.m. despite lifesaving efforts by facility staff and EMS. His cause of death is … Read more

INDOT awards $179.8 million to local communities for infrastructure improvements

INDIANAPOLIS- The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) announced today that $179.8 million in federal transportation funding is being awarded to 50 cities, towns, and counties in rural portions of Indiana to invest in local road and bridge improvements and sidewalk projects. For this latest round of funding, rural communities will design, develop and purchase right-of-way … Read more

Troopers investigate fatal crash in Grant County

GRANT COUNTY, IN- Today, February 16, 2026, shortly after 12:15 p.m., officers from the Indiana State Police, the Grant County Sheriff’s Office, Taylor University Police Department, and Van Buren Police Department responded to an injury-involved crash on County Road 600 South near County Road 1150 East, in Grant County, IN. This crash resulted in one … Read more