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Mary K. Behny

Mary K. Behny, age 94, of Peru, Indiana, went to be with her Lord on April 8th, 2025. Mary was born April 25, 1930 in Portageville, Missouri, to Burr and Ethel Rose. On September 25, 1959, she married Donald G. Behny, who has awaited her arrival in Heaven, with great granddaughter GraceLynn Rae Hall, brothers … Read more

Dustin James Nickles

Dustin James Nickles, 35, of Wabash, Indiana, died on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, in Wabash. He was born on August 9, 1989, in Erie, Pennsylvania. Dustin was a U.S. Army veteran and was driven by his work. He enjoyed his work in construction and took pride in doing home renovations and working on cars. Dustin … Read more

Stephanie Dawn Brown Metz

Stephanie Dawn Brown Metz, 52, of Rusk, Texas, died at 8:57 pm, Friday, April 4, 2025, at the CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital in Tyler, Texas.  She was born on January 2, 1973, in Wabash, Indiana, to Michael and Dawn (Thompson) Brown. Stephanie was a 1991 Southwood High School graduate. She married Todd Metz in Jacksonville, … Read more

Marilyn M. Lightle

Marilyn M. Lightle, 91, of Marion, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family at 9:01 pm on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at Century Villa Health Care & Rehabilitation in Greentown. Born in Kokomo, Indiana, on May 5, 1933, to Renzie and Floda (Wilhoit) Mason, Marilyn lived a life full of love and dedication. Marilyn graduated … Read more

Mitsuko Stanley

Mitsuko Stanley, 77, Marion, passed away at 5:57 pm on Sunday, April 6, 2025, with family by her side. She was born in Shizuoka-Ken, Japan, on Saturday, January 17, 1948.   Mitsuko was a 1966 graduate of Hitachi #2 High School in Ibaragi-Ken, Japan.  She then decided to attend Dentists’ Assistant School attached to Tokyo … Read more

FAFSA application deadline April 15

INDIANAPOLIS- As the end of the academic year approaches, many graduating high school students are preparing to continue their education through various programs, whether it be a certificate, associate or bachelor’s degree. Financial aid can play a crucial role in making these opportunities more accessible, and a key resource available is the Free Application for … Read more

Honeywell Arts & Entertainment announces seven new performances

WABASH, IN– Honeywell Arts & Entertainment adds seven shows to its lineup at the Honeywell Center and the Eagles Theatre. Tickets go on sale Friday, April 18, at 10 a.m. and will be available online at honeywellarts.org or by calling the Honeywell Box Office at 260.563.1102. Feelin’ Groovy – Sat., August 30 at 7:30 p.m. at the Eagles … Read more

Splash Pad Coming Soon in Clifford Townsend Park

(Marion, IN) Apr. 10th, 2025 – Just outside downtown along the Mississinewa Riverwalk, there will soon be a “splash pad” in Clifford Townsend Park – a water feature to enhance the quality of life for residents in Marion. The City is beginning the bidding process for construction of the splash pad, with construction expected to … Read more