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Odin Resident Margaret A. Mainer Passes Away at 75

Longtime Walmart employee and supporter of veterans was active in her community

IMS and Big Brothers Big Sisters Launch 500 Bigs by Indy 500 Campaign

Volunteer drive aims to recruit 500 new mentors ahead of Indianapolis 500 race

Local Nonprofit 'Out of a Jam' Appoints New Executive Director

Meegan Siegwarth takes over leadership role from founders Bernie and Paula Kaufman.

Longtime Benton Resident and Musician Charles Wilburn Wheeler Jr. Passes Away

Wheeler worked as a foreman and founded the original Rolling Country Band.

Community Spirit Shines: 'Relive the Night' Gala raises record-breaking $128,533 for cancer services

The annual event has now donated over $308,000 to Lawrence County Cancer Patient Services in just five years.

Kokomo Residents Connie Ruth Johnson and Latasha Sharee Love Remembered

Obituaries highlight lives of dedication, family, and community

Lugar Plaza officially becomes Indianapolis city park

New rules, programming, and safety measures come with the designation

Mary Rasmussen, NWI Cardboard Boat Race Icon, Remembered by Community

Family says Rasmussen, 55, left behind countless memories through her love of holidays, community involvement, and the annual Cedar Lake Summerfest tradition.

Longtime Frankfort Resident Boyd H. Allen Garrison Dies at 84

Garrison was a veteran, electrician, and skilled craftsman who enjoyed fishing, riding, and restoring old vehicles and guns.

Indiana State Museum opens 'Indy A to Z' exhibit

The display will explore the Indianapolis experience, covering 26 topics based on letters of the alphabet.

Longtime Dahlgren Resident Janet K. Hook Passes Away at 81

Hook was an active member of the Dahlgren Community Chapel and dedicated to her family.

Waynetown Announces 2026 Festival Dates

Annual events include Street Festival, Freedom Fest, Fish Fry, and more

Indiana State Police Master Trooper Retires After 26 Years

Tim Weisenberger, a native of French Lick, is praised for his work ethic and mentorship of younger troopers.

Daniel L. Clay, 56, Dies at Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital

The Syracuse resident passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026.

James Anthony 'Tony' Plano, Odon Businessman, Dies at 58

Plano, known for his cleaning and power-washing company, is remembered for his dedication to family and the outdoors.

Michael Allen Hill, 52, Passes Away in Salem

The longtime Salem resident was remembered as a loving father, grandfather, brother, and uncle.

Frankfort Man Michael Brindle Dies at 30

Brindle passed away at IU Health Arnett Hospital in Lafayette on February 19, 2026.

Longtime Educator 'Mr. Gary' Dies at 74

Gary Dale Tucker, a fixture in the Hamilton County Schools system, is remembered for his warm spirit and dedication to his community.

Longtime Truck Driver and Devoted Grandfather Steve Smith Passes Away at 73

Smith was remembered as a loving family man and avid Chicago Bears and IU fan.

Muncie Mission Ministries hosts 22nd-annual 'Walk a Mile in My Shoes' event

The annual community event raised over $185,000, increasing awareness of unhoused populations in Muncie.