https://www.growwabashcounty.com Grow Wabash County News Feed Thu, 12 Mar 2026 05:22:15 +0000 en-US https://www.growwabashcounty.com/news-and-resources/latest-news/p/item/66773/2026-gwc-ag-dinner-celebrates-brubaker-family-local-farming-community https://www.growwabashcounty.com/news-and-resources/latest-news/p/item/66773/2026-gwc-ag-dinner-celebrates-brubaker-family-local-farming-community Fri, 06 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Wabash County, IN (MARCH 6, 2026) – Grow Wabash County had the pleasure of celebrating the local ag community on Wednesday, March 4, during its annual Salute to Ag Dinner.Grow Wabash County and the Ag Committee were especially thrilled to be honoring the 2025 Farm Family of the year, the... https://www.growwabashcounty.com/news-and-resources/latest-news/p/item/66742/mocha-shine-to-celebrate-grand-opening-march-17 https://www.growwabashcounty.com/news-and-resources/latest-news/p/item/66742/mocha-shine-to-celebrate-grand-opening-march-17 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Wabash County, IN – Grow Wabash County is thrilled to welcome Mocha Shine to the community with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, March 17.“We are grateful to the Weaver family for their continued innovation and investment in our community, and we are thrilled to celebrate the upcoming ribbon cutting for... https://www.growwabashcounty.com/news-and-resources/latest-news/p/item/66705/wabash-county-high-school-students-visit-statehouse https://www.growwabashcounty.com/news-and-resources/latest-news/p/item/66705/wabash-county-high-school-students-visit-statehouse Tue, 03 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Wabash County, IN  – Grow Wabash County’s county-wide high school entrepreneurship and career focused program brought students to the Indiana Statehouse as part of the AIM (Accelerating Indiana’s Municipalities) Legislative Day Event, giving students an inspiring look at the future of business, entrepreneurship, and career opportunities in Indiana."It was impactful... https://www.growwabashcounty.com/news-and-resources/latest-news/p/item/66703/a-night-at-the-wabash-museum-makes-its-highly-anticipated-return https://www.growwabashcounty.com/news-and-resources/latest-news/p/item/66703/a-night-at-the-wabash-museum-makes-its-highly-anticipated-return Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Press release & graphic courtesy of Wabash County MuseumWabash, IN - The Wabash County Museum announces the return of A Night at the Wabash Museum, a members-only event which will take place on Friday, March 13 from 6-8PM. Inspired by the beloved Night at the Museum films, this exclusive after-hours... https://www.growwabashcounty.com/news-and-resources/community-and-investor-news/p/item/66635/gwc-to-celebrate-wabash-county-honor-students https://www.growwabashcounty.com/news-and-resources/community-and-investor-news/p/item/66635/gwc-to-celebrate-wabash-county-honor-students Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Wabash County, IN – Grow Wabash County invites community members to join in celebrating the outstanding academic achievements of Wabash County’s Class of 2026 at the annual Honor Student Luncheon on Thursday, April 9.This year’s luncheon will recognize graduating seniors whose future plans span a variety of fields, including business,... https://www.growwabashcounty.com/news-and-resources/latest-news/p/item/66776/wabash-county-museum-announces-spring-lineup-for-thursday-parlay-speakers-series https://www.growwabashcounty.com/news-and-resources/latest-news/p/item/66776/wabash-county-museum-announces-spring-lineup-for-thursday-parlay-speakers-series Tue, 24 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Release and graphic courtesy of Wabash County MuseumWabash, IN- The Wabash County Museum proudly unveils its upcoming lineup for The Thursday Parlay, a monthly speakers series dedicated to sharing captivating Wabash County topics and history. This FREE program is presented with support from Grandstaff-Hentgen Funeral Services and Bob Evans Restaurant,... https://www.growwabashcounty.com/news-and-resources/community-and-investor-news/p/item/66588/state-of-our-communities-leaves-audience-leaders-energized-for-whats-next https://www.growwabashcounty.com/news-and-resources/community-and-investor-news/p/item/66588/state-of-our-communities-leaves-audience-leaders-energized-for-whats-next Mon, 23 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Wabash County, IN (FEB. 23, 2026) – The theme for Grow Wabash County’s sold out ninth annual State of Our Communities event on Thursday, Feb. 19, centered being energized for the future of Wabash County.The community speakers featured were Cheryl Ross from the Wabash County Commissioners, Tracie Hensley from the... https://www.growwabashcounty.com/news-and-resources/community-and-investor-news/p/item/66546/parkview-wabash-hospital-selected-among-indiana-chamber-of-commerces-best-places-to-work https://www.growwabashcounty.com/news-and-resources/community-and-investor-news/p/item/66546/parkview-wabash-hospital-selected-among-indiana-chamber-of-commerces-best-places-to-work Tue, 17 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Press release and graphic courtesy of Parkview HealthWABASH, Ind. –  Parkview Wabash Hospital was recently named one of the 150 2026 Best Places to Work in Indiana.It’s the fifth time Parkview Wabash has made the statewide Best Places to Work list since 2018 and the second time in the past... https://www.growwabashcounty.com/news-and-resources/community-and-investor-news/p/item/66545/wabash-county-museum-announces-staff-promotions-and-growth https://www.growwabashcounty.com/news-and-resources/community-and-investor-news/p/item/66545/wabash-county-museum-announces-staff-promotions-and-growth Fri, 13 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Press release courtesy of Wabash County MuseumWabash, IN -— The Wabash County Museum is proud to announce recent staff promotions that reflect the organization’s continued growth and commitment to cultivating local talent.Among those promoted is Hope Schoening, who has been named Marketing Manager. Hope’s journey with the Museum began in... https://www.growwabashcounty.com/news-and-resources/community-and-investor-news/p/item/66487/nipsco-accepting-applications-for-2026-environmental-action-grant https://www.growwabashcounty.com/news-and-resources/community-and-investor-news/p/item/66487/nipsco-accepting-applications-for-2026-environmental-action-grant Tue, 10 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Press release courtesy of NIPSCOLocal organizations seeking funding for environmental initiatives invited to applyMERRILLVILLE, Ind. — Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC (NIPSCO), with support from the NiSource Charitable Foundation, is currently accepting applications for the 2026 Environmental Action Grant, an annual endowment awarded to local organizations to help fund... https://www.growwabashcounty.com/news-and-resources/community-and-investor-news/p/item/66486/hike-&-stargazing-experience-on-sale-now https://www.growwabashcounty.com/news-and-resources/community-and-investor-news/p/item/66486/hike-&-stargazing-experience-on-sale-now Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Press release courtesy of Visit Wabash CountyWabash, IND. -  Visit Wabash County officials announce a new outdoor experience. Tickets for Hike and Stargazing will go on sale online (www.visitwabashcounty.com) and in person (Welcome Center, 221 S Miami St, Wabash) on February 10 at noon.Sponsored by The Wabash County Izaak Walton... https://www.growwabashcounty.com/site-map/news/p/item/66329/wabash-county-celebrates-americas-250th-anniversary https://www.growwabashcounty.com/site-map/news/p/item/66329/wabash-county-celebrates-americas-250th-anniversary Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Press release courtesy of Visit Wabash CountyWabash, Ind. — Wabash County is preparing for a year-long celebration honoring America’s 250th anniversary, featuring a dynamic lineup of festivals, historical tours, engaging family activities, music, and community-wide events throughout 2026. From winter’s eagle watching trolley tours to summer block parties, memorable holiday... https://www.growwabashcounty.com/news-and-resources/community-and-investor-news/p/item/66488/ieda-announces-2026-leadership-zartman-joins-ieda-executive-committee https://www.growwabashcounty.com/news-and-resources/community-and-investor-news/p/item/66488/ieda-announces-2026-leadership-zartman-joins-ieda-executive-committee Tue, 20 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Press release courtesy of Indiana Economic Development AssociationINDIANAPOLIS, IN – At the Indiana Economic Development Association (IEDA) Annual Meeting this December, our community of practitioners came together not just to reflect on a year of progress, but to empower the leaders who will guide our shared mission forward.We are proud... https://www.growwabashcounty.com/site-map/news/p/item/66097/meet-the-wabash-county-historian-alec-guenin https://www.growwabashcounty.com/site-map/news/p/item/66097/meet-the-wabash-county-historian-alec-guenin Fri, 09 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Press release and photo courtesy of Wabash County Museum.Wabash, In. – As we kick off the new year, the Wabash County Museum invites the community to meet the Official Wabash County Historian, Alec Guenin, appointed by the Indiana Historical Society and the Indiana Historical Bureau.Alec is serving the second year... https://www.growwabashcounty.com/site-map/news/p/item/65475/dwi-announces-facade-grant-program https://www.growwabashcounty.com/site-map/news/p/item/65475/dwi-announces-facade-grant-program Wed, 12 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000 Press release courtesy of Downtown Wabash. Inc.WABASH, Ind. – “Downtown Wabash, Inc. is excited to announce a new façade grant program to benefit buildings in in the downtown Historic District,” according to Executive Director Mikka Hunt.The grant may be used to cover one-half (1/2) of expenses incurred for such things... https://www.growwabashcounty.com/site-map/news/p/item/65378/walkerhughes-strengthens-employee-benefits-offering-with-strategic-addition-of-brady-benefits https://www.growwabashcounty.com/site-map/news/p/item/65378/walkerhughes-strengthens-employee-benefits-offering-with-strategic-addition-of-brady-benefits Thu, 06 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000 Press release courtesy of WalkerHughes / Brady BenefitsFORT WAYNE, IN – WalkerHughes Insurance (“WalkerHughes”), a privately held, founder-led retail insurance brokerage headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, is pleased to announce the addition of Brady Benefits, a Fort Wayne-based Employee Benefits brokerage, to its growing Midwest platform.Brady Benefits, led by respected industry... https://www.growwabashcounty.com/site-map/news/p/item/65342/first-farmers-bank-&-trust-names-alexandria-roberts-as-new-wabash-branch-manager https://www.growwabashcounty.com/site-map/news/p/item/65342/first-farmers-bank-&-trust-names-alexandria-roberts-as-new-wabash-branch-manager Tue, 04 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000 Press release courtesy of First Farmers Bank & TrustWABASH, Ind. — First Farmers Bank & Trust is proud to announce Alexandria “Alex” Roberts as the new Branch Manager of its Wabash branch.In her new role, Roberts will oversee daily branch operations, lead the local team, ensure regulatory compliance, and maintain... https://www.growwabashcounty.com/site-map/news/p/item/65330/learn-more-center-receives-217282-grant-from-don-wood-foundation-to-develop-career-exploration-makerspace https://www.growwabashcounty.com/site-map/news/p/item/65330/learn-more-center-receives-217282-grant-from-don-wood-foundation-to-develop-career-exploration-makerspace Tue, 04 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000 Press release courtesy of Learn More CenterWABASH, Ind. – Learn More Center (LMC) is proud to announce it has received a $217,282 grant from the Don Wood Foundation to establish a Career Exploration Makerspace in Wabash County. The new space will serve as an innovative hub for leadership development, entrepreneurship... https://www.growwabashcounty.com/site-map/news/p/item/65298/metalx-and-commonwealth-rolled-products-announce-strategic-partnership-to-deliver-differentiated-aluminum-solutions https://www.growwabashcounty.com/site-map/news/p/item/65298/metalx-and-commonwealth-rolled-products-announce-strategic-partnership-to-deliver-differentiated-aluminum-solutions Fri, 31 Oct 2025 04:00:00 +0000 Press release courtesy of Metal XFort Wayne, IN and Lewisport, KY – MetalX, an independent metals recycling business, and Commonwealth Rolled Products, a leader in aluminum rolled products serving the automotive and industrial markets, today announced the signing of a definitive agreement to form a strategic partnership — marking a... https://www.growwabashcounty.com/site-map/news/p/item/65150/a-new-hub-for-adult-education-opens-in-wabash https://www.growwabashcounty.com/site-map/news/p/item/65150/a-new-hub-for-adult-education-opens-in-wabash Tue, 21 Oct 2025 04:00:00 +0000 The Learn More Center has opened a new adult education facility in Wabash County, designed to meet a growing demand for workforce training, high school equivalency preparation, and career-focused skill development. Classes in the new building began on August 11, with a ribbon-cutting and community open house scheduled for September... https://www.growwabashcounty.com/site-map/news/p/item/65046/2025-annual-dinner-celebrates-community-business-champions https://www.growwabashcounty.com/site-map/news/p/item/65046/2025-annual-dinner-celebrates-community-business-champions Fri, 10 Oct 2025 04:00:00 +0000 Wabash County, IN – Grow Wabash County hosted its 2025 Annual Dinner Celebration on Thursday, Oct. 9, to celebrate another incredible year of growth in Wabash County and to recognize some of Grow Wabash County’s greatest champions and supporters.The event was emceed by Roderick Schram, who kept the show running... https://www.growwabashcounty.com/site-map/news/p/item/64890/help-restore-the-little-red-caboose-museum-seeks-community-support https://www.growwabashcounty.com/site-map/news/p/item/64890/help-restore-the-little-red-caboose-museum-seeks-community-support Thu, 02 Oct 2025 04:00:00 +0000 Release courtesy of Wabash County MuseumWABASH COUNTY, IN __The Wabash County Museum proudly announces the launch of a fundraising campaign to restore the interior of its beloved New York Central Caboose, No. 19480. This 1920s-era caboose has long been a community landmark and centerpiece of the Museum’s educational programming. Now,... https://www.growwabashcounty.com/site-map/news/p/item/64889/destination-wabash-county-announces-great-march-cleanup https://www.growwabashcounty.com/site-map/news/p/item/64889/destination-wabash-county-announces-great-march-cleanup Wed, 01 Oct 2025 04:00:00 +0000 Release courtesy of Destination Wabash CountyWabash County, IN – Destination Wabash County is partnering with leaders throughout Wabash County to organize a county-wide roadway and litter clean-up initiative in March 2026. This effort aims to bring together community leaders, organizations, and volunteers to make a visible impact on Wabash County’s... https://www.growwabashcounty.com/site-map/news/p/item/64821/bridging-generational-divides-strengthens-business-growth-in-wabash-county https://www.growwabashcounty.com/site-map/news/p/item/64821/bridging-generational-divides-strengthens-business-growth-in-wabash-county Mon, 29 Sep 2025 04:00:00 +0000 Change is one of the few things that are constant in all aspects of life. And, workplace culture is shifting as more Baby Boomers retire, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z workers replace them. These groups often approach communication, technology, and leadership differently. If businesses ignore these differences, the result... https://www.growwabashcounty.com/site-map/news/p/item/63838/an-affordable-path-to-housing https://www.growwabashcounty.com/site-map/news/p/item/63838/an-affordable-path-to-housing Mon, 28 Jul 2025 04:00:00 +0000 Modular Homes Offer a Smarter, Faster, More Affordable Path to HousingModular housing is too often misunderstood. When people hear the word “modular,” many picture a mobile home or a shipping container unit. But that’s not what’s on the table. True modular homes are built to the same codes, undergo the...