Richmond Jazz Orchestra and Kiwanis Club of Richmond are combining to raise funds to benefit young people at their fifth annual musical gathering at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17. The musicians are volunteering their time for “Big Band Saturday Night 5,” which includes danceable hits from the 1940s through 1980s. Tickets are $30 per person. […]
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Volunteer firefighters transition to new communications system
Wayne County’s 12 volunteer fire departments have begun using a new radio system designed to improve communication during an emergency. The switch from VHF radio frequencies to the statewide Hoosier SAFE-T digital network results from a three-year, $3.5 million project prioritized during the county’s participation in the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs’ Hoosier […]
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PHOTOS: Girls Inc.: Back home again
After a March storm tore the roof off its gym and forced it out of its Richmond building, Girls Inc. of Wayne County found temporary shelter at the Richmond Senior Center. With repairs now complete, the girls and staff celebrated moving back home during an Oct. 8 open house. Joshua Smith captured these photos for […]
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Double-digit violations found in food inspections
A Richmond establishment gathered 13 violations in the latest food inspection report. Citations included malfunctioning faucets, soiled work areas and employee uniform, and improperly stored food. Violations Follow-Up No Violations Centerville: Rose Hamilton Elementary School Cambridge City: Back 40 Grocery; Recovery Works Hagerstown: Hagerstown Elementary Richmond: B&F Plastics; Belden Distribution; Tranzonic Companies; Johns Manville; Hill’s […]
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RSO begins search for executive director
Monica Koechlein, who has served as executive director of Richmond Symphony Orchestra for nearly 13 years, is stepping down. RSO’s board announced Koechlein’s late November departure in a Sept. 28 news release. Koechlein will continue overseeing logistics for two upcoming concerts. “The Family Adventure” at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 11, is designed especially for families. […]
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PHOTO: Centerville Homecoming court
Centerville Senior High School’s jungle-inspired Homecoming parade theme, “Can’t Tame the Bulldogs,” foreshadowed the football team’s 62-20 victory over Rushville. CSHS’ Class of 2030 won the float competition at the Sept. 25 parade. Homecoming festivities also included a door decorating contest and dance. Senior court members are King Eli Walther, Queen Camilla Waters, Cohen Pierce, […]
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PHOTOS: Lincoln Homecoming court
Lincoln High School’s Homecoming court includes, from left, Rayne Morris, Caden Alvarez, Abby Myers, Johnny Fugate, Princess Kendra Flores, Jasper Irwin, Aeri Lehman, Izzy Gross, Prince Billy McKeown, Charlotte Marks, Queen Riley Morrell, Mackenzie McPheeters, Caydin Gumm, Kinley Puckett and Brenlin Ulerick. Logan Gambill was king. Additional court members not pictured are Kyler Smith and […]
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Chamber encourages food exploration
Several Wayne County eateries are participating in Restaurant Week and/or Flavor of Wayne County festivities. Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce is offering its annual food sampling and live music event called Flavor of Wayne County at 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9. It’s open to ages 21-plus and will take place in a new location […]
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Candidate Q&A: Cinde Wirth
Cynthia (Cinde) Wirth is running for Indiana House District 6 as a Democratic candidate in the 2026 general election. Bio highlights: I am a biologist, educator, researcher and small-business owner from Columbus, Indiana. A first-generation college graduate, I earned a bachelor’s degree in biology and Spanish, University of Evansville in 1992; a master’s degree in […]
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Candidate Q&A: Jefferson Shreve
Jefferson Scott Shreve is running for Indiana House District 6 as a Republican candidate in the 2026 general election. Bio highlights: I earned my bachelor’s degree from Indiana University, a master’s in international studies from the University of London, and an MBA in agribusiness from Purdue University. I founded Storage Express and grew it from a […]