Three food establishments were dinged for 15 or more flies and gnats last month, with one having to provide pest test results as follow-up. Other concerns included no employee handwashing signage at sinks, unlabeled spray bottles and a reach-in cooler needing repairs. Violations Follow-Up No Violations Cambridge City: Dougherty Orchards; J&M Poultry Farm New Paris, […]
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PHOTOS: Trick-or-treat on Main Street
Families trick-or-treat Thursday, Oct. 29, along East Main Street in Richmond. More than 60 Main Street and Depot District businesses participated in the Urban Enterprise Association-sponsored event by providing treats. Joshua Smith captured these photos for the Western Wayne News.
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Fall property tax payments due Nov. 10
Fall property tax installments are due at 11:59 p.m. Nov. 10. Wayne County Treasurer Beth Fields said in a news release that payments may be made at the treasurer’s office in the Wayne County Administration Building, 401 E. Main St., Richmond, or in the drop box located outside the building at the east end of […]
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PHOTOS: Creepy creatures aren’t so scary
Children were introduced to a variety of creatures to see, learn about and even touch during a Not-So-Scary Scary Animal Show held on Oct. 20 at Morrisson-Reeves Library in Richmond. The animal show was preceded by a Friendly Spooky Storytime during MRL’s weekly Kids Corner activities for ages 6-12. November’s story times for older children, […]
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Holiday aid programs seek participants, donors
At least three deadlines are nearing to give or receive help for a few holiday aid programs benefiting Wayne County children. Additional programs typically ramp up in November, and Western Wayne News will share more information as it becomes available. Salvation Army Families across Wayne County are encouraged to begin gathering information needed to apply […]
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Family foundation awards $339,740 in 25th year
The Stamm Koechlein Family Foundation announced $339,740 in grants for its 2026-27 cycle, marking its 25th year of grant-making aimed at improving the lives of youth in Wayne County and beyond. In a cycle that made awards to 28 organizations, the foundation expanded its school partnerships beyond elementaries to include Richmond Community Schools middle schools […]
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Concession counter cockroaches create concern
Sixteen temporary permits signal the fall festival season in food inspections. The savory and sweet food options balance out the 16 establishments cited for a variety of violations, including a swath of drain flies, soiled shelving and cooking areas, and two customer complaints. Violations Complaints Follow-Up No Violations Cambridge City: Fuelmaster No. 1901 Hagerstown: Dale’s […]
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Big band raising big bucks for youth
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 […]