A company known for making packaging has moved its paper tubes division to a new location in Richmond. With more space, Vandor Corp. officials say the relocation of its Progress Paper Tubes division to 3800 W. Industries Road provides opportunities for increased production and additional core and tube winding equipment. Vandor makes packaging for continuously […]
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PHOTOS: Bard Room hosts Bard’s ‘Macbeth’
Kentucky Shakespeare touring cast of William Shakespeare’s “Macbeth” performed in Richmond on May 22. Weather forced the performance from Elstro Plaza inside Morrisson-Reeves Library’s Bard Room. Joshua Smith took these photos of the event for WWN:
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Public meetings for May 28 through June 5
Wednesday, May 28 Thursday, May 29 Monday, June 2 Tuesday, June 3 Wednesday, June 4 Thursday, June 5 Meeting details can change with little notice, contact the hosting organization to confirm time, location and agenda.
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Community events from May 28 through June 24
Wednesday, May 28 Thursday, May 29 May 28-June 1 Thursday, May 29 May 30-31 Saturday, May 31 Sunday, June 1 Monday, June 2 Tuesday, June 3 Wednesday, June 4 Thursday, June 5 Friday, June 6 June 7-8 Saturday, June 7 Sunday, June 8 Monday, June 9 Tuesday, June 10 Wednesday, June 11 Thursday, June 12 […]
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Blue Regiment, 500 princess parade in Indy
Alex Palou won the 109th Indianapolis 500 today, and was the first Spanish driver to do so. But from Wayne County’s perspective, musicians and color guard students from our area were the stars of the weekend’s festivities. Centerville’s Blue Regiment musicians and color guard (above), along with several Wayne County students in the National Band […]
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WWS conducting online survey during superintendent search
Western Wayne Schools’ board has created an online survey to gather feedback for its superintendent search. It’s open to all community members with internet access, not just current WWS parents. Responses are due May 30. The board approved Superintendent Andy Stover’s resignation at its April 24 meeting, and aims to select a replacement by July […]
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Reid awards funds to 19 groups
Reid Health Community Engagement has awarded 19 organizations a total of $100,000 during its first 2025 grant cycle. The focus during this grant cycle is mental, emotional and behavioral well-being by improving mental health and reducing substance misuse, according to a news release. Funded organizations serve Fayette, Franklin, Henry, Randolph, Union and Wayne counties, plus […]
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Photos: Townsend Community Center block party
The Townsend Community Center, Inc. held a block party on Saturday, May 17. Attendees gathered for community, fun and face painting. The center, located on North 10th Street in Richmond, provides recreational, social and wellness programs to enhance the quality of life for individuals and families of all ages. Chris Hardie took these photos of […]
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New labels, same food safety violations
Inspectors reported 36 items found out of compliance during recent routine inspections of local food establishments. The classification of being in or out of compliance replaces previous health department terminology of critical and non-critical violations. Compliance is based on the number of risk factor or intervention violations, and whether there are repeated issues. The violations […]
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Photos: Parade honors vets
Centerville volunteers organized another Armed Forces Day parade on Saturday, May 17. Area veterans, organizations and first responders joined along the U.S. 40 route, and many tossed candy to children. Grand marshal Jim Howell received several handshakes from former students, as well as a quilt, plaque and mug at Maplewood Park. Millicent Martin Emery took […]