Dublin Town Council seeks to fill a total of four openings on boards that make decisions about land use and wastewater treatment. Those interested should submit a letter of interest explaining their qualifications and reasons for applying by 4 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 13. Two openings are on the town’s plan commission, with terms concluding Dec. […]
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Safe Christmas tree disposal
Three organizations are providing Christmas tree disposal this holiday season. Whether real or artificial, the decorative centerpiece should be recycled safely.
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New doors open for business in county
A baker’s dozen of new businesses joined the Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce, celebrating their official initiation with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. From food and leisure to health and wellness services, new businesses for every aspect of life are available in Wayne County. For its third location in the state, Centerstone opened a Stride Center […]
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Public meetings for Dec. 29 through Jan. 8
Monday, Dec. 29 Tuesday, Dec. 30 Monday, Jan. 5 Tuesday, Jan. 6 Wednesday, Jan. 7 Thursday, Jan. 8 Meeting details can change with little notice, especially around the holidays. Contact the hosting organization to confirm time, location and agenda.
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Richmond Fire selects its Firefighter of the Year
Alex Young, a firefighter and paramedic, received Richmond Fire Department’s Firefighter of the Year award Dec. 13 for his dedication, loyalty, productivity and professionalism. According to a news release, Young completed hazardous materials, ropes, confined space and fire investigator classes. He also graduated from the Reid Health paramedic class, receiving an award as outstanding preceptor. […]
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Labels, lids and a little coughing: Health inspections serve up mixed results
Wayne County Health Department found one market with 10 violations and restaurants with as many as four issues during recent routine inspections. Inspectors found a total of 22 issues during visits to local food establishments. The classification of being in or out of compliance replaces the health department’s previous terminology of critical and noncritical violations. […]
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Nettle Creek Schools praises community’s generosity
Amid financial strain and uncertainty for many residents, the Nettle Creek Schools community has stepped up to support its students and families. Superintendent Emily Schaeffer praised the “exceptional” support during the Dec. 10 school board meeting at Hagerstown Elementary. Schaeffer shared how the school prepared 244 weekend backpack meals for students via donations and was […]
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Community events from Dec. 17 through Dec. 31
Ongoing holiday events Wednesday, Dec. 17 Thursday, Dec. 18 Dec. 18-21 Friday, Dec. 19 Dec. 19-21 Saturday, Dec. 20 Sunday, Dec. 21 Monday, Dec. 22 Dec. 22-23, 29-31 Friday, Dec. 26 Saturday, Dec. 27 Wednesday, Dec. 31 Nonprofits can send events to contact@westernwaynenews.com for publication consideration. Please send events at least two weeks in advance.
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Public meetings for Dec. 17-23
Wednesday, Dec. 17 Thursday, Dec. 18 Tuesday, Dec. 23 Meeting details can change with little notice, especially around the holidays. Contact the hosting organization to confirm time, location and agenda.
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RHS graduates selected as 2025’s Lingle Scholars
Two Richmond High graduates have been selected as this year’s Paul and Pat Lingle Scholars at Indiana University East. Ramsey Cartee and Evelyn Goss received the scholarship award that will continue through their four-year programs. Recipients of the scholarship are incoming freshmen enrolled in the IU East Honors Programs. Participants must have a GPA of […]