Wayne County teens can register for the next session of Workforce Initiative Network (WIN) starting March 6. The teen-centered program pays $100 for the first three weeks and $250 for the last four weeks. Participants job shadow with local businesses and learn about resume building, interviews and applications. Twenty seats are available. The program meets […]
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Wernle ends outpatient services, dismisses most staff
Following a Jan. 28 announcement that it was ending its residential treatment services, Wernle Youth & Family Treatment Center in Richmond said in a statement March 2 that it is also ending its outpatient services, dismissing its service staff and working to evaluate future opportunities. “The infrastructure needed to continue those services is cost prohibitive […]
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Future farmers feed breakfast
Clad in their traditional blue corduroy jackets, Hagerstown, Northeastern Wayne and Western Wayne FFA members organized the annual Wayne County FFA Farmers Breakfast. Guests gathered Wednesday, Feb. 21, at Wayne County Fairgrounds for a meal served by the students and a program celebrating National FFA Week. Opening ceremonies included President Kori Craig, Secretary Maggie Retherford […]
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Fountain City Forward announces eclipse events
Fountain City Forward has announced three events leading to the April 8 total solar eclipse. On April 6, Total Eclipse of the Art, a juried art competition will be at the Fountain City Lions Den, 600 W. Main St., Fountain City. Judging will occur at 9 a.m. and awards presented at 10 a.m. Shaun Dingwerth, […]
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Survey responses could boost social services at libraries
Volunteers are needed for an online survey about community needs, types of social services available and the role of public libraries. The survey needs to be completed before Feb. 29. Indiana University’s research team is conducting the survey at bit.ly/libraryss. The needs assessment will be used to develop a social service model in public libraries. […]
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Volunteers offer free tax help
Wayne County residents can now make appointments for free help with their tax forms in the coming weeks. A dozen AARP Certified Tax Aide volunteers are offering assistance through April 10 by appointment only at Morrisson-Reeves Library, 80 N. Sixth St., Richmond. Those seeking advice can call 765-203-1788 to reserve a time with a tax […]
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Centerville’s library closing Feb. 23-March 3
Centerville’s library will be closed from Feb. 23 through March 3 as part of its ongoing renovation. Director Curran Koehler said the use of polyurethane during those days would make it difficult to breathe in the building. Koehler said the library is expected to reopen March 4 for normal hours. The historic Jones Room renovation […]
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Schools receive help with athletic expenses
Ten high schools in Wayne, Fayette and Randolph counties recently received funding for athletic supplies to help prevent or care for sports-related injuries. Reid Health Community Benefit’s $11,000 total donation will reach 2,630 student-athletes this year. High schools receiving the donation included Centerville, Hagerstown, Lincoln, Northeastern, Richmond, Seton, Randolph Southern, Connersville, Union City and Winchester. […]
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Clock counts down to eclipse
A solar eclipse countdown clock is being unveiled as part of a celebration leading up to the historic event. Richmond/Wayne County Convention & Tourism Bureau and Primex Design & Fabrication are planning the celebration at 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 23, at Old National Road Welcome Center, 5701 National Road E., Richmond. Primex’s clock will travel […]
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When snow flies, run to the hills
Residents enjoyed the fresh snowfall over the weekend by heading to their favorite sledding spots. Roosevelt Hill in Richmond’s Glen Miller Park saw lots of activity, with people coasting and laughing on tubes, snowboards, sleds and more. Joshua Smith captured these photos for the Western Wayne News. Photos by Joshua Smith