The annual Wayne County FFA Farmers Breakfast was held on Wednesday, Feb. 19, at the First Bank Kuhlman Center in Richmond. The Hagerstown, Northeastern Wayne and Western Wayne FFA chapters hosted the annual agricultural event. Following breakfast, FFA member Brooke Stuart introduced members of the guest panel. Featured guests included: Veterinarian Greg Kurtz, Dalla King, […]
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Youth sports sign-up deadlines approaching
Several Wayne County nonprofit youth sports organizations are concluding their registration for summer programs in the coming days. Some organizations can offer information about financial assistance upon request. Nonprofits are invited to send information about upcoming activities to contact@westernwaynenews.com.
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Food safety down the drain: inspectors discover issues
Inspectors discovered nine critical and nine noncritical violations during recent routine inspections of local food establishments. The violations include unsanitary employee practices, dirty equipment and improper procedures in food preparation areas. Establishments are required to post the most recent routine inspection form adjacent to the front public entrance for potential customers to view. Wayne County […]
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Chamber offers murder mystery dinner
A murder mystery dinner is planned in March in Wayne County, and there’s also suspense in finding out who will be recognized for community service that night. Cambridge City Area Chamber of Commerce is offering the 1940s-themed “The Haunted Train” mystery as part of its annual dinner. All area residents are invited. Social time begins […]
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Auditions planned for ‘Les Mis,’ ‘Little Shop of Horrors’
Richmond Civic Theatre is planning auditions for a radio show of “Les Miserables” and a stage production of “Little Shop of Horrors.” Tryouts for “Little Shop” are at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22 and 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 23 at RCT’s Annex, 13 S. 10th St. Audition materials are available at gorct.org/auditions. The musical about […]
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Valentine fundraisers benefit animals, more
At least four organizations are offering Valentine-related fundraisers or promotions in February. Nonprofits can send information about their programs and events to contact@westernwaynenews.com for publication consideration.
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Stride Crisis Center and mobile unit to open Feb. 14
A new 24/7 mental health and substance abuse crisis center and mobile crisis unit will enable all residents within 60 miles of Richmond to access immediate care. Centerstone has received a capital grant of up to $50,000 from Indiana United Ways to develop a new Stride Crisis Center at 816 Dillon Drive in Richmond. The […]
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Fountain City volunteers plan for 2025
Fountain City residents are invited to learn about 2025 opportunities and reflect on 2024 projects for their community. Fountain City Forward is planning a community meeting at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 6, at the Lions Club’s building, 600 W. Main St. Upcoming events and volunteer opportunities include stewardship of new concrete planters placed throughout town […]
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‘1619 Project’ creator speaking in Richmond
Nikole Hannah-Jones, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and creator of “The 1619 Project,” will give a free talk in Richmond. The program starts at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19, in Earlham College’s Goddard Auditorium in Carpenter Hall, 801 National Road W. Admission is free for the community. No tickets are required. Her visit includes a 75-minute […]
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Club honors caring citizens
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Wayne County recognized community members and organizations for their support during 2024. Those receiving awards during the Jan. 21 dinner at Forest Hills Country Club were: Khalia, the club’s 2024 Youth of the Year, shared her club journey for attendees. “I have had the opportunity to share my story, […]