Richmond’s Historic Preservation Commission begins a six-part series of workshops March 16. The free workshops are designed to inform the public how to properly repair, maintain and preserve historic homes and buildings, according to a news release. Each workshop will be from 9 a.m. to noon the third Saturday of the month at the William […]
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Blood donors come together to remember Cambridge City baby
The 12th annual Cooper Newton Memorial Blood Drive continued a family tradition of honoring each “heavenly birthday” of their son. Cooper received multiple blood transfusions before dying at 7 months from a genetic disorder. His parents, Clint and Beth Newton of Cambridge City, sponsored the first drive in 2013 to cherish his memory and to […]
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Pollinator protection, crops program planned
Those interested in conservation and/or pollinator protection can learn more at an upcoming free workshop. Wayne County Soil & Water District and Purdue Extension-Wayne County are teaming to offer the Conservation Focus Workshop and Private Applicator Recertification Program (PARP) training from 9 a.m.-noon Thursday, March 21. The program takes place in Wayne County Fairgrounds’ First […]
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20th Women’s Fund auction needs artwork donations
The Women’s Fund of Wayne County Foundation is gathering donations of works by any local or regional artist for its 20th annual luncheon and silent auction. This year’s event, “Illuminating Paths: 20 Years and Beyond,” begins at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, April 13, in Richmond’s Forest Hills Country Club, 2169 S. 23rd St. Since the […]
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PBS airing TV program about Hagerstown
Stories about Hagerstown will be shared on March 14 when Ball State PBS airs the next installment in its series highlighting small towns and cities. “Now Entering … Hagerstown,” a video scrapbook of its people, places and history as seen through the eyes of its residents, premieres live at 8 p.m. Thursday, March 14, on Ball State PBS. It will […]
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Community orchestra performing March 10
Richmond Community Orchestra will perform a medley of music at its early spring concert on Sunday, March 10. The performance begins at 3:30 p.m. in Goddard Auditorium in Earlham College’s Carpenter Hall, 801 National Road W., Richmond. Musicians have been rehearsing works including “Sleeping Beauty Waltz” by Pyotr Tchaikovsky; “Joyeuse March” by Emmanuel Chabrier; “Scherzo” from Symphony […]
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Barrett receives award for public health support
State Rep. Brad Barrett was recently honored with a State Health Commissioner Award for his support of public health in Indiana. Barrett (R-Richmond), who represents District 56, is the chair of the House Public Health Committee and sponsored Health First Indiana legislation passed during 2023 that made a historic investment in Indiana public health, according […]
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Teens can get paid to learn about workforce
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 […]