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 […]
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Photos: Dinosaur deputy scoots to 2nd victory
Wayne County Sheriff’s Deputy Brad Dwenger defended his Safety Village Grand Prix title May 15 during the second year of Birth to Five’s event at Safety Village of Wayne County. Eight participants wearing inflatable costumes raced scooters around the Safety Village streets. In a battle of dinosaur inflatables, Dwenger beat Megan Lamb in the championship […]
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Public meetings for May 21-28
Wednesday, May 21 Thursday, May 22 Tuesday, May 27 Wednesday, May 28 Meeting details can change with little notice, contact the hosting organization to confirm time, location and agenda.
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Hayes Arboretum seeks ideas via open house, survey
Through an online survey and an open house, Hayes Arboretum welcomes residents’ suggestions to plan its next 15 years. Arboretum staff are promoting an open house to gather community input for its comprehensive master plan. Participants may stop by the Nature Center between 4:30-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 28, at 801 Elks Road, Richmond. Area residents […]
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Apollo code developer receiving honorary doctorate
Margaret Hamilton, who was featured in a LEGO set celebrating Women of NASA, will be awarded an honorary Doctor of Science during Earlham College’s commencement on Saturday, May 17. Earlham officials say they’re recognizing Hamilton for her groundbreaking contributions to science, technology and space exploration. Hamilton’s degree will be awarded in absentia because the 1958 […]