From March 16 to early April, the Wayne County Health Department cited 17 establishments for violations. One Richmond site accumulated 10 violations while a popular Hagerstown eatery had seven. Violations varied from improper food-source listings to blocked access to a hand sink. Fifty-nine received no violations. Violations No Violations Follow-Up Temporary
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Ballot preview: U.S. Congress, 6th district
In addition to various county offices on the May 5 primary ballot, candidates are seeking to represent the sixth congressional district, which includes Wayne County, in the U.S. House of Representatives. Republicans Jefferson Shreve, Indianapolis A businessman, the incumbent says he seeks to encourage economic development, cut federal spending, broaden border security and protect conservative […]
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PHOTOS: Student dreams take flight
Cassandra Addington, an emergency department nurse practitioner and flight nurse with Reid Health, talks with Northeastern Wayne Schools students after they watched a care flight helicopter land at the high school April 15. “I love being able to save lives with the skills and training I have,” she said. The spectacle was a part of […]
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WWN staff earn state journalism awards
Western Wayne News journalists and photographers received multiple honors in the Best in Indiana Journalism awards competition for work the newspaper published in 2025. Mike Emery earned first place in graphics and illustrations for a July 16 graphic detailing locations and updates for five housing subdivisions supported by a local housing accelerator program. The entry […]
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ECCR hosting community book fair
Every Child Can Read invites greater Wayne County to “feel like a kid again” for its Community Scholastic Book Fair April 24 and 25. Families are encouraged to embark on the nostalgic journey of browsing stories at the book fair, with all proceeds benefiting Every Child Can Read. The nonprofit organization builds literacy skills for […]
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Bulldog finishes first in civics bee
Centerville Junior High School’s Arianna Stevenson won first prize during the Friday, April 10, Regional National Civics Bee at Indiana University East. Bee organizers from Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce said Arianna excelled in both the quiz rounds and presenting an essay spotlighting a problem and solution. She spoke on the importance of revitalizing […]
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Cambridge City chamber, Main Street groups merging
Cambridge City Area Chamber of Commerce and Cambridge City Main Street organizations will combine into one group with a new name. According to a joint announcement at the chamber’s April 9 annual dinner, the two groups are formally joining to coordinate future community and economic development efforts. Their new name is Western Wayne Alliance. According […]
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Spring brings annual Birdathon, new Adventure Pass
Cope Environmental Center invites nature enthusiasts to register for its annual Birdathon. From May 1-17, participants can explore nature and raise funds to support the center’s educational and conservation efforts. Join as an individual or part of a team to count birds near your home, on vacation or along Cope’s own trails. Register as a […]
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Milton cemetery plans cleanup day
Milton Westside Cemetery has set spring cleanup dates around the time its plot price is increasing. Families are urged to remove old/faded grave decorations by May 1. The cemetery is at the corner of Izor and Walnut streets. A cemetery cleanup day is planned from 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, May 2. Rain date will be May […]
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Live bird swoops in on food inspections
The Wayne County Health Department cited 12 establishments for violations through inspections conducted from March 2 through March 13. Violations included a live bird inside an establishment, food item ingredients not properly labeled or date marked, and food allergens not listed. Eight establishments passed follow-up inspections, correcting previous violations. Twenty-nine establishments passed with no violations. […]