Wayne County Future Farmers of America members serve breakfast Wednesday, Feb. 25, during the annual Farmers Breakfast at the Wayne County Fairgrounds in Richmond. The breakfast also featured a panel discussion, highlighting recent graduates and student moderators. Joshua Smith captured these photos for the Western Wayne News.
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Food inspectors find spills, chills and warm queso
The Wayne County Health Department conducted food inspections for 64 establishments between Feb. 2 and Feb. 13. Eighteen had violations, with three follow-ups. Many violations included a lack of proper sanitizer for warewashing and missing cleaning policies. Violations No Violations Follow-Up Temporary
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PHOTOS: Lincoln renovation open house
Western Wayne Schools employees, school board members, community leaders and construction representatives are among those cutting the ribbon during a Friday, Feb. 27, open house celebrating Lincoln Middle/High School’s renovation. Students took an active part in the celebration, displaying memorabilia and selling meals, gourmet sweets and merchandise. Lilley Photography captured these photos for the Western […]
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LHS Class of ‘76 plans 50th reunion
Lincoln High’s Class of 1976 will celebrate its 50th reunion Saturday, Sept. 12. The reunion welcomes everyone a part of the class community, including those who may not have graduated and spouses of class members lost throughout the years. All are welcome to reconnect and share in the collective memories. To stay connected with the […]
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Registration underway for Boys & Girls, Cope spring break camps
At least two Wayne County organizations are offering spring break programs for students. Boys & Girls Clubs of Wayne County will offer two special sessions. Its Wayne Bank Unit at 519 Queen St. in Pershing will be open from 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. March 23-27 for $10/day or $40 per week. The First Bank Unit at […]
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WCTV returns to RCS in new partnership
Richmond High School students interested in media will benefit from a new partnership between Richmond Community Schools and Whitewater Community Television. The two-year collaboration houses WCTV in RHS’s career center and offers internship and mentorship opportunities while enhancing RHS’s existing radio and television studies program. “This partnership will enhance our Radio/TV program and provide students […]
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PHOTOS: Meal sets table for egg hunt
Cambridge City Masonic Lodge No. 5 members prepared and served a Fat Tuesday meal for Mardi Gras Tuesday, Feb. 17, in Cambridge City. Proceeds of the meal will help fund the organization’s annual Easter Egg Hunt. Scheduled for noon on April 4 at Lincoln Middle/High School’s football field, the hunt will feature thousands of stuffed […]
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Voter registration deadlines loom
Here are key dates for Indiana voters planning to register or cast ballots in May’s primary election:
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Preschool, kindergarten signups begin
It’s already time to begin registering young children for preschool and kindergarten. Here’s information for several Wayne County schools. Public schools Western Wayne Western Wayne Elementary is offering free ice cream as part of its kindergarten roundup. Families with children turning 5 by Aug. 1 can register on the afternoon of Friday, March 13, at […]
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IUE student presents project
Indiana University East senior Ashlynne Osborne is sharing her recent policy and research work at the state level. Osborne, also an Ohio Connections Academy graduate, and a classmate are scheduled to present their work Feb. 18 at the 2026 Regionals at the Rotunda at the Indiana Statehouse. Guided by IUE professor Mark Sanders, Osborne assessed […]