Attendees shed tears of joy and pain Monday, Aug. 31, during this year’s International Overdose Awareness Day event. For 25 years, the global observance has raised awareness about overdose prevention and recovery while supporting families directly impacted. Held at First United Methodist Church, 318 W. National Road, Richmond, the ceremony was organized by Reid Health […]
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Lorin Williams is a reporter for the Western Wayne News.
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Richmond Art Museum preps for its largest ceramics show
A signature fall event is right around the corner, and organizers plan for it to be bigger than ever. Richmond Art Museum’s “Potterypalooza” is set for 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, on the museum’s front lawn at 350 Hub Etchison Parkway in Richmond. First held in 2013, the unique ceramics-only arts fair welcomes artisans […]
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Civic Hall Preview: Swift, Journey tributes highlight 33rd season
Exciting is how Kim Shipley, Civic Hall performing arts manager, describes the upcoming 2026-27 season. The performing arts center at 380 Hub Etchison Parkway, Richmond, kicks off its 33rd season next month with a variety of energetic acts. “All these artists are high-energy,” said Shipley, who has served in the role for a year. She’s […]
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2027 budget reviewed before Oct. submission
The Fountain City council held a public hearing before its regular meeting on Monday, Sept. 1, to review initial estimates for its 2027 budget before the October deadline. Clerk-Treasurer Trina McGuire provided each member a report detailing amounts for the town’s separate funds. Council member Cecil Mullins was absent. President Laurie Hayes brought concerns that […]
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Hearing previews school renovations and bond
A 1028 hearing was conducted during a special Nettle Creek school board meeting on Sept. 2. The hearing explained a proposed bond project for major renovations. Board members Sandi Schraub, Marcie Houghton and Julie Blaase were absent. School counsel Ron Cross explained that a 1028 hearing is required when building adjustments costing $1 million or […]
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New RAM exhibits highlight ‘Aura’ in ‘Black and White’
Through Sept. 26, residents can admire two new exhibits at the Richmond Art Museum from local artists. Both exhibits opened with receptions on Aug. 6 and Aug. 8, respectively. Aaron Leif Nicholson and Joe Thompson’s “Iron Aura” displays their contrasting methods — sculpture and painting — as a complementary pairing. Nicholson’s sculptures are made of […]
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Mosquito prevention stirs public concern
As the county recovers from August’s devastating flood, health officials are taking action intended to prevent widespread illness: Wayne County Health Department deployed mosquito spray last week in areas most impacted by flood waters. WCHD’s Aug. 21 social media announcement was met with public outcry as many worried that the insecticide would do more harm […]
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Richmond artists awarded at Hoosier Salon
Two Richmond artists, India Cruse-Griffin and Gabriela Falconi, earned awards at this year’s Hoosier Art Salon Artist Exhibit. The 102nd art show crowned Cruse-Griffin as “Best of Show,” while Falconi earned a “First-Time Exhibitor” award at a ceremony on Aug. 19 in Indianapolis. Cruse-Griffin, who debuted in the exhibit last year, could not describe her […]
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Hagerstown council OKs 4 new police vehicles
Hagerstown Police Chief Keith Folkner’s proposal for new vehicles was approved at a special council meeting on Aug. 21. Council member Brian Longbons was pro tem in President Allan Bullock’s absence. Folkner reported his current fleet required constant repairs and he lost a truck in the flood. Fort Wayne vendor Kelly Chevrolet offered four Tahoes […]
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First responder recalls fateful day after flood
Nine days after record rain swallowed Western Wayne County, Milton’s Nicole Robinson still had water flowing through her basement. Her home’s sump pump quit working sometime on Aug. 12, letting in 4 ½ feet of water. It took days and two sump pumps to remove most of it. And even with a new one installed, […]