Cambridge City’s council approved fining property owners when first responders are called to multiple false alarms, and increasing costs to open and close graves. At its Jan. 13 meeting, council approved an ordinance discussed in December that allows property owners two false alarms per year before a fee is charged. The third and fourth call […]
Author Archives: Millie Martin Emery
Millicent Martin Emery is a reporter and editor for the Western Wayne News.
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N-I-C-E festival set for Jan. 30-Feb. 1
In just a few days, professional ice carvers plan to return to Wayne County and dazzle residents and visitors with their unique creations. Volunteers are again organizing the Meltdown Winter Ice Festival in downtown Richmond from Thursday, Jan. 30, through Saturday, Feb. 1. They’re offering several family friendly activities at or near Elstro Plaza, 47 […]
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Centerville sounds alarm on fire bill
Centerville councilors and fire chief say a state lawmaker’s proposal could cost local lives if fire protection territories are dissolved. The same bill would also dissolve township governments. At their Jan. 14 meeting, council President Dan Wandersee discussed a few bills being considered by Indiana General Assembly, especially House Bill 1233 on local government reorganization. […]
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Community’s stars shine brightly
Some of the local business and nonprofit community’s brightest stars were celebrated Friday at “A Starry Night,” Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual dinner. It was the largest crowd ever for the art-themed dinner, which sold out in about 24 hours despite moving to a larger venue, First Bank Expo Hall. Several awards were […]
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New grad rules requiring tough course decisions
Although 2029 seems far away, Centerville-Abington Community Schools leaders are starting work on new course and internship opportunities to meet changing graduation requirements. Tammy Chavis, director of student learning, and Superintendent Mike McCoy described Indiana’s different types of diplomas going into effect for the Class of 2029 at the board’s Jan. 8 meeting. McCoy said […]
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Newer members lead RCS board
Two of Richmond Community Schools’ newest board members have stepped up to its top leadership roles. The board unanimously chose Kym Pickering as president and Austin Brann as vice president. Pickering, who joined the board in 2023, is a 1997 Richmond High School graduate and has four children attending RCS. In a news release, Pickering […]
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A Better Way moves to new office
An organization serving those who’ve experienced domestic violence or sexual assault has a new office. A Better Way has moved to 66 S. 12th St. in Richmond. Leaders say the new office provides a welcoming environment for staff and visitors, space for collaboration, and enhanced outreach capabilities. A Better Way serves all ages and genders […]
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New day care center addresses shortage
Wayne County nonprofit and government leaders continue collaborating to expand child care seats, addressing needs expressed by employers and families in recent years. The latest addition is Richmond Family YMCA’s new west-side Richmond day care center. The YMCA Stidham Family Daycare Center is in Trinity Lutheran Church, 2300 W. Main St. It serves infants and […]
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Vendors and groups can join Feb. 8 cultural event
Black Legacy Project of Wayne County is registering vendors for its upcoming Black Expo. The new family-friendly event celebrating Black culture and the local African American community is planned for noon-5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8, at First Bank Kuhlman Center, 861 Salisbury Road N., Richmond. Organizers welcome groups providing information and entertainment and vendors who […]
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Community center seeks new members
Greens Fork Community Center is welcoming new members, donations and facility renters in hopes of addressing its building and programming needs in the new year. In an open letter, the center’s five board members and facility manager note the nonprofit center faced several financial hardships in 2024. Some of the center’s needs include replacing the […]