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Free kids’ meals available 

Several school districts and parks will offer a variety of free summer meals for toddlers as well as high schoolers.  Children can receive meals at any participating location and no applications are required. They also can receive meals even if their families qualify for the new SUN Bucks grocery funds. Here’s a look at some […]

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Cat spay-neuter clinic will make area stops

A nonprofit mobile cat spay-neuter clinic will visit Liberty on May 31, Rushville on June 2, New Trenton (Franklin County) on June 7 and Connersville on June 8.  Appointments are available from Public Vet with a $10 deposit.   Those needing financial assistance are encouraged to apply at pub.vet before making an appointment. Organizers say “great” […]

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School questions new diploma plan

Northeastern Wayne Schools wants to learn more about how Indiana’s two proposed diploma options might affect academics, student opportunities and district finances.  Administrators and board members encourage stakeholders to learn more too, then share comments with state officials soon.  During NWS’ May 22 school board meeting, Superintendent Matthew Hicks said the new requirements are in […]

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Preschool growth requires traffic update

Although school officials look forward to expanding preschool at Rose Hamilton Elementary this fall, they’re now discussing whether increased traffic will pose an added challenge.   At Centerville-Abington Community Schools’ May 22 board meeting, member Todd Dooley asked about the impact of additional families on traffic at the school.  Dooley suggested adding another route around the […]

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4 playground campaigns meet goals; 1 remains

Four local park fundraising campaigns have met their $50,000 goal to receive a $50,000 state match, and one more remains.  Dublin has raised $50,190 to improve Wilson Park. The goal was reached days before its May 25 deadline. Funds will provide new Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant ground surface for the current playground equipment purchased in […]

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Retiree spent 50 years in schools

Western Wayne Schools is saying goodbye to three retirees, one of whom has worked 50 years for the district.  Colleagues, friends, family and students stopped by an after-school open house May 21 to wish them well.   Beth Bowman After 22 years and many concerts at WWS, choral director Beth Bowman is stepping down. Before joining […]

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2 RCS administrators departing

Several personnel changes are taking place at Richmond Community Schools’ Central Office.  During its May 22 meeting, the board approved the resignations of Brenten Baker, chief of elementary education, and Mark Fowler, chief of secondary education. Both departures are effective June 30.  Baker joined RCS in July 2022 as director of student achievement, bringing more […]