While several schools made gains, results of newly revised Indiana standardized tests show many students in Wayne County schools still struggle with English and math skills. Indiana Department of Education shared the spring’s Indiana Learning Evaluation and Readiness Network, or ILEARN, results on Sept. 25. Statewide, 42% of students in grades 3-8 were proficient in […]
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Millicent Martin Emery is a reporter and editor for the Western Wayne News.
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Accurate electric meters could zap payment gap
After reviewing the town’s 2027 budget, much of the discussion at Centerville council’s work session revolved around replacing a stolen Flock camera and inaccurate electric meters. The latter might increase some customers’ bills. Budget Council conducted a public hearing for the 2027 budget during the Sept. 28 workshop, but no residents spoke. Clerk-Treasurer Sarah Rice […]
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Flood relief moves into next phase
Found money and a celebration of new friendships were part of the final day of operations for Cambridge City’s flood relief center. On Sept. 30, a man drove into the parking lot of Cambridge City Christian Church’s ministry center, and asked where to donate money to flood relief. He’d found $20 and decided the church […]
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Flood notebook: Lumpy’s, antique fair return
A Cambridge City gathering spot is reopening, long-term recovery efforts are starting, assistance deadlines are nearing, and emergency management staff are visiting the county. Downtown momentum Known for breaded tenderloin sandwiches, hearty breakfasts and other comfort food, Lumpy’s Cafe reopened Oct. 3 after extensive repairs from Aug. 12 flood damage. Nearly 900 likes have been […]
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Voting begins at courthouse
Shortly after the calendar flipped to October, voters could begin casting ballots for the November election. In-person absentee voting began Tuesday, Oct. 6, at Wayne County Courthouse, 301 E. Main St., Richmond. The ballot includes races where all Hoosiers get a say, such as secretary of state, comptroller and treasurer, and their U.S. representative in […]
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CACS’ flood makeup plans change
Centerville-Abington Community Schools will be able to make up the instructional days missed because of August flooding during regular school hours this fall. Superintendent Mike McCoy said Indiana Department of Education initially denied all schools’ waiver requests. However, he met with DOE officials and they discussed possible ways to get the three snow makeup days […]
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WWRSD estimates flood damage at $1.9M
Federal Emergency Management Agency officials are expected to visit Western Wayne Regional Sewage District and its initially estimated $1.9 million in flood damage this week. Michael Stuckey, WWRSD superintendent, said FEMA officials will conduct their first visit to see the impact of the Aug. 12 flood on the wastewater treatment plant at 200 S. Plum […]
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Flood: Volunteers, technology boost connections
Among many updates related to the Aug. 12 flood response, volunteers are following up on survivors’ needs, Cambridge City officials have temporary new phone numbers and a payment dropbox, and more resources are available to some residents, including children’s books and food and hotel benefits. New phones, dropbox Cambridge City now has two temporary phones […]
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College Goal Sunday moves to October
It previously took place around the time of the Super Bowl, but College Goal Sunday has moved to early October this year. It’s even a month earlier than last year’s event. Teens and adults considering any vocational and technical schools, colleges or universities can get free help with financial aid forms during the 38th College […]
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Retiree chosen grand marshal
Lincoln Middle/High School has selected a 30-year Western Wayne Schools employee as grand marshal of its homecoming parade. Jan Lunsford, who retired in June as LMHS administrative assistant and extracurricular activities treasurer, will be featured in the 4:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2, parade. In their announcement, Lincoln’s Student Government members quoted Lunsford as saying she […]