Voters can hear from candidates facing opponents in May’s primary election during the IN Focus candidate forum broadcasts. Whitewater Community Television is partnering with Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce and Western Wayne News to increase familiarity with Wayne County’s candidates. All programs air at 6 p.m. Thursdays. Candidates for clerk and treasurer are being […]
Author Archives: Millie Martin Emery
Millicent Martin Emery is a reporter and editor for the Western Wayne News.
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Milton playground campaign aims high
Wayne County’s next all-or-nothing fundraising campaign to improve a small community’s recreational opportunities has begun. The town of Milton is trying to raise $50,000 by 10 p.m. May 18. If successful, the project will receive a matching grant as part of Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority’s (IHCDA) CreatINg Places program. “With your support, the […]
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Centerville schools increase food service wages
Centerville-Abington Community Schools is gearing up for the solar eclipse and has raised wages for food service staff. Wages After examining wages for food service employees with 10 other area school districts that don’t contract out that service, CACS realized pay is on the lower end of the scale. Workers will receive a 4% increase, […]
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Humble, generous service
Two longtime Western Wayne residents were recognized for their dedication to the community. At its annual dinner, Cambridge City Chamber of Commerce honored Tom Munchel and Mick Fowler for setting an example through humble and generous service. Several years ago, the theme for the chamber’s Canal Days festival was “Small Town, Big Heart.” Shortly after, […]
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Tip helps rescue 29 animals
A tip led to law enforcement, animal and human health experts and donors collaborating to rescue 29 animals living in “deplorable conditions,” according to officials. The 23 dogs and six cats were living at a Dublin residence. Thanks to a thorough tip, Wayne County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control Deputy Jesse Moore “essentially overnight” drafted a […]
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Centerville’s water bills going up
No one spoke against or for Centerville’s plan to increase customers’ water bills over three phases. Just before its regular March 12 meeting, council conducted a public hearing to discuss the potential increase that will help pay for replacement of lead service line remediation, distribution improvements and water tower rehabilitation. Later in the meeting, council […]
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2 local schools earn wins at academic meet
Academic teams from Wayne and Henry counties are among those earning top finishes at the Eastern Indiana Academic League Invitational. Seventeen schools’ teams competed Feb. 26 in subjects including science, fine arts, social studies, math and English during the conference meet. Area competitors were Centerville, Connersville, Lincoln, Northeastern, Randolph Southern, Richmond, Tri and Union (Modoc). […]
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‘Canary in the Coal Mine’ author will speak at IUE
A Hoosier doctor and author with a connection to Wayne County will share his insights about serving residents who face barriers to healthcare. All are invited to the events taking place Monday, March 25, at Indiana University East’s Whitewater Hall. Dr. William Cooke has raised national attention about the challenges communities face in providing care […]
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Centerville chooses new fire chief
A third-generation firefighter has been chosen as Centerville’s new fire chief. At its March 12 meeting, Centerville Town Council unanimously approved Andy Aughe as Centerville Fire/Rescue’s next leader. Councilor Gary Holbert said those reviewing the applications had “an extraordinarily talented group of people with credentials that’s unbelievable” to consider. Aughe (pronounced “oy”), has been part […]
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Centerville completing required state testing
It’s a busy season of mandated statewide testing at Centerville-Abington Community Schools, administrators told the district’s school board at its March 6 meeting. Second and third graders completed IREAD-3 tests last week to check basic reading skills and comprehension. Statewide, nearly 82% of public and private school students passed IREAD-3 in 2023. Indiana lawmakers just […]