Centerville and Milton graduates might remember Jim Howell giving tests as a teacher and coach, but they might not know he tested missiles for the Army. Howell, 93, was selected to be the grand marshal for an Armed Forces Day parade at 6 p.m. Saturday, May 17, in downtown Centerville. Grand marshal Howell served in […]
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Millicent Martin Emery is a reporter and editor for the Western Wayne News.
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Eighth graders share D.C. trip highlights
From the original Star-Spangled Banner to Arlington National Cemetery and presidential memorials, several Centerville-Abington Junior High eighth graders say they’ll remember their trip to Washington, D.C., for years to come. Several of the 74 young participants addressed the school board during its May 8 meeting, expressing gratitude and wishes that future students can take that […]
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Seniors celebrated for good attendance
Showing up, working hard and listening to his mother all contributed to Shrey Bhakta winning a new car. When it was time for the Richmond High School senior to select his prize number at the Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual senior celebration, Bhakta’s mother, Dipali, suggested that he should base it on his […]
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Teens showcase creativity at all-county exhibit
Gummy bears, sharks and penguins are among the subjects that local high school students drew, painted or sculpted for the All Wayne County High School Art Exhibition. The display is open through May 17 at Richmond Art Museum, 350 Hub Etchison Parkway. Hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays, and admission is free. Students from Centerville, […]
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Town submits tech order before 5% hike
Centerville councilors voted to approve leasing 25 laptops just before a vendor’s 5% price increase. At council’s April 29 meeting, Assistant Fire Chief Jimmy Lawrence noted the need for computers for town utility workers, firefighters and police officers. Lawrence said some utility workers use phones to complete tasks because their tablets barely turn on, and […]
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RCS reviewing student support needs
Richmond Community Schools is evaluating data on student attendance, grades and behavior, and how often students are accessing social services, as they try to meet their various needs. At RCS’ April 23 board meeting, Bridget Hazelbaker, director of student support and communications, and Elizabeth Markward, assistant superintendent of elementary education, described student support service partnerships. […]
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Don’t feed the plants!
In this season of cheerful tulips and viburnum, man-eating plants are making a bold splash at Richmond Civic Theatre. “Little Shop of Horrors,” which combines music, comedy and horror, will be performed on two weekends. It’s the final show of RCT’s 2024-2025 season. Shows are at 7:30 p.m. from Thursday, May 8, through Saturday, May […]
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Ahaus receives grant for expansion
A Richmond manufacturer received funds toward its expansion, and incentives for builders to add $26 million in subdivision homes have taken another step forward. Grant At its April 23 meeting, Economic Development of Wayne County unanimously approved a $32,500 Economic Development Income Tax grant for Ahaus Tool & Engineering. Ahaus is adding a building on […]
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Centerville schools finalize 2026-27 calendar
Centerville-Abington Community Schools is already setting its 2026-2027 calendar, but must deal with some technology and financial challenges in the meantime. Calendar After Centerville Education Association reviewed and approved the 2026-27 school year calendar, it was the school board’s turn to discuss the updates at its April 23 meeting. They unanimously approved it. Students’ first […]
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WWS superintendent search will cast wide net
Western Wayne Schools’ board members are moving forward with the search for a new superintendent, with hopes of selecting a candidate by July 1. Steve Horton, Indiana School Boards Association’s director of board services, met with WWS’ four board members during a special public meeting on Monday, April 21, to discuss the process. He said […]