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Summer camps, programs offer fun for kids, teens

Wayne County youth can dabble in outdoor fun, science, crafts, safety, reading, history, art and more this summer. Some programs are free, while some offer scholarships. Some camps are one-day programs while others are weekly or even fill most of the summer calendar. Here’s a list gathered from various local organizations. We’re making this article […]

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Golden Eagle Industries wins state contest

Lincoln High School’s Golden Eagle Industries earned first place in a new statewide case competition that their teacher calls “a big win” for the students and the school. The students who prepared the winning presentation included Gavin Trent, Gavin Newton, Kaila Arthur, Ellie Mettler, Cole Dick, Whitney Lynn, Josh Gibson, Tupelo Troxell, Garin Beal, Adam […]

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Developers eyeing Centerville for travel center

A travel center with fast food could open in Centerville if a developer’s idea comes to fruition.  Entrepreneurs are pursuing a site on the southwest corner of Centerville Road and Interstate 70, just west of Warm Glow Candle Outlet.  Representatives already have local knowledge because they’re currently operating the Quality Inn and Conference Center in […]

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Centerville updating student handbooks

Principals for Centerville-Abington Community Schools’ four schools presented recommended updates for student handbooks, ranging from dress codes to metal detectors and cellphone use. Board members will vote on the changes at their 7 p.m. May 10 meeting at Spencer Administration Building. The upper grades aim to update dress code policies. Junior high Principal Brian Bellew […]

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RCS enrollment full for STEAM program, preschool

Richmond Community Schools addressed a variety of topics at its April 26 board meeting, including an update on its new STEAM Academy, helping kids impacted by trauma, and a $60,000 contract for strategic planning.  STEAM Academy: All student spots are filled in the new program for science, technology, engineering, arts and math. A second fifth-grade […]

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Unexpected cash precedes dash

About 30 seconds before he was to run the 200-meter dash, Austin Rohe’s friends told him he’d just won a car or a $25,500 scholarship. The Richmond High School senior was one of 120 students being recognized at Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce’s Senior Celebration for near-perfect school attendance this year. Rohe hasn’t missed […]