Northeastern High School’s archery team finished 21st during the National Archery in the Schools Program Championship-Bullseye in Daytona Beach, Florida. The Knights scored 3,213 points during its Thursday, June 6, competition. Two of its archers finished in the top 30 in the nation for their grade. Annie Hickel was 24th among ninth grade girls and […]
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Millicent Martin Emery is a reporter and editor for the Western Wayne News.
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Deadline nearing for playground campaign
Through lemonade sales, checks and online gifts, Cambridge City has raised $37,300 about two weeks before its deadline to raise $50,000 to improve its park playground. The deadline for donations is 10 p.m. June 23 toward making Creitz Park inclusive for more kids and families. In May, Western Wayne Elementary School third graders delivered $295.02 […]
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Employer adding as many as 80 jobs
Two large projects — one to create jobs and one to provide additional housing — are moving forward with support from Economic Development Corp. of Wayne County. Plant expansion Richmond Beverage Solutions at 1590 N.W. 11th St. in Richmond is planning a $45 million expansion that’s projected to create at least 65 new full-time jobs […]
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Superintendent ‘elated’ about school face-lift
Western Wayne Schools’ superintendent is pleased that workers are quickly giving Lincoln Middle School a bright new look, an esports program is starting with help from a grant, and at least two school board incumbents say they won’t run this fall. Renovation During WWS’ June 5 board meeting, Superintendent Andy Stover said he wants residents […]
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Tower project impacting Centerville water
Centerville is about to begin extensive work to its water towers that could affect customers’ water pressure and require neighboring fire departments to bring tanker trucks. Town Manager Kevin Slick told council at its May 28 work session that the routine maintenance, safety upgrades and painting are to begin the week of June 10. One […]
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Bond has no tax impact for some NWS stakeholders
Some residents in Northeastern Wayne Schools’ district might not pay any extra taxes for repairs to its high school because they’ve already reached their property tax caps. During its May 29 meeting, school officials and their advisers outlined the need for repairing masonry, its costs and using a bond to pay for the work. No […]
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9 receiving awards from Townsend Community Center Inc.
Townsend Community Center Inc. will recognize nine local individuals and businesses at its annual honors and awards dinner. Townsend leaders say they believe the recipients are overlooked for the amazing contributions they make to the community. This year’s theme is “Regeneration: Rising from the Ashes.” The gathering will take place at 6 p.m. Saturday, June […]
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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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Volunteers bring new energy to Dublin skating rink
Joyful shouts and laughter blend with upbeat music as some kids roll quickly and some slowly find their footing on Dublin Community Club’s skating rink. In May, committed volunteers just completed their season of weekly Friday and Saturday night open skates to provide local kids with a supervised place for fun. However, those volunteers aren’t […]
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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” […]