Marking a rite of passage to adulthood, Garen Sharp stopped at a store on the morning of his 18th birthday to test his luck. The scratch-off lottery tickets he bought May 1 at the Speedway near Meijer in Richmond turned out to be worth $83. But that was just the beginning of his good fortune […]
Author Archives: Millie Martin Emery
Millicent Martin Emery is a reporter and editor for the Western Wayne News.
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Pickleball tourney will benefit new scholarship
A new pickleball tournament organized in memory of an avid Cambridge City player will benefit a scholarship fund bearing his name. On May 10 and 11, Golay Community Center will play host to the Randy Buhl Memorial Pickleball Tournament. Registration is due May 6 and is available by calling 765-478-5565 or visiting Golay, 1007 E. […]
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School board tackles personnel changes, board compensation
Richmond Community Schools discussed a variety of topics during its April 10 work session and April 24 meeting. Personnel updates Among several personnel items approved, the board approved resignations of Jamie Bolser, chief financial/human resources officer, effective April 26, and Randall Kerns, RHS varsity head football coach and social studies teacher. Bolser is taking a […]
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Centerville plans cleanup week
Main Street Centerville is asking residents to help make the community cleaner, greener and more beautiful during a cleanup week. On Saturday, May 4, volunteers are asked to meet at Centerville Nazarene, 7181 W. U.S. 40, for breakfast and assignments. They’re encouraged to bring tools to pull weeds and sweep sidewalks, or other items such […]
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Cambridge City council: Time ran out on home repairs
Cambridge City council is taking action regarding blight, police matters and dog waste, and warns Pershing that it must pay for fire protection or that service will be cut off soon. Here are some of the topics discussed during April 16 and 23 meetings. Police Blight Darlena Roberts attended to discuss 411 and 415 W. […]
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Fundraising starts to improve Creitz Park
Cambridge City aims to make Creitz Park more welcoming to all area kids and families, regardless of their abilities. A crowdfunding campaign launched last week to renovate the park’s playground. If $50,000 is raised by 10 p.m. June 23, the town will receive a matching grant of the same amount through Indiana Housing and Community […]
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Seniors, teachers honored
Three high-achieving seniors from several high schools in turn have honored teachers, coaches or organization advisers who have influenced them. The 39th annual Indiana Student-Teacher Achievement Recognition program recognizes students and teachers for excellence, integrity and commitment. Centerville, Lincoln and Hagerstown participate in I-STAR, as well as Tri, Connersville, Union County, Franklin County and Rushville. […]
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School dress code, attendance, cellphone policies could change
Principals in Centerville-Abington Community Schools have recommended several changes to student handbooks for 2024-2025 related to dress codes, cellphones, attendance and other topics. School board members conducted a first reading April 23 and could approve them at the next public meeting, 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 8, at 115 W. South St., Centerville. Centerville-Abington Elementary, Centerville […]
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Thrift store plans annual meeting, poverty simulation
Hagerstown Thrift Store’s board of trustees will organize its annual meeting at 1 p.m. Saturday, May 4. It will take place in Nettle Creek Church of the Brethren, 5352 N. Brick Church Road, Hagerstown, and is open to the public. Those attending will find out how the community thrift store has done over the last […]
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Western Wayne adding to military banners along U.S. 40
Cambridge City Chamber of Commerce plans to add to its veterans banner collection and take it westward along U.S. 40 in Dublin this year. Western Wayne residents who are currently or formerly in the military are eligible for a banner featuring their photo, name, branch, rank and service era. Applications are due May 1 so […]