Only four candidates have filed for Wayne County’s 12 open school board seats as of press time. For the November election, candidates must submit paperwork by noon Thursday, June 18, at Wayne County’s voter registration office in the courthouse, 301 E. Main St., Richmond. Candidates must also gather signatures from at least 10 voters in […]
Author Archives: Millie Martin Emery
Millicent Martin Emery is a reporter and editor for the Western Wayne News.
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Subdivision chance ‘tugged at my heart’
Terry Robinson’s first house, built by a mentor of his, was in Richmond’s Hidden Valley neighborhood. Now, Robinson is helping finish 20 new homes there. Economic Development Corp. of Wayne County organized a Wednesday, June 10, groundbreaking for the first of five neighborhoods to be expanded in the county’s new Housing Accelerator Program. Robinson and […]
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Canal Days could move to Creitz Park
The ongoing work to widen Interstate 70 might not leave room for Cambridge City’s annual Canal Days festival to happen in its usual location this year. During the June 8 town council meeting, leaders noted that Indiana Department of Transportation representatives recently raised safety concerns about typical plans to close two of the four lanes […]
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4-H Fair spotlights glassblowing, history
With new and traditional events, Wayne County 4-H Fair celebrates 175 years of fairs in the county and 50 years at its current location starting Saturday, June 20. New highlights include glassblowing demonstrations from 2-8 p.m. most days and living history programs featuring Daniel Boone from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, June 23, and Abraham Lincoln from […]
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Well Care shows off new location
Free tests, prizes and refreshments aren’t typically part of a medical visit, but a few incentives are being offered to check out a new office. Well Care Community Health is celebrating its newly constructed building at 2200 W. Main St. in Richmond with a grand opening gathering from 1-3 p.m. Thursday, June 25. It’s a […]
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Teacher of the Year brightens students’ day
In remembering the positive impact that adults had during a difficult time in his life, Centerville-Abington Community Schools’ latest Teacher of the Year serves as a mentor in classrooms, athletics and community organizations. Mike Day, a 1989 Centerville Senior High School graduate, says CACS became a source of stability, encouragement and hope following the loss […]
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30 to compete in 4-H royalty contests
Six young women are seeking the opportunity to be Wayne County 4-H Fair queen, and 24 younger girls are seeking titles as well. Their competition begins at 7 p.m. Saturday, June 13, in Centerville Senior High School’s auditorium, 507 Willow Grove Road, Centerville. Admission is $5 for ages 6 and older. Queen contestants must be […]
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School pursues less screen time, more face time
Western Wayne Schools is receiving positive community feedback for eliminating daily screen time for kindergarten and first graders. On June 1, WWS officials announced an intentional technology shift away from a 1-to-1 student-to-device ratio for the 2026-2027 school year. The statement noted that technology will remain a valuable resource and teachers can decide when a […]
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Deadline nears for school board candidates filings
Those interested in overseeing their community’s school district have about one week left to file for November’s election. Candidates must submit paperwork by noon Thursday, June 18, at Wayne County’s voter registration office in the courthouse, 301 E. Main St., Richmond. Candidates must also gather signatures from at least 10 voters in their board district […]
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Fair links generations
Whether competing or just enjoying food, amusements and community connections, Wayne County 4-H Fair is a tradition for many families. Organizers are hoping to gather their stories and items for display as the June 20-27 fair celebrates local and national milestones. Along with America’s 250th birthday, 2026 marks 175 years of fairs in the county […]