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Council OKs $55K search for lead pipes

Centerville’s council authorized a $55,800 study of the town’s water system to find lead pipes and discussed implementing an extra $125 fee for property owners if lawns aren’t maintained. Water lines During its May 9 meeting, council unanimously approved a proposal from Lochmueller Group to conduct Phase 1 of a lead line inventory before an […]

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Free textbooks could pose challenges for schools

After Indiana’s legislature voted to cover textbook/curriculum costs for students, schools are determining if their materials fit within that cost, and what fees families might pay, if any. At the school board’s May 10 meeting, Centerville-Abington Community Schools’ building principals shared any Fall 2023 curriculum changes. Administrators are examining if what the state is providing […]

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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 […]