Partners are aligning and barriers are being removed to improve housing and quality of life to draw more business to Wayne County. That was the theme shared by panelists and speakers at the Economic Development Corp. of Wayne County’s annual luncheon April 8. Valerie Shaffer, EDC’s president, said momentum in bringing together community expertise and […]
Author Archives: Millie Martin Emery
Millicent Martin Emery is a reporter and editor for the Western Wayne News.
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School to shoes: After while, Croc(odile)
While school handbooks are refreshed annually to remove outdated wording, a few rules are added after some painful lessons. Principals for Centerville-Abington Community Schools’ four buildings presented their suggested revisions during the board’s April 8 meeting. For instance, Centerville-Abington Elementary would require gym shoes during recess basketball. Injuries, including a broken ankle, have occurred among […]
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Bestselling author helps LMHS buy books
The credit — not the fault — goes to an Indiana writing star and a principal who tried an unconventional approach to buy books for her students. Hoosier author John Green, perhaps most widely known for his bestselling young adult book “The Fault in Our Stars,” gave $1,000 to Lincoln Middle/High School to purchase books. […]
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Election turnout initially slow
Voting on the first few days is usually less of a social occasion than running into a friend or neighbor at a bustling vote center on Election Day. However, the second floor of the courthouse offers voters a quiet place to reflect on who should represent them at the township, county, state and national levels. […]
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RCS superintendent addresses looming cuts
Richmond Community Schools has acknowledged it is likely to cut teaching positions because of budget shortfalls, and Richmond Education Association has raised concerns about the district’s explanation. On April 8, RCS Superintendent Curtis Wright issued a video statement on the district’s pending reduction in force, first reported by WWN March 27. Wright acknowledged the community’s […]
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Cambridge City moves to acquire 2 trucks
Cambridge City’s council agreed to two vehicle acquisitions and financial matters at a special meeting. During their March 31 gathering, members agreed to sign an interlocal agreement with Hagerstown to buy a $15,000 surplus bucket truck after Hagerstown bought a newer one. Cambridge City will pay for the bucket truck with its $11,207 insurance settlement […]
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Centerville council OKs 1% food/beverage tax
Not wanting to be ineligible for thousands of dollars in grants, Centerville’s town council has approved a 1% food and beverage tax. At its March 31 workshop, council voted 5-0 to implement the cent-per-dollar tax on prepared food and beverages. It could start May 1, pending Indiana Department of Revenue processing. Councilor Josh Tudor acknowledged […]
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Fountain City celebrating nation’s 250th birthday
Volunteering in Fountain City can be as simple as watering flowers. Fountain City Forward is seeking help with several programs as it plans festivities that celebrate the town all year long, and this year, the United States’ 250th anniversary. One planned project is patriotic fire hydrant painting. “We are going to try and put an […]
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Construction starting on Vaile neighborhood
Attending an affordable home ownership workshop could help participants receive as much as $20,000 in down payment assistance. The Homeownership 101 series will be offered from 6-8 p.m. on four Tuesdays (April 7-28) at Vaile Elementary School’s cafeteria, 300 S. 14th St., Richmond. It’s open to those wanting to buy a home soon or who […]
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Economy groups team for historic gym fundraiser
Wanting to preserve a cherished community space for generations to come, Economy residents are coming together to maintain and improve their historic gym. A community rummage sale is planned from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, April 18, at the gym, 325 Poplar St., just north of U.S. 35. In addition to donated items, hot […]