After Hagerstown-based IronGate updated Economic Development Corporation of Wayne County’s Home in Wayne website to recruit new or returning residents, EDC decided the main page needed to be refreshed and more user-friendly. During the organization’s Aug. 3 board meeting, EDC president Valerie Shaffer called the site a “front door” for the county’s visibility. After seeking […]
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Millicent Martin Emery is a reporter and editor for the Western Wayne News.
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PHOTOS: Hundreds hear Fleetwood Mac, Eagles tributes
Cambridge City’s Creitz Park Pavilion lawn was filled Saturday, Aug. 8, with hundreds of concertgoers to hear Fleetwood 2 the Max and Victims of Love tribute bands performing Fleetwood Mac and Eagles songs, along with opening act AJ Wetzel. The evening ended with Eagles hits “Desperado” and “Hotel California.” Concert sponsors include American Legion Post […]
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Lincoln alumni plan community concert
It’s unusual for a high school reunion to book a rock band for the entire community to enjoy, but that’s what Lincoln Middle/High School’s Class of 1976 has planned. They have booked local band The Longshots to perform from 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, on the new Creitz Park Pavilion behind the fire station, 127 […]
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Centerville-Abington schools note smooth start to year
Centerville-Abington Community Schools approved a new evaluation tool for its administrators and reflected on a positive first day of school. CACS’ board met a week earlier than usual — on its first day for students, Wednesday, Aug. 5 — so any pending hires were formally approved. One of the final teachers to join was Andrew […]
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Theater season includes ‘9 to 5,’ ‘Annie’
From Dolly Parton to Daddy Warbucks, Richmond Civic Theatre offers a mix of familiar and fresh plays this year. The season opened earlier this fall than usual, with the first show, “1776: The Musical,” concluding its run Sunday, Aug. 16. Shows take place at 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday at 1003 E. Main […]
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Republican caucus fills prosecutor vacancy
Ashley Green will begin serving as Wayne County’s prosecuting attorney before voters officially elect her. Green was chosen by a Republican caucus Aug. 6 to finish Mike Shipman’s term that ends Dec. 31. Sept. 1 will be the final work day for Shipman, who is not running for reelection this year. Green takes over Sept. […]
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Make My Move recruits 50th worker
Wayne County just met its latest goal to recruit 20 new workers to move here from out-of-state by Sept. 1, but finding desirable housing has been the workers’ biggest challenge in making that choice, economic development leaders say. During their Aug. 3 board meeting, Economic Development Corp. of Wayne County leaders discussed whether to offer […]
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Bands tout their growth at state fair competition
Four Wayne County schools made up a quarter of Indiana State Fair Band Day’s Sweet 16 finalists. All four of those schools — Centerville, Hagerstown, Northeastern and Richmond — placed in the top 12 of 34 entrants. Richmond’s James Bond-themed show, “From Richmond With Love,” led the county with seventh place. Dan Merkamp, who retired […]
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Finalist accepts school district’s top job
After considering 10 candidates, Western Wayne Schools’ superintendent finalist has accepted its job offer. The school district had not yet shared the person’s name. The public can comment on the proposed contract next week. WWS’ board will hear residents’ objections or support for the contract during the legally required public hearing at 6 p.m. Monday, […]
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State Fair Band Day: Bands tout growth
Four Wayne County schools made up one fourth of Indiana State Fair Band Day’s Sweet 16 finalists. All four of those schools — Centerville, Hagerstown, Northeastern and Richmond — placed in the top 12 of 34 entrants. Richmond’s James Bond-themed show, “From Richmond With Love,” led the county with seventh place. The Marching Red Devils […]