Cambridge City and Centerville parks are hosting free concerts in the coming days. Cambridge City Main Street drew about 500 people to its Motown Sounds of Touch concert in July and aims to build on that momentum with an Indianapolis-based cover band on Saturday, Aug. 19. Stella Luna & the Satellites performs today’s current hits, […]
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Millicent Martin Emery is a reporter and editor for the Western Wayne News.
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King’s Café & Bakery owners reflect on closure
The owners of King’s Café & Bakery will miss many aspects of operating what they describe as a comfortable and safe gathering spot, but remain hopeful about the building’s future. The downtown Cambridge City eatery closed Aug. 4 after just over four years in its current format. Jill and Jim King say they are open […]
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Educators focused on improving ILEARN scores
Some Wayne County educators are relieved that last year’s instructional changes boosted their student’s state-mandated standardized test scores, while all say they’ll analyze their districts’ weaknesses and target improvements to score better next year. Statewide, 40.7% of Hoosier students who took the Indiana Learning Evaluation and Assessment Readiness Network (ILEARN) test in 2023 were at […]
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County woos new industry, expansions
A speculative warehouse space is being considered to help current Wayne County industry grow and/or attract new companies. Economic Development Corp. of Wayne County staff told board members during their Aug. 7 meeting that they are evaluating two opportunities with developers interested in creating the spec building. They also met with a contractor to discuss […]
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Rose Hamilton reopening after water, mud damage
Some eager kindergartners will soon start their school careers, but a few days later than expected. After a week involving engineering studies, mud and water cleanup and dryers, Rose Hamilton Elementary in Centerville was scheduled to open to students Tuesday, Aug. 15. Barring unforeseen circumstances, teachers were to be allowed in their classrooms on the morning […]
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Cyclists gear up for ReidRide fundraiser
Through the generosity of local bicyclists and sponsors, more than 1,500 local kids usually receive a pair of sneakers each year through a fundraising ride. Organizers of ReidRide, which returns Saturday, Aug. 19, have distributed thousands of pairs of shoes since 2009. Reid Health Foundation partners with local social service agencies such as Boys & […]
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Elections set in Cambridge City, Milton
Cambridge City and Milton will have elections this fall to elect town leaders. Those communities join Richmond in needing to conduct an election because they now have contested races with candidates from different political parties. Dublin, Centerville, Fountain City, Economy, Boston, East Germantown and Greens Fork will not have elections. Aug. 1 was the deadline […]
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CACS board welcomes new special education teacher
Centerville-Abington Community Schools conducted a special meeting Aug. 2 to finalize hires, bus driver contracts and other remaining items before schools open. Superintendent Mike McCoy introduced Daniel Addington as a new special education teacher at Centerville Senior High School. The board also approved these personnel changes: Pending hires: Ciara Hanes, junior high Bulldog Connections Lab; […]
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Symphony plans 3 free outdoor concerts
Three free concerts are taking place in August and September in what Richmond Symphony Orchestra calls some of Wayne County’s most treasured outdoor spaces. The early Wednesday evening concerts in RSO’s Sunset Series are family friendly, and all ages are welcome to attend. Reservations are requested via phone or online to help attendees stay informed […]
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Cambridge City photographer’s work featured in gallery show
A Cambridge City resident will have a photography show in a Connersville art gallery. Whitewater Valley Arts Association is displaying Benjamin Allen’s black-and-white photos in an exhibit called “Abandoned.” Allen said he’s been away from his camera for 10 years, and this is his first photography show since college. An opening night reception is set […]