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Lead ‘Em Up creates unexpected leadership

In a high school setting, student leadership is often found in student government organizations. But a recently developed program at Lincoln High School aims to instill leadership skills outside of student government. Lead ‘Em Up is a leadership curriculum that engages young people in the classroom and on sports teams with the goal of “turning […]

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Hot air balloon glow, rose garden gala returns June 7 

Richmond Rose Garden volunteers are organizing the ninth annual 1stBLOOM&GLOW fundraiser on Wednesday, June 7. The event features inflating hot air balloons to draw a crowd and help increase awareness of the garden in its 36th year at Glen Miller Park. The garden operates on donations and is maintained by volunteers. The words “1st Bloom” […]

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2024 budget process begins

Not even halfway through 2023, it’s time to think about 2024 budgets. Wayne County’s commissioners began their budget discussions during a portion of their May 24 weekly meeting. The County Council, which finalizes the county’s budget, has requested departments provide budget requests by June 1. Commissioners plan to ask the council for additional money in […]

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Tour tells stories of freedom seekers

Freedom, according to one story, meant so much to an enslaved man named William Bush that he had himself shipped in a wooden box addressed to “Newport, Wayne County, Indiana, care of Levi Coffin.” That story from 180 years ago is one that Aaron Martin loves to hear and retell in his work as program […]

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Development decision delayed

A couple of feet is making all the difference for a planned Richmond subdivision. Trademark Construction requested the Richmond Advisory Plan Commission approve a primary plat request and two variances for a six-residence subdivision at 315 Garwood Road. One of the variances would make lot sizes 38 feet wide instead of the required 40. Plan […]

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‘Rat Boy’ surprises museum staff

Within a few hours of its unexpected delivery, a new donation to the Wayne County Historical Museum has already prompted more questions than answers.  The museum announced May 22 that it received an unusual package that was left at its back gate. No contact information was provided to identify the donor, and security camera footage […]

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‘It was the welcome home we didn’t get’

Two western Wayne County veterans whose daughters were classmates didn’t realize they were both traveling on the 39th Indy Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. until the day before their journey.  That was the first surprise of many on the action-packed trip Larry Gumm and Jerry Doddridge took Saturday, May 20. Their sightseeing experience in the […]

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Veterans organizing Memorial Day weekend services

Veterans and community organizations have planned several Memorial Day weekend tributes and special events around the area that are open to the public. Beyond attending services, American Legion leaders also encourage residents to examine their flags and replace them if they’re tattered. Veterans’ organizations will accept old flags for proper disposal.    Saturday, May 27 Crown […]