As Richmond Community Schools swore in its first police chief, officials aimed to reassure families that the same three officers will be protecting their children as they did last spring. During their July 12 meeting, RCS officials said actions are being taken to activate its new police department. The new chief is Rick Thalls, who […]
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Habitat for Humanity home receives needed variance approval
A sign already announces the Good News Habitat for Humanity project on South L Street. A zoning variance granted July 12 by Richmond’s Board of Zoning Appeals helps Good News move forward with its planned three-bedroom house. The house, which is 59 feet, 11 inches wide, allows just three feet on either side between the […]
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Online tool will match workers, child care options
Local workers and employers soon will be able to connect more easily with childcare openings. Economic Development Corp. of Wayne County’s board approved $5,000 to pair with a $21,500 grant from Duke Energy and Indiana Economic Development Association foundations for a year’s subscription to an online directory service and creating a child care subsidy program. […]
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Free haircuts, school supplies offered for back to school
Several organizations want kids to start the school year prepared and positive, and are offering everything from free haircuts and supplies as well as fun games. School districts are also announcing registration details and opportunities for kids and families to learn important information. Back-to-school bashes Friday, July 21 1-8 p.m., Clear Creek Park, 1201 W. […]
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BZA denies livestock auction next to The Barn at Helm
Julie Frame hugged her husband, Tim, after learning a livestock auction would not be permitted next to their business, The Barn at Helm. Wayne County’s Board of Zoning Appeals denied a special exception request for the auction on agricultural land west of the Frames’ agritourism business where they grow flowers and provide event space. Board […]
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County recorder requests security wall for office
Wayne County Recorder Debbie Tiemann hopes to be proactive about the safety of her staff and the confidential records her office maintains. She discussed with Wayne County’s commissioners July 12 constructing a security wall for her department’s office space in the Wayne County Administration Building’s west wing. Tiemann has funds available to pay for the […]
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Reid cutting departments, jobs
Noting rising expenses and reduced reimbursements, Reid Health has cut about 25 jobs and is closing three departments, an urgent care and a fitness center. A consultant helped Reid Health Governing Board identify opportunities to streamline organizational operations, reduce costs and improve efficiencies, the health system noted in a news release. On Tuesday, July 11, […]
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Archway Classic: On with the shows
After weeks of rehearsals, area bands participated in the July 15 Archway Classic at Centerville Senior High School, the traditional first show on the road to Indiana State Fair Band Day. Although rain and sloppy field conditions damped the event, the bands put their shows on display for the first time as they prepare for […]
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Young workers offer ‘eye-opening’ comments about jobs
With hopes of learning how to retain teens after graduation, leaders chatted with 50 high school juniors to hear their views about work and what might make them want to stay local. Members of Forward Wayne County’s Employability Coalition spent time at all five public Wayne County high schools during this past year, talking with […]
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Plastics company owner requests fire lawsuit’s dismissal
The owner of a plastics company blames damages from an April fire on the city of Richmond and an “unknown arsonist” and has asked a lawsuit against himself and the company be dismissed. Seth Smith and his company, Cornerstone Trading Group LLC, responded last week to a lawsuit seeking damages from them. Tushawn Craig, Marquetta […]