Becky Jewison and Lee Ann Adams were named the recipients of the 2026 Charles A. Rodefeld and Ruth J. Wickemeyer Awards, respectively, which are the Wayne County Foundation’s highest distinctions recognizing lifetime achievement in philanthropy and nonprofit leadership or service. Jewison’s career of servant leadership has shaped volunteerism within over 15 nonprofits, including Every Child […]
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Northeastern Wayne Schools’ board approves coaching updates
During February and March, Northeastern Wayne Schools’ board welcomed several new and returning coaches. Those hired include Paige Reed, girls tennis; Erick Noland, assistant varsity boys and girls track; Tyler Hostetler, varsity boys track; Madison Hodapp and Josh Cook, junior varsity softball; Drew Fox, Northeastern Middle School boys golf; Kevin Johnson, assistant varsity/JV baseball; Dave […]
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Case dismissed against cemetery theft suspect
The case against a suspect accused of theft of a cemetery’s funds was dismissed last week. Wayne Superior Court 2 Judge Gregory Horn signed an order dismissing cause against Dustin L. Taylor of Cambridge City, on Wednesday, March 18. Wayne County’s prosecutor’s office had filed a motion to dismiss March 17, and Horn granted that […]
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Girls Inc. relocates to senior center
A week after weather-related damage closed its building, Girls Inc. of Wayne County found a temporary location in the Richmond Senior Recreation Center. According to a press release, after-school programming resumed March 19 as the organization coordinated logistics with Richmond Community Schools’ Bus & Transportation Department. Parents and guardians were informed on transit and pickup […]
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Blanton withdraws from state House race
What was a three-way Republican race to serve Wayne County in the Indiana House of Representatives is now down to two. Adam Blanton announced Wednesday, March 18, on his campaign’s social media page that he’s decided not to pursue his candidacy for House District 56 further. He said ending his campaign, which began with his […]
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County schools add 8 new state champions
Eight Wayne County teens won state championships through Business Professionals of America, and 70 have advanced to the organization’s national competition. BPA’s State Leadership Conference took place March 8-10 in Indianapolis. Beyond faring well in individual contests, several members received BPA’s Statesman Torch Award for earning 50 points in each of seven categories (leadership, service, […]
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Fountain City adding Hometown Heroes banners
Fountain City Forward is accepting applications for its 2026 Hometown Heroes Banner Program through March 31. Honorees can include individuals who have served or are currently serving in any branch of the United States military, as well as those who have served in law enforcement, fire service or emergency medical services. They may be living […]
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2 perfect IREAD scores celebrated at board meeting
Hagerstown Elementary second graders Ellie Meeks and Ruby Gilley were the Superintendent Spotlight at the March 11 Nettle Creek Schools board meeting. Both students achieved perfect scores on their IREAD assessments, a statewide test that measures reading proficiency. The girls were joined by their families and their teacher, Courtney Hobbs. Testing remained a focal point […]
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RSO ushers in Vivaldi’s ‘The Four Seasons’
The Richmond Symphony Orchestra celebrates the coming of spring with its “Echoes in Nature” concert on March 28 at 7:30 p.m. The event welcomes violinist Justin Bruns in his premiere performance with the RSO. Maestro Andrés Lopera will lead the company with Mendelssohn’s “The Hebrides Overture,” followed by Vivaldi’s “The Four Seasons” featuring Bruns as […]
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Parks celebrate 2025 successes, look ahead
As Richmond Parks and Recreation Department makes ambitious plans for the future, it celebrated its 2025 accomplishments March 12 with its board. “Last year, we were very busy, and we had a great year,” Superintendent Denise Retz said. The parks had 884 volunteers donate 5,436 hours and received $381,000 in grants and donations. There were […]