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Property tax bills may sting

Increased assessments affect amounts due in May, Nov. Spring property tax bills will be arriving in mailboxes, and Wayne County officials want taxpayers to prepare themselves to contribute a little more to local infrastructure this year. “We’ve already been warned by the state that they’re going to be higher than people expected them to be,” […]

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Discussion planned on ‘Why does history make us uncomfortable?’

Indiana Landmarks is hosting an online and in-person panel discussion called “Why does history make us uncomfortable?” at a time when school districts and Indiana General Assembly are considering restrictions on teaching materials. The free event is set for 6 p.m. April 10 at Indiana Landmarks Center, 1201 Central Ave., Indianapolis, and online via Zoom. Panelists include James H. […]

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Governor: State budget, priorities ‘on the right track’ so far

Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb remains hopeful that proposed investments in public health, housing, early childhood education, school safety and first responders will move forward during the final weeks of the legislative session. During an exclusive interview with Western Wayne News during his March 23 visit to Blue Buffalo, Holcomb said it’s an “interesting” time, comparing […]

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Antiques, auction expert remembered

Shane Hawkins shared expertise around county Wayne County auction and antique enthusiasts and business owners are among those mourning the loss of Shane Hawkins. Hawkins, a 54-year-old Fountain City resident, was known around the county through his work and community involvement. The Northeastern graduate died March 13. Hawkins provided a deep knowledge of antiques and […]

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City increases planning, zoning focus

Mayor restructures positions, plans department of planning and zoning Richmond Mayor Dave Snow plans to restructure positions to intensify the city’s focus on planning and zoning. Ian Vanness, the director of infrastructure and development, left the city, and that position will be eliminated. The city planner position will become director of planning, and a new […]

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With bridge out, find a new route

U.S. 27 bridge closing for demolition, replacement If your journeys through Richmond cross the U.S. 27 bridge in the Depot District, it’s time to find a new route. The Indiana Department of Transportation plans to close the bridge April 3, or shortly thereafter, to begin a $12.8 million bridge-replacement project five years in the planning. […]

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Centerville starting car, craft shows

Athletic department favors all-sports fundraisers Centerville-Abington Community Schools is starting two new community events as it moves away from individual team fundraisers in favor of athletic department campaigns supporting all sports. Athletic Director Shane Osting said businesses will be contacted fewer times with donation requests. Team needs would be served in a rotation. Osting noted […]

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City, state ride investment momentum

State support helps downtown apartment project develop As he did March 23 for the Blue Buffalo plant expansion groundbreaking, Gov. Eric Holcomb visits Richmond and Wayne County for celebrations. Whether ground-breaking or ribbon-cutting ceremonies, investments by new or expanding companies providing new jobs are celebrated. Thursday morning at Blue Buffalo and later during an Indiana […]