Schools recognized for Business Professionals of America skills By Millie Emery and Bob Hansen After years of state and national recognition, it comes as no surprise that Wayne County schools are again sending students to a national competition for their business skills. This year, 40 local students are headed to what’s called one of the […]
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Animal sanctuary’s future more paws-itive
Unexpected gift helps resolve land concern Midwestern animal advocates have rallied to support a local refuge for pets and wildlife with varying needs. “We are staying, and all of the residents are safe,” said Liberty Acres United Rescue Animal Sanctuary Director Shell Young. “We can continue our mission to save senior, geriatric, disabled and special […]
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Furniture ministry seeks new home
A Wayne County ministry that furnishes homes soon will be homeless. St. Vincent de Paul must vacate its storage space at Richmond State Hospital because the building was deemed unsafe. President Tony Talbert said they must find a new location by June 6, or the ministry will have to shut down after 22 years. The […]
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Community rallies in support of well-loved worker at Mini Mart
By Bob Hansen Justin Farmer had a stroke. No one knows how long it was before his aunt found him unconscious. But in only four days, the Fountain City community where he lives and works came together in his support. Farmer, 50, is a well-loved fixture at Martin’s Country Mart, a convenience store along U.S. […]
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Historic site gets new stewards
Indiana Landmarks finds area buyer for Huddleston site; family aims to preserve farmhouse for future generations A home as unique as the Huddleston Farmhouse — a former inn for U.S. 40 travelers and a museum — doesn’t fit everyone’s needs, budgets or talents. After about a year on the market, Indiana Landmarks officials announced Friday […]
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Orchestra hires music director
Lopera offers ‘unbounding energy, passion’ After inviting audiences to watch five conductors audition for their potential new job, Richmond Symphony Orchestra has hired its top choice. Late last week, Maestro Andrés Lopera entered a three-year contract with RSO as its fourth-ever music director. RSO Board President Jeff Carter said Lopera “brings unbounding energy and passion […]
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U.S. 40 crash damage estimated at $75K
Vehicle destroys library, business signs Damage has been estimated at about $75,000 after a vehicle went off the road and crashed into several signs in downtown Centerville. The accident took place just after 10:30 p.m. March 12. A Centerville man apparently had a medical episode while driving east along U.S. 40 and crossed the center […]
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Continuing sewer overflow prevention, Council approves bond allowance
Sanitary District plans $6.6 million loan with $2 million forgiven by state Richmond Common Council will allow Richmond Sanitary District to increase its bond allowance to cover an upcoming $11 million project. Council voted 7-1 in favor of the resolution during its March 6 meeting. Sanitary Director Pat Smoker had presented the resolution Feb. 20, […]
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Centerville to correct electric rate typo
Special council meeting, public hearing set for March 20 Although they don’t expect the outcome will change, Centerville’s council members are conducting another public hearing and special council meeting related to an already-approved increase in electric rates. An ordinance was introduced at a short March 6 meeting to correct a mistake in the newly increased […]
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Superior Court 3 to receive additional security
Commissioners also open bridge, culvert bids Additional security will soon be provided in one of Wayne County’s courts. It’ll only be for Superior 3 right now because that’s all current funding will allow. During their March 8 meeting, commissioners unanimously approved contracting with Whisenhunt Construction for $32,000 to provide shatter-resistant film for the courtroom and […]