While applauding Hagerstown residents and businesses’ eagerness to prepare for the 2024 solar eclipse, Brian Longbons is sounding a cautionary note. A second public planning meeting is planned for Thursday, Oct. 12. “There is a lot of interest in people doing a lot of things” to welcome an expected horde of visitors during the April […]
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’50 Over 50′ puts women in new light
Susanna Tanner began feeling invisible when she entered her early 50s. She decided to help other women in her age group and beyond feel visible through sharing their stories and finding new ways to present their images. The Richmond-based professional photographer began developing a series of portraits called the “50 Over 50 Project,” on display […]
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3 council members oppose funded, unbalanced budget
Richmond Common Council passed a $60 million budget for 2024, but three council members voted against it. Ron Oler, Jeff Cappa and Larry Parker said last year that they would not vote for another budget that does not have its expenditures matching the city’s income, and all three lived up to their words during the […]
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WWN wins state journalism awards
The Western Wayne News team was recognized for excellence in reporting and online publishing at a recent industry awards event. The Hoosier State Press Association’s 2023 Journalism Conference and Awards Luncheon on Oct. 6 lauded Dan Harney’s work reporting on the Hagerstown Little League World Series 2022 journey with a first place award for Best […]
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Would McBride Stadium purchase be home run or strikeout?
At least one Richmond Community Schools official believes if the district buys and renovates McBride Stadium, students, families, residents and even additional youth teams will come and enjoy the landmark. RCS Chief Operations Officer Karen Scalf presented a detailed plan to the school board at its Wednesday, Sept. 27 meeting about what she called an […]
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3 groups continue Rural-Urban Dinner
A coalition of three service clubs is continuing the 64-year tradition of recognizing a Good Friend and Neighbor at the Nettle Creek Rural-Urban Dinner. The Rural-Urban Dinner is scheduled for 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 19, at Willie & Red’s, 40 E. Main St. in Hagerstown, according to David Williamson, the Economy Lions Club president. The […]
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Chamber honors community-improvement efforts
Mitch and Amber Mills gave a tired building new energy and a fun vibe for their Leaning Lily business. That effort earned them the 2023 Exemplary Award when the Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce presented its annual Community Improvement Awards during a Sept. 12 banquet at Hartley Hills Golf Club in Hagerstown. Leaning Lily […]
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Centerville receiving accreditation, federal feedback
Centerville-Abington Community Schools is gaining a variety of feedback from national sources. CACS has received its federal accountability report cards for each of its four school buildings in 2022-2023. Although it varies by age group, the cards offer overall ratings for achievement and progress in academics, closing achievement gaps in English/language arts and math. They […]
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100+ vendors expected for 4th Street Fair
The revitalized 4th Street Fair returns this week with its second After Dusk kickoff celebration. Vendors and entertainers can be found at the 42nd fall festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7, and Sunday, Oct. 8, between South B and D streets in Richmond. More than 100 vendors are expected for the […]
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Commission supports zoning for self-storage facility
A zoning change that would allow a self-storage facility on Industries Road returns to Richmond Common Council with a recommendation for approval from the city’s plan commission. The Richmond Advisory Plan Commission voted 6-0 during its Sept. 27 meeting to recommend the outdoor commercial zoning for a 6.25-acre lot on the southeast corner of Industries […]