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Q&A with Wayne County auditor candidates

The current Wayne County auditor (Kimberly Walton) and a former county auditor (Mark Hoelscher) are both seeking votes in the Republican primary. Questions 1) In your opinion, what are the top three priorities of the office you’re seeking? 2) What is working well now in that office and what would you change? 3) What technology […]

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Bank donates $1M to secure naming rights for 2 buildings

County officials began courting potential sponsors for naming rights at Wayne County Fairgrounds in 2019, but the pandemic put that pursuit on hold. However, conversations recently resumed, and at the April 20 workshop of county commissioners and council members, they learned a commitment of $1 million has been pledged toward ongoing improvements of the facilities […]

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IU East chancellor announces upcoming retirement

Indiana University East Chancellor Kathy Girten has announced her retirement at the end of this academic year. Girten announced Wednesday, March 23, that she plans to retire June 30, 2022. She also is serving as the acting chancellor for IU Southeast in New Albany, Indiana. Girten was named IU East’s first female, and sixth chancellor, […]