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RHS grad leading Civic Hall arts center

Already serving as Richmond High School’s Devilettes director, Civic Hall Performing Arts Center’s new manager is settling into her added responsibilities. In a news release, Richmond Community Schools Superintendent Curtis Wright said 2003 RHS graduate Kimberly “Kim” Shipley is an ideal fit for the role she began in late September. He noted Shipley’s passion for […]

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Investigators: Photographer worked at Dublin skating rink

Investigators seek the public’s help in identifying more alleged victims of a photographer facing federal child exploitation charges. They say he took photos at Dublin Community Club and other venues. U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Indiana announced Tuesday, Oct. 28, that 22-year-old Mikell Shepard of Connersville has been charged with three counts […]

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NWS won’t buy more electric buses

Northeastern Wayne Schools hired a new assistant principal and discussed electric buses, a valedictorian wall and 2026 budgets during its Oct. 15 meeting. Administration Tracy Cox was hired as Northeastern High School’s new assistant principal. She previously worked at Union (Modoc) for about five years. Buses, budget, pay The board conducted hearings for next year’s […]

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PHOTOS: Happy Halloween

Families dressed up and had fun during Cambridge City Public Library’s Halloween-themed event. Kids had the opportunity to make spiders with pipe cleaners, ghost lollipops and other crafts at stations around the library. Millicent Martin Emery captured these photos of the event for WWN.

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Bulldogs: Time’s right for move

With a unanimous school board vote, Centerville-Abington Community Schools has committed to joining a new athletics/academic conference. After hearing Athletic Director Clay Bolser’s updates and his reasons to join the Eastern Crossroads Conference at their Wednesday, Oct. 22, meeting, board members voted 5-0 to begin the transition in 2026-27. The Bulldogs are the second Wayne […]

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N.W. 5th corridor study costs $174,000

Richmond will spend $174,000 to study North West Fifth Street and another $153,100 for design of a multiuse trail extension from the Depot District to the Cardinal Greenway. The city’s Board of Public Works and Safety approved contracts with Avenew, an Indianapolis consulting firm, and Clark Dietz, an Indianapolis engineering firm, with 3-0 votes during […]

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Parent seeks new crosswalk after car strikes child

Centerville’s town council heard about several safety topics, including a request for a crosswalk after a vehicle struck a child, a suggested parking restriction and upcoming sidewalk repairs. Discussions at the Oct. 14 meeting included: The speaker suggested adding a crosswalk at Plum and Morton Avenue, or Water Street north of Crown Creek Boulevard, for […]

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Flu season means it’s time for flu shots 

Flu season has begun, making this the best time to receive an influenza vaccine, according to the county health officer. Dr. Jennifer Bales discussed vaccinations during the Wayne County Board of Health’s Oct. 14 meeting. Flu season starts at the beginning of October and lasts through March, and it typically has two peaks, Bales said. […]

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Artist owns her moment

India Cruse-Griffin is booked and busy. The Richmond native and retired Richmond High School art teacher’s calling card is filled as far out as May 2026. This month, she had an exhibit and speaking engagement at Taylor University in Upland, Indiana, and is showcasing selected work as part of the DeHaan Artist of Distinction display […]