Wayne County has had two Census tracts nominated for a federal Opportunity Zone designation that could help spark further development. Economic Development Corp. of Wayne County and the city of Richmond partnered to identify areas where a designation could have the greatest impact, said EDC’s Kayla Robinson. One tract includes Richmond’s Midwest Industrial Park and […]
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Consultant: Funding available to cover 2027 budget
A financial consultant confirmed for Wayne County Council that enough money will be available to fund the 2027 general fund budget. Ben Roeger of C.L. Coonrod & Assoc. increased his estimate for the county’s 2027 revenue to $35.761 million, a boost of about $250,000 from the figure presented Sept. 29. He also expects about $9 […]
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City’s 2027 budget dips into cash
Richmond expects to spend more than $300,000 from its general fund’s cash reserves during 2027. Next year’s budget, which includes $26,885,485 in general fund expenditures and $69,314,140 across all 28 funds that must be submitted to Indiana’s Department of Local Government Finance, was presented to Richmond Common Council during its Oct. 5 meeting. The general […]
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Cambridge City takes closer look at flood-damaged structures
Cambridge City’s town council voted Monday, Oct. 12, to join an Indiana Department of Homeland Security program that will send specialist teams to reassess about 200 structures damaged in August flooding. Teams from Tetra Tech, the state’s contractor, and its partner EGIS could begin work as soon as Wednesday, Oct. 14. Officials said they expect […]
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158 start off vote totals
On the first day of voting, 158 Wayne County residents submitted ballots in person at the courthouse or by mail. In-person absentee voting began Tuesday, Oct. 6, at Wayne County Courthouse, 301 E. Main St., Richmond. All registered Hoosiers can vote for secretary of state, comptroller and treasurer, and their U.S. representative in Congress. Wayne […]
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Longtime eatery ‘100%’ plans return after flood
Willow Springs owner Randy Braun loves using social media to promote the longtime Hagerstown eatery. But since an Aug. 12 post announcing its closure for the foreseeable future due to flooding, communications have been silent. The 840 sq. ft. building hidden at 453 Teetor Road endured four feet of water that destroyed 18 refrigerators and […]
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High school punts stigma to support mental health awareness
When the Bulldogs host their last home football game, fans can huddle to learn about mental health. Centerville High School and the Isaiah Michaels Foundation have partnered for a “Kicking the Stigma” event on Friday, Oct. 16, at 6 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to visit the booth before and during the game to learn how […]
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Wayne County leads state in measles cases
Wayne County’s confirmed measles case count has increased by two cases after staying steady for about two weeks, and health officials have clarified how they arrived at that number. According to Indiana Department of Health, Wayne County’s measles case count grew to eight on Friday, Oct. 9. Indiana’s measles dashboard shows 30 known measles cases […]
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Flood notebook: Bluegrass brings in the green
Cambridge City Public Library’s Sept. 25 bluegrass benefit concert raised more than $1,000 for Wayne County flood survivors. Library staff delivered proceeds to Wayne County Foundation for its Wayne County Cares Fund. Flood survivors can apply to their township trustee for funds toward expenses. Amounts vary by trustee; some have distributed more than $750 to […]
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Double-digit violations found in food inspections
A Richmond establishment gathered 13 violations in the latest food inspection report. Citations included malfunctioning faucets, soiled work areas and employee uniform, and improperly stored food. Violations Follow-Up No Violations Centerville: Rose Hamilton Elementary School Cambridge City: Back 40 Grocery; Recovery Works Hagerstown: Hagerstown Elementary Richmond: B&F Plastics; Belden Distribution; Tranzonic Companies; Johns Manville; Hill’s […]