Citing needs including security and accessible restrooms, three construction projects will move forward at Richmond High School. During its Feb. 18 meeting, Richmond Community Schools’ board approved three bid awards for Career Center restrooms, a secure entrance and classroom reconfiguration. Pridemark Construction and Thor Construction each submitted bids for the three projects. They are: In […]
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Food inspectors find spills, chills and warm queso
The Wayne County Health Department conducted food inspections for 64 establishments between Feb. 2 and Feb. 13. Eighteen had violations, with three follow-ups. Many violations included a lack of proper sanitizer for warewashing and missing cleaning policies. Violations No Violations Follow-Up Temporary
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Centerville seeks feedback on future plans
Centerville town officials welcome feedback on its comprehensive plan through a public open house. The informal event takes place from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, March 12, at town hall, 220 E. Main St. Participants can review materials, participate in exercises at their leisure and ask questions of the consulting team. The plan will help town leaders […]
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Election preparations include forum, equipment test
Election staff and political parties are working to organize the May 5 primary election and to help the public gather more information about candidates. Deadlines to update an outdated address, register to vote or to request an absentee ballot are coming up in April as well. Candidate forum About a month before voters can begin […]
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County boosts HELP payments
An organization that shelters dogs waiting to find their forever homes is expected to get more financial support from county government. Wayne County’s commissioners have agreed to increase payments for unaltered dogs the county shelters with HELP the Animals. Commissioners Aaron Roberts and Brad Dwenger approved the 2026 contract during their Feb. 25 meeting. Commissioner […]
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PHOTOS: Lincoln renovation open house
Western Wayne Schools employees, school board members, community leaders and construction representatives are among those cutting the ribbon during a Friday, Feb. 27, open house celebrating Lincoln Middle/High School’s renovation. Students took an active part in the celebration, displaying memorabilia and selling meals, gourmet sweets and merchandise. Lilley Photography captured these photos for the Western […]
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Eatery owners: Food/drink tax not worthwhile
Centerville’s public hearing on a proposed food and beverage tax appeared to raise more questions for town councilors than it provided answers. During the Feb. 24 hearing that preceded the monthly work session, a few entrepreneurs asked how the tax would affect their businesses and whether the money could positively impact the town. About a […]
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Independent joins Wayne County Judge race
Wayne County now has a contested race for judge featuring an independent and a Republican. Richmond attorney and law firm owner Jessica Richert announced her candidacy for Superior Court 2 on Feb. 13, saying she’s the county’s first-ever independent candidate for judge. Richert isn’t running in May’s primary. Independent candidates will be on the Nov. […]
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LHS Class of ‘76 plans 50th reunion
Lincoln High’s Class of 1976 will celebrate its 50th reunion Saturday, Sept. 12. The reunion welcomes everyone a part of the class community, including those who may not have graduated and spouses of class members lost throughout the years. All are welcome to reconnect and share in the collective memories. To stay connected with the […]
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Young professionals share passion for community
Business cards and ideas were exchanged at Rose City Connect’s first young professionals networking event on Feb. 19 at Rare Breed Fitness, 419 N. Eighth St., in Richmond. The meet-and-greet laid the groundwork for entrepreneurs to network with like-minded individuals. Business owners and professionals from various fields shared their services and goals. Whether health care […]