Schools, libraries and other community partners are stepping up to gather or provide food or connect people facing financial struggles with resources. Some efforts are new, and some seasonal food drives are resuming as the holidays approach. Community contributions are welcome for various projects across Wayne County. Thanksgiving dinner returns A Richmond congregation has agreed […]
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Sewage district sniffs out odor solutions
Western Wayne Regional Sewage District is trying another weapon in its war upon bad odors in Cambridge City. Residents who live near the treatment plant at 200 S. Plum St., a few blocks southeast of downtown, have raised concerns about the odors for about two years. Passersby on U.S. 40 sometimes can detect the odor. […]
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Mayor Oler: ‘We’re working the comprehensive plan’ goals
Richmond Mayor Ron Oler thinks some cities put their comprehensive plans on a shelf after developing them, and doesn’t intend to let that happen here. “We’re working the comprehensive plan; that’s the best part,” Oler said Oct. 29 after the Richmond Advisory Plan Commission voted 7-0 to recommend Richmond Common Council approve the update of […]
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Centerville council braces for service cuts
Financial cuts to government services keep coming, and two Centerville leaders are learning just how hard they’ll hit the town in the next few years. During council’s Oct. 28 work session, Council President Dan Wandersee called the presentations he and Town Manager Kevin Slick heard at the Accelerate Indiana Municipalities conference about property tax changes […]
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PHOTOS: Cool cars are show’s stars
The 53rd annual Vintage Wheels Car Club Rod and Custom Car Show was held on Saturday, Nov. 1, in First Bank Expo Hall at the Wayne County Fairgrounds. Attendees walked through rows of vintage and custom cars. Joshua Smith captured these photos of the event for Western Wayne News.
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Students add flair to the snow fleet
Some Richmond and Wayne County snow plows will look different when you see them plowing roads this winter. You might see one telling you to “Think Spring,” with a vibrant sun. Or, one with a viper. Or, one with snowmen. A project allowed schoolchildren from Richmond Community Schools, Centerville-Abington schools and Western Wayne schools to […]
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‘Charlotte’s Web’ spins friendship yarn
Stage One Youth Theatre will present the timeless story of friendship between Wilbur the pig and Charlotte the spider for one weekend. Performances of “Charlotte’s Web” begin at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 7, and Saturday, Nov. 8, and at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 9, at Richmond Civic Theatre, 1003 E. Main St., Richmond. Students will […]
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School receives state’s Blue Ribbon
Richmond Community Schools’ Charles Elementary School has been selected as a 2025 Indiana Blue Ribbon School. According to an RCS news release, the designation celebrates schools that demonstrate exemplary academic performance and employ innovative approaches to meet all learners’ diverse needs. Charles earned this recognition for fostering an environment where excellence is both expected and […]
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Inspectors find expired baby food, mold-like substance
Wayne County Health Department inspectors discovered a grocer, three restaurants and a food truck out of compliance during recent routine inspections of local food establishments. The classification of being in or out of compliance replaces the previous health department terminology of critical and noncritical violations. Compliance is based on the number of risk factor or […]
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Coalition seeks to build early education resources
Hundreds of Wayne County parents who want to work but can’t afford childcare could be getting help from a regional coalition. According to the East Central Indiana Teaching Resources and Advocacy Connector, work-willing parents are eager to work but struggle to overcome various barriers to access early care and learning programs. These barriers include affordability, […]