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 […]
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BZA allows accessory dwelling for family member
A Richmond family received permission to build an accessory dwelling for a family member on their South 22nd Street property. During its Oct. 15 meeting, the Richmond Board of Zoning Appeals voted 4-0 in favor of the request by Martel and Shannon Winburn for a special exception in the medium-density, single-family zoning district. The Winburns […]
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Food inspectors: Warm Lunchables not so munchable
Wayne County Health Department inspectors discovered 11 taverns, restaurants, convenience stores and a grocer out of compliance during recent routine inspections of local food establishments. They also investigated four complaints and conducted six follow-up visits to verify that prior concerns were addressed. The classification of being in or out of compliance replaces the previous health […]
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Commissioners consider fairgrounds parking lot
Wayne County’s commissioners plan to add 95 vehicle parking spaces at the county’s fairgrounds. They received a drainage report from Brandon Sanders, the county engineer, and Mike Sharp, the county highway supervisor, during the Oct. 15 commissioners meeting. The lot would be east of First Bank Expo Hall. Runoff water would be diverted to three […]
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Cambridge City budget ‘best’ under circumstances
Cambridge City is facing increasing challenges to its 2026 budget from rising property tax caps. During town council’s Oct. 13 public hearing on the budget, Bob Bever said the town may collect $559,451 of the $849,040 that it would otherwise use to provide services. The cap gap increased from $290,000 to $375,700 in one year. […]
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Community events from Oct. 22 through Nov. 1
Wednesday, Oct. 22 Thursday, Oct. 23 Friday, Oct. 24 Oct. 24-25 Saturday, Oct. 25 Sunday, Oct. 26 Monday, Oct. 27 Tuesday, Oct. 28 Oct. 28-Nov. 13 Wednesday, Oct. 29 Thursday, Oct. 30 Oct. 30-Nov. 1 Friday, Oct. 31 Oct. 31-Nov. 1 Oct. 31-Nov. 2 Saturday, Nov. 1 Nonprofits can send events to contact@westernwaynenews.com for publication […]
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Public meetings for Oct. 22-30
Wednesday, Oct. 22 Thursday, Oct. 23 Monday, Oct. 27 Tuesday, Oct. 28 Wednesday, Oct. 29 Thursday, Oct. 30 Meeting details can change with little notice. Contact the hosting organization to confirm time, location and agenda.
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County OKs padded budget, awaits state direction
Wayne County Council approved a 2026 budget that includes padding to ensure they receive as much property tax revenue as possible. The $43,078,809 in the general fund includes $6 million in council’s one-time expenditures line item, rather than the usual $3 million. Max Smith, council’s president, said he fully expects the state’s Department of Local […]