Gummy bears, sharks and penguins are among the subjects that local high school students drew, painted or sculpted for the All Wayne County High School Art Exhibition. The display is open through May 17 at Richmond Art Museum, 350 Hub Etchison Parkway. Hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays, and admission is free. Students from Centerville, […]
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Town submits tech order before 5% hike
Centerville councilors voted to approve leasing 25 laptops just before a vendor’s 5% price increase. At council’s April 29 meeting, Assistant Fire Chief Jimmy Lawrence noted the need for computers for town utility workers, firefighters and police officers. Lawrence said some utility workers use phones to complete tasks because their tablets barely turn on, and […]
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2 counties, town receive total of $610K in grants
Three area Indiana communities have received portions of $3.6 million in federal grants. Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs announced the 20 winners of owner-occupied rehabilitation and planning grants. Henry County received $500,000 to establish a program to help low- and moderate-income homeowners make repairs on their homes. Eligible repairs include roof repair or […]
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Bill to trim health care costs, combat fraud heads to governor
Indiana General Assembly passed State Rep. Brad Barrett’s (R-Richmond) legislation that he said will reduce health care costs, improve transparency and empower patients across Indiana. With recent amendments, Barrett said the legislation now includes stronger patient protections and expanded oversight measures. A key provision of House Enrolled Act 1003 strengthens site of service billing standards […]
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2 orchestras offer ‘Bluey,’ Berlioz
With selections ranging from a children’s cartoon theme to a harp concerto, two orchestras will perform for all ages on Saturday, May 10. Richmond Symphony Orchestra concludes its season with “A Finale Fantastique” at 7:30 p.m. in Civic Hall, 380 Hub Etchison Parkway. Selections include Debussy’s “Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun,” Gliere’s “Harp […]
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RCS reviewing student support needs
Richmond Community Schools is evaluating data on student attendance, grades and behavior, and how often students are accessing social services, as they try to meet their various needs. At RCS’ April 23 board meeting, Bridget Hazelbaker, director of student support and communications, and Elizabeth Markward, assistant superintendent of elementary education, described student support service partnerships. […]
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Dedicated & delightful
As a ninth grader, Judy Spicer wanted spending money of her own, so she got a job shelving books at Morrisson-Reeves Library. “I’ve been here ever since,” Spicer said last week — 55 years later — during her retirement party in the library’s Bard Room. MRL staff, family members, patrons and friends gathered to honor […]
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Community events from May 7-27
May 7-11 Thursday, May 8 May 8-10 May 8-11 and 15-18 Friday, May 9 May 9-11 Saturday, May 10 Sunday, May 11 Monday, May 12 Tuesday, May 13 Wednesday, May 14 Thursday, May 15 May 15-17 Friday, May 16 May 16-17 May 16-18 Saturday, May 17 Sunday, May 18 Tuesday, May 20 Wednesday, May 21 […]
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Don’t feed the plants!
In this season of cheerful tulips and viburnum, man-eating plants are making a bold splash at Richmond Civic Theatre. “Little Shop of Horrors,” which combines music, comedy and horror, will be performed on two weekends. It’s the final show of RCT’s 2024-2025 season. Shows are at 7:30 p.m. from Thursday, May 8, through Saturday, May […]
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Free copies of ‘The Wild Robot’ offered
Wayne County kids and families are encouraged to all read the same book in the coming weeks. Every Child Can Read, a local nonprofit, is offering a new initiative, Wayne County Reads. Sixteen sponsors have defrayed the cost of distributing multiple copies of one common book at five libraries and a bookstore. Free copies of […]