Kevin Fouche returned as Wayne County coroner Jan. 1, 2021, to serve with passion and improve the office. Believing he lacked support from Wayne County Council, Fouche became disheartened enough that he decided not to run this year for another term. Now, he’s resigned before his term concludes, effective Aug. 9. He addressed his resignation […]
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East Germantown asks questions about fire coverage
Leaders of two Western Wayne towns have agreed to work together to resolve questions about fire protection service. East Germantown organized a town hall meeting on Thursday, Aug. 8. Council President Steve Mills led members and residents in asking questions about previous, current and potential future contracts with Cambridge City regarding fire coverage. East Germantown […]
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Burton bridge ceremony is Aug. 14
Motorists driving past Richmond on Interstate 70 will forever be reminded about the service and sacrifice of a Richmond Police Department officer. The U.S. 27 bridge across I-70 will be named the Officer Seara Burton Memorial Bridge during an Aug. 14 ceremony. State Rep. Brad Barrett, a Richmond Republican who represents District 27, initiated renaming […]
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Nettle Creek asks all to apply for lunch program
With nearly half of all students already qualifying for free or reduced lunches, Nettle Creek school officials are encouraging families to apply for the program to help qualify for funding that would assist the whole district. Some grant funding for schools requires that at least half of all students in a school district meet income […]
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5 seeking 3 seats in Hagerstown
Hagerstown now has five candidates for three at-large town council seats, and town voters will decide Aug. 13 who will represent them. Leslie Rogers filed to run for Hagerstown’s council before the Aug. 1 deadline. She faces Chris W. Blaase, Allan Bullock, Bradley Robert Clark and Dillon Pitcher. No one filed for other parties. For […]
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Shoes for Kids will continue after ReidRide ends
Reid Health’s 15th and final ReidRide will take place this weekend, but its commitment to buying shoes for kids isn’t ending. The fundraiser, organized by Reid Health Foundation, will move toward what Reid officials describe in a news release as an “exciting new event to celebrate wellness in a different way beginning in 2025. More […]
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Law enforcement stepping up patrols for bus safety
As kids head back to school and buses begin rolling again, Wayne County Sheriff’s Office reminds drivers speeding around a bus or ignoring a stop arm is reckless and illegal. “Ensuring the safety of our children is our top priority. Drivers must stop for school bus stop arms — no exceptions,” said Sheriff Randy Retter […]
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Centerville employees move into renovated former bank
A move that’s been more than three years in the making is complete. Centerville’s municipal building closed Wednesday, July 31, through Friday, Aug. 2, for its employees to move their offices into the former US Bank branch. The renovated office at 220 E. Main St. was to open Monday, Aug. 5, to the public for […]
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Northeastern seeks Purple Star designation
Northeastern Wayne School Corporation is taking steps to provide extra support for children of military service members. The school board agreed to provide a “trained point of contact” to offer support services for military families. In passing a Purple Star Resolution, the board acknowledged that students in some military families sometimes attend six to nine […]
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Playground ribbon-cutting set for Aug. 15
A ribbon is being cut next week at one of Wayne County’s new playgrounds. East Germantown, also known as Pershing, is celebrating its new playground at 3 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15. The public is invited to attend. “We are excited to celebrate with all our neighbors,” said Sheila Mills, who helped champion the fundraising campaign. […]