Centerville’s police chief has decided it’s the right time to retire, and he has a successor in mind. Ed Buchholz told town council at its March 11 meeting that his last day on the job will be May 30. Buchholz said council ultimately can choose anyone to hire to lead the police department. However, he […]
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BZA rejects 2 businesses in ag zoning
The Wayne County Board of Zoning Appeals twice decided March 13 that light manufacturing and light industrial businesses were not appropriate at residences on agriculturally zoned properties. BZA members denied two variances of use by men wanting to open businesses. David Stoltzfus wanted to build sheds at 5869 Dingle Road in Greens Fork, and Abner […]
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Farmers market site likely changing, again
Cambridge City business owners, volunteers and town council members are working together to modify a recently announced farmers market site. At February’s meeting, council approved Cambridge City Main Street’s request to move the market to the first block of North Foote Street to attract U.S. 40 traffic. However, Paul and Pam Fowler, who recently bought […]
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Crain building conundrum and conversation continue
Time has done the former Crain Sanitarium building and the house next door no favors. Both buildings have sat deteriorating for years, and despite growing interest to salvage the structures, time continues to pass. The buildings again were a discussion topic during the March 10 Historic Preservation Commission meeting. Michele Walker, the commission president, said […]
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Ride ’em, Bulldogs
Ride ’em, Bulldogs Centerville Senior High School’s Fellowship of Christian Athletes offered a donkey basketball competition on Wednesday, March 12, in connection with Donkey Ball Entertainment. Sixteen adult riders, including teachers, alumni, police and coaches, and 15 student riders were scheduled to compete. Grades K-6 were invited to ride a donkey at no extra charge.
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Seniors select their teachers to honor
Three high-achieving seniors from several high schools have, in turn, honored teachers, coaches or organization advisers who have influenced them. The 40th annual Indiana Student-Teacher Achievement Recognition program recognizes students and teachers for excellence, integrity and commitment. Centerville, Lincoln and Hagerstown participate in I-STAR, as well as Tri, Connersville, Union County, Franklin County and Rushville. […]
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Dot Foods to move health clinic
Dot Foods plans to move its family health clinic onto its Gateway Industrial Park facility. The services available for employees and families will be located in a permanent, modular building at the east end of an existing parking lot accessible from Gateway Road. The building plan shows two examination rooms, a lab, restrooms, office and […]
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Health officer recommends ensuring measles protection
A child died in Texas during a recent measles outbreak, so Dr. Jennifer Bales, Wayne County’s health officer, advocated for measles vaccinations during the March 11 Board of Health meeting. Bales said it’s not time to panic because she had not heard about any cases in Indiana. However, she said residents should make sure they’re […]
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Missing hair restraints noted in food inspections
Inspectors discovered five critical and eight noncritical violations during recent routine inspections of local food establishments. The violations include unsanitary employee practices, policy violations, dirty equipment and improper food temperatures. Establishments are required to post the most recent routine inspection form adjacent to the front public entrance for potential customers to view. Wayne County Health […]
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Community events from March 19-31, 2025
Wednesday, March 19 Thursday, March 20 Friday, March 21 Saturday, March 22 Monday, March 24 Tuesday, March 25 Wednesday, March 26 March 26-30 Thursday, March 27 Friday, March 28 Saturday, March 29 Monday, March 31 Nonprofits can send events to contact@westernwaynenews.com for publication consideration. Please send events at least two weeks in advance.