Two western Wayne County veterans whose daughters were classmates didn’t realize they were both traveling on the 39th Indy Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. until the day before their journey. That was the first surprise of many on the action-packed trip Larry Gumm and Jerry Doddridge took Saturday, May 20. Their sightseeing experience in the […]
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Veterans organizing Memorial Day weekend services
Veterans and community organizations have planned several Memorial Day weekend tributes and special events around the area that are open to the public. Beyond attending services, American Legion leaders also encourage residents to examine their flags and replace them if they’re tattered. Veterans’ organizations will accept old flags for proper disposal. Saturday, May 27 Crown […]
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Veteran receives quilt
Former Western Wayne resident Joe “Steve” Carroll, now of New Albany, recently was surprised with a Quilt of Valor made by three women to recognize his service to the United States. At the top it says, “Captain Joe Carroll, US Army, Vietnam – Company Commander.” Supplied
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Sheriff requests approval to purchase armored vehicle
Sheriff Randy Retter renewed his request to purchase a tactical vehicle during the May 24 workshop with Wayne County Council and commissioners. Retter last year applied for a grant that would have funded purchase of an armored vehicle; however, he did not receive the grant. He returned May 24 with a new proposal to purchase […]
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Honoring fallen officers, their families
Seara Burton’s name was read first during Friday’s annual Peace Officers Memorial Service honoring Wayne County law enforcement. The Richmond Police Department K-9 officer became the county’s 16th officer to lose their life in the line of duty Sept. 18, when she died from gunshot injuries sustained Aug. 10 during a traffic stop. Burton was […]
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State funding boost will help address county’s low life expectancy
Wayne County’s life expectancy ranks second lowest among Indiana’s 92 counties, at about 73 years. The county’s health department is preparing to address factors that end lives prematurely, using additional funding it will receive from the recently passed two-year state budget. That budget includes a $225 million investment in public health. Counties must opt to […]
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RCS approves teacher stipends
Facing district teacher turnover averaging 25% and as high as 50% in some schools, Richmond Community Schools has approved a plan to improve teacher retention using two types of supplemental payments. One teacher group says the process didn’t follow proper protocol. First, all RCS teachers rated as highly effective or effective on this year’s evaluation […]
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Historic Preservation Commission looks to grow its impact
Richmond’s Historic Preservation Commission members want to better promote and influence preservation in the city. Most are citizens living in historic homes who want to protect and enhance the city’s history. Unfortunately, the group often is called upon to make difficult decisions about demolitions involving historic buildings. They are taking steps, however, to expand their […]
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Centerville veterans parade and celebration
A parade and celebration honored military veterans Saturday in Centerville. Vehicles of all kinds with flags waving passed appreciative observers along East Main Street. Photos by Millie Martin Emery Then, veterans were recognized during a ceremony at Maplewood Park.
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6th-graders moving to WW Elementary
In a meeting most notable for its brevity, the Western Wayne School board decided to move sixth grade from Lincoln Middle/High School to Western Wayne Elementary School. This year’s fifth grade pupils will attend sixth grade at the elementary school, following a unanimous vote at the May 17 board meeting. Superintendent Andy Stover recommended the […]