After retiring from the military, Joe Webb’s wife encouraged him to find something to do since he was restless. Doing something has now evolved into becoming Cambridge City’s public works superintendent. Webb has served as interim superintendent since January. Council advertised the job, and after an executive session to conduct interviews, approved Webb for the […]
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Bid approved for renovation’s next phase
Western Wayne Schools’ board approved a bid package for the next phase of Lincoln Middle/High School’s renovation. The board approved the base bid and alternates from Brumbaugh Construction of Arcanum, Ohio, during its one-topic special meeting on Tuesday, May 13. The board’s action gives David Inderstrodt, owner of Richmond-based Maze Design, permission to prepare a […]
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Judge sets lawsuit hearing on motion to dismiss
A hearing has been scheduled to consider the Wayne County prosecutor’s request for dismissal of a lawsuit filed against him by a Richmond Police Department major. Judge Bob A. Witham will consider Prosecutor Mike Shipman’s dismissal motion at 10:45 a.m. June 12 in Henry County Circuit Court 1. Witham was appointed special judge in the […]
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Western Wayne celebrates successes, navigates change
Western Wayne Schools approved new board member Ryan Riggs, celebrated a $5,000 grant for books and hired a high school basketball coach and teacher, among several positions. Schools During its May 14 meeting, Western Wayne Elementary Principal Elizabeth Miller noted a colleague’s use of the word “mayotic,” a combination of mayhem and chaotic, to describe […]
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Former blighted Cambridge house renovated and sold
Cambridge City council addressed door-to-door sales, blight, town property maintenance and other topics during its May 12 meeting. Blight A house formerly on a demolition list, 411 W. Front St., has sold after renovations. Improvements are beginning at 415 W. Front St. Councilor Gary Cole received confirmation that the town can use county grant funds […]
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Photos: Parade honors vets
Centerville volunteers organized another Armed Forces Day parade on Saturday, May 17. Area veterans, organizations and first responders joined along the U.S. 40 route, and many tossed candy to children. Grand marshal Jim Howell received several handshakes from former students, as well as a quilt, plaque and mug at Maplewood Park. Millicent Martin Emery took […]
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Band, students invited to perform in Indy 500 parade
Centerville Senior High School’s Blue Regiment is one of 14 marching bands chosen from around the nation to join this year’s Indianapolis 500 festivities. In addition, several local students will perform as part of the National Band Association Indiana All-Star Band, proudly wearing their school’s uniform. Leaders of the 500 Festival selected the bands for […]
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Parent, graduate joins WWS board
Western Wayne Schools chose a father of five to restore its board to five members, and now he’ll serve alongside his own fifth grade teacher. At their meeting on Wednesday, May 14, board members unanimously chose Ryan Riggs of Mount Auburn to fill the seat previously held by David Sturgis, who left the board in […]
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Photos: Dinosaur deputy scoots to 2nd victory
Wayne County Sheriff’s Deputy Brad Dwenger defended his Safety Village Grand Prix title May 15 during the second year of Birth to Five’s event at Safety Village of Wayne County. Eight participants wearing inflatable costumes raced scooters around the Safety Village streets. In a battle of dinosaur inflatables, Dwenger beat Megan Lamb in the championship […]
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Decision needed on syringe program extension
Dr. Jennifer Bales, Wayne County’s health officer, sees benefits from extending the county’s syringe services program that expires June 30. She presented her thoughts and data about the program to the Wayne County Board of Health during its May 13 meeting. Bales said the county continues facing a intravenous drug problem and a ongoing epidemic […]