A misunderstanding led a Hagerstown-area business to violate terms of its zoning variance, but that’s no longer a problem. The Wayne County Board of Zoning Appeals amended its 2023 variance of use to bring Elam Lapp’s shed-building business into compliance. The board met July 9. Lapp said he believed the 2023 variance permitted him to […]
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Richmond mayor to chair land bank
Wayne County’s new land bank selected its board and committee leaders to oversee home acquisitions while preparing to hire a part-time employee. The land bank’s board met Tuesday, July 7, at Economic Development Corp. of Wayne County’s office. The land bank’s goal is to acquire, stabilize and secure blighted residential properties in hopes of increasing […]
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New phone system alters IT staffer’s responsibilities
Wayne County government’s new voice-over internet protocol phone system has significantly changed duties for one position in the information technology department. To keep up with those changes, Craig Eason, the county’s IT director, asked the county commissioners during their July 8 meeting for permission to revise the job description for the phone system’s administrator. He […]
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Bucket truck to cost RP&L $220,800
A Circleville, Ohio, company will provide Richmond Power & Light with a new 48-foot bucket truck. RP&L’s board, which is composed of Richmond Common Council members, awarded the bid to Utility Truck Equipment during a July 6 meeting. The truck will cost $220,800 with a Feb. 19, 2027, estimated delivery date. RP&L General Manager Tony […]
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BZA vote provides coffee, pet treats
By next spring, coffee lovers and their furry friends could have a new east-side place to pick up treats. The Richmond Board of Zoning Appeals on July 8 approved 5-0 a variance of development standards that will enable Schlosser Coffee 2 of Portland to build a Scooter’s Coffee at 4563 National Road E., the former […]
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Wayne County cooling centers provide relief from heat
This summer, several county entities are serving as cooling centers for respite from extreme heat. Study the nearest centers’ times as provided by Reid Health Community Engagement. Visit IN211.org or dial 2-1-1 for more information.
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Mental health, wellness grant program awards $250K
More than 40 nonprofits were awarded as part of Reid Health’s Community Grant Program. The first cycle saw $250,000 disbursed to support programs focused on mental health, recovery and wellness. These needs were identified through the 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment that Reid Health Community Engagement conducts every three years, highlighting the most important health […]
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Candidates appearing July 18 at Centerville Farmers Market
Centerville Farmers Market is offering a chance for prospective voters to interact with candidates for township, county and state elected offices. The market’s Local Politics Day is planned Saturday, July 18, during its regular weekly hours of 4-7 p.m. Vendors sell their wares at the intersection of North Morton Avenue and Crown Creek Boulevard near […]
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Council honors centenarian, superintendent
Hagerstown’s Leonard Bicknell and Mike Beeson were special honorees at the council’s July 6 meeting. Bicknell turned 100 years old, earning a proclamation designating his birthday, June 20, “Leonard Bicknell Day.” The owner of Bicknell Oil was celebrated for his support of local sports and the community food pantry. His legacy extends to five children, […]
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Rural Urban Dinner scheduled for July 16 at Willie & Red’s
The winner of the 66th annual Good Friend and Neighbor Award will soon be known. Economy Lions Club will give the award during the Rural Urban Dinner on Thursday, July 16, at Willie & Red’s, 40 E. Main, Hagerstown. Reservations are requested by calling the restaurant at 765-489-4131. Guests will pay $17.95 for their meal, […]