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Cat spay-neuter clinic will make area stops

A nonprofit mobile cat spay-neuter clinic will visit Liberty on May 31, Rushville on June 2, New Trenton (Franklin County) on June 7 and Connersville on June 8.  Appointments are available from Public Vet with a $10 deposit.   Those needing financial assistance are encouraged to apply at pub.vet before making an appointment. Organizers say “great” […]

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School questions new diploma plan

Northeastern Wayne Schools wants to learn more about how Indiana’s two proposed diploma options might affect academics, student opportunities and district finances.  Administrators and board members encourage stakeholders to learn more too, then share comments with state officials soon.  During NWS’ May 22 school board meeting, Superintendent Matthew Hicks said the new requirements are in […]

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6 groups to help address core health issues

The Wayne County Health Department will use six community groups to help address core services required by Health First Indiana funding. During a May 21 meeting, the county’s Board of Health allocated $703,355.44 to the six agencies and organizations selected from eight applicants. The board will use 2024 and 2025 Heath First Indiana funds as […]

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Balloons glowing for 10th time 

Time might fly, but hot air balloons will glow again outside Richmond Rose Garden on a June night while staying in place. Richmond Rose Garden volunteers are organizing the 10th 1stBLOOM&GLOW on Wednesday, June 5. The event celebrates the first blooms on the garden’s hundreds of rose bushes and raises money to maintain them.  Tickets […]

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Golf fundraisers set for June

Several organizations are offering fundraisers in June, and at least two of them are golf outings. Whitewater Valley Pro Bono Commission’s event begins with a 12:15 p.m. meal and 1 p.m. tee off on Friday, June 14, at Forest Hills Country Club in Richmond. The $80 individual or $300 foursome tickets will serve civil legal […]

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Preschool growth requires traffic update

Although school officials look forward to expanding preschool at Rose Hamilton Elementary this fall, they’re now discussing whether increased traffic will pose an added challenge.   At Centerville-Abington Community Schools’ May 22 board meeting, member Todd Dooley asked about the impact of additional families on traffic at the school.  Dooley suggested adding another route around the […]

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4 playground campaigns meet goals; 1 remains

Four local park fundraising campaigns have met their $50,000 goal to receive a $50,000 state match, and one more remains.  Dublin has raised $50,190 to improve Wilson Park. The goal was reached days before its May 25 deadline. Funds will provide new Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant ground surface for the current playground equipment purchased in […]

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RPD applies for $120K to purchase protective gear

Richmond Police Department will pursue nearly $120,000 in grants for protective equipment. Richmond Common Council approved 8-0 during its May 20 meeting two ordinances authorizing RPD to seek the grants. Council member Jerry Purcell recused himself from both votes because his son is an RPD officer and SWAT team member. Chief Kyle Weatherly said RPD […]

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Retiree spent 50 years in schools

Western Wayne Schools is saying goodbye to three retirees, one of whom has worked 50 years for the district.  Colleagues, friends, family and students stopped by an after-school open house May 21 to wish them well.   Beth Bowman After 22 years and many concerts at WWS, choral director Beth Bowman is stepping down. Before joining […]