Richmond Fire Department provides fire protection and emergency medical services outside the city’s boundaries in Wayne Township and Spring Grove. During its Sept. 25 meeting, the Richmond Board of Public Works and Safety approved contracts with both entities to continue RFD’s service in 2026. Wayne Township will pay $894,254, an increase of $93,508 from 2025’s […]
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Richmond sets new goals, paths to pursue
Richmond officials have drafted an updated comprehensive plan document that they say could shape community decision-making and help prioritize spending for years to come. Jennifer Barclay, the assistant project manager for HWC Engineering, presented an overview of the document during the Richmond Advisory Plan Commission’s Sept. 24 meeting. The city last created a comprehensive plan […]
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Texas Tenors return on 15th anniversary tour
Shortly after The Texas Tenors appeared on NBC’s “America’s Got Talent” TV show, they performed at Civic Hall Performing Arts Center in Richmond. Now, more than 2,000 concerts and two PBS specials later, the Tenors are visiting Richmond again on their 15th anniversary tour. They plan to offer new music along with their signature blend […]
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Teens ‘locked in’ to mock accident
More than 500 students experienced a mock vehicle accident that could influence their driving when it’s their turn behind the wheel. Northeastern High School hosted the accident scene, inviting all its students plus Randolph Southern’s juniors and seniors. NHS Principal John Markward told the school board at its Sept. 17 meeting that all the students […]
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Old orange juice haunts the menu
Inspectors responded to two complaints and reported nine restaurants, food trucks, schools and other providers out of compliance during recent routine inspections of local food establishments. Some were found with multiple violations. The classification of being in or out of compliance replaces the previous health department terminology of critical and noncritical violations. Compliance is based […]
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2025 savings expected to cover Richmond’s 2026 budget shortfall
The city of Richmond scrimped and saved this year, aiming not to spend all of its appropriated money. Mayor Ron Oler expects that more than $3 million will remain unspent, predominantly from open police and fire positions, and he plans to use most of that to fully fund the 2026 budget. The budget presented to […]
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4th Street Fair marks ‘Lucky’ 44th year
It’s a lucky year for the 4th Street Fair — the 44th annual — in Historic Olde Richmond. Thousands of visitors are expected to browse more than 140 vendors with arts, crafts and unique finds in the revitalized gathering. The fair is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 4, and Sunday, Oct. […]
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Community events from Oct. 2-31
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Public meetings for Oct. 2-9
Thursday, Oct. 2 Monday, Oct. 6 Tuesday, Oct. 7 Wednesday, Oct. 8 Thursday, Oct. 9 Meeting details can change with little notice. Contact the hosting organization to confirm time, location and agenda.
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PHOTOS: ‘Reel’ good time
Participants and spectators alike enjoyed the Sept. 26 parade celebrating Lincoln’s “Blockbuster” Homecoming, dubbed in movie lingo the “reel” party. Football players cheerfully tossed candy to children along the route. Floats included the senior class’s “Star Wars” float featuring “The Final Battle” light saber duel. Mike Emery captured these photos of the event for Western […]