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 […]
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Public meetings for May 21-28
Wednesday, May 21 Thursday, May 22 Tuesday, May 27 Wednesday, May 28 Meeting details can change with little notice, contact the hosting organization to confirm time, location and agenda.
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Community events from May 21 through June 9
Wednesday, May 21 Thursday, May 22 Friday, May 23 Saturday, May 24 Monday, May 26 Tuesday, May 27 Wednesday, May 28 May 28-June 1 Thursday, May 29 Saturday, May 31 Wednesday, June 4 Friday, June 6 June 7-8 Saturday, June 7 Sunday, June 8 Monday, June 9 Nonprofits can send events to contact@westernwaynenews.com for publication […]
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Cambridge City addressing playground graffiti
Although much of the recent damage has been removed, Cambridge City police, council and residents are upset, and they want to prevent future vandalism to Creitz Park’s new playground equipment. There are several ideas on how to help. What happened? On Sunday, May 11, Cambridge City Police Department shared pictures of graffiti on Creitz Park […]
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Son of former sergeant named CPD’s next chief
Shortly before Josh Millsaps marks his 10th anniversary of full-time employment with Centerville Police Department, he’s becoming its chief. At its May 13 meeting, town council unanimously approved Millsaps to replace retiring Chief Ed Buchholz, starting June 1. Millsaps grew up in Centerville and graduated from Centerville Senior High School in 2009. He became a […]
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Milton man sues Cambridge City, officer after arrest
A Milton resident is suing the Town of Cambridge City and one of its police officers, claiming unlawful and excessive force and a violation of his First Amendment right to free speech approximately two years ago. The civil tort was filed the evening of Friday, May 9, in Wayne County Superior Court 1, based on […]
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BPA students win nationals
Wayne County has two more national champions and 14 more top 10 finishes from Business Professionals of America’s competition. Lincoln, Centerville and Richmond students, advisers and parents traveled to BPA’s National Leadership Conference from May 7-11 in Orlando, Florida, with many bringing home medals or plaques. To balance the pressures of competition and conference, and […]