Wayne County will have received more than $1 million in opioid settlement money with receipt of its 2025 share, and Richmond will come close to that $1 million figure. The county commissioners think that coordinating how the new payments are spent could benefit both entities. During their meeting May 21, commissioners discussed formalizing their process […]
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Auditor enters pre-trial diversion agreement for misdemeanors
Wayne County Auditor Mark Hoelscher has entered a pretrial diversion agreement to resolve two misdemeanor intimidation charges against him. Hoelscher signed the agreement May 19, and Judge Matthew R. Cox, the case’s special judge, granted an indefinite continuance May 20. The scheduled July 18 trial in Superior Court 3 has been canceled, according to case […]
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Wayne Township trustee will move to S. 11th building
After nearly five decades, the Wayne Township trustee’s office will move to a new space this week. On May 30, it will begin serving the public at 15 S. 11th St. in Richmond. “I love it,” Trustee Susan Isaacs said of the new space. “It’s beautiful.” The trustee’s office has enjoyed a 50-year, rent-free contract […]
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Students serve as pages for Indiana legislature
William Backmeyer, a Community Christian School student from Richmond, served as a page for State Sen. Jeff Raatz (R-Richmond) during the 2025 legislative session. Pages spend a day at the Statehouse touring the historic building, observing debates from the Senate floor and interacting with their state senator. “The Indiana Senate Page program is great way […]
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Centerville adds dual credit, grad pathways
Preparing for new high school graduation requirements, Centerville-Abington Community Schools approved several changes to academics starting this fall. Tammy Chavis, district director of student learning, and Brian Bellew, senior high school principal, shared CSHS curriculum materials for the board’s consideration at its May 21 meeting. A vote takes place at 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 4, […]
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3 school districts, parks offer free meals
At least three Wayne County school districts and a summer park program are offering free summer meals just for kids and teens. Cambridge City Breakfast and lunch are available on weekdays starting June 2 at Western Wayne Elementary School, 801 E. Delaware St., Cambridge City. Those seeking meals should enter door ES8 in the back […]
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Board acts on technology, food issues
Nettle Creek School Corp. is addressing technology, food service, textbooks and other needs for the upcoming year. At its May 13 meeting, the board approved several items, including a reimbursement resolution and timeline for the 2025 General Obligation Bond ($995,000). Proceeds will be used for a $750,000 corporation technology refresh and minor building and operations […]
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Richmond fireworks fund still $12K short
Organizers of Richmond’s fireworks show are seeking about $12,500 to make the skies and kids’ faces light up. American Legion Harry Ray Post 65 has raised funds to provide the annual show around Independence Day for about 80 years, but with about a month to go, this year’s collections are coming up thousands of dollars […]
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Paper tubes manufacturing adds new Vandor building
A company known for making packaging has moved its paper tubes division to a new location in Richmond. With more space, Vandor Corp. officials say the relocation of its Progress Paper Tubes division to 3800 W. Industries Road provides opportunities for increased production and additional core and tube winding equipment. Vandor makes packaging for continuously […]
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Search begins for new Centerville H.S. band director
Despite the departure of Centerville Senior High School’s band director, the Blue Regiment will still compete at Indiana State Fair. Centerville-Abington Community Schools’ board approved director Jonathan Lucy’s resignation at its Wednesday, May 21, meeting. He won’t return after the band plays at graduation. In a letter to parents and families shared with Western Wayne […]