Centerville is exploring whether establishing a fire territory could be a better way to handle fire protection and emergency services. Fire territories allow two or more contiguous taxing units such as townships, cities or fire districts to share resources and costs. Advising firm Baker Tilly could perform a preliminary study costing up to $6,500 that […]
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Vote centers open
Another sign that Election Day is almost here: Saturday voting has begun, and vote centers are open this week to help reduce waiting time on the final day. As of Friday, April 24, 654 votes had been cast in Wayne County primary election early voting, through a combination of mailed and in-person ballots. On Saturday, […]
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PHOTOS: In touch with the natural world
The Earth Day celebration held on Saturday, April 25, at Earlham College in Richmond featured an animal show, rock painting, and other nature-related activities. Attendees had the opportunity to hold frogs, check out plants, and learn skunk and other animal facts. Tree saplings were also available at the event. Joshua Smith captured these photos for […]
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Uranus rockets forward with new ideas
Louie Keen plans out-of-this-world additions to Uranus Fudge Factory and General Store. The self-described mayor of Uranus bought the remaining land formerly occupied by New Creations, providing an additional 70,000 square feet of building space and another 14 acres along U.S. 40 east of the Interstate 70 interchange. He has a galaxy of ideas — […]
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Grant cycle open for youth programs
Kiwanis Club of Richmond’s foundation is accepting grant applications for its spring/summer grant cycle. Area nonprofit organizations working to improve the lives of children in the community are invited to submit funding requests at richmondkiwanis.com no later than 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, May 30. Kiwanis prioritizes requests for program funding that do not include personnel […]
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Food inspections reap double-digit citations
From March 16 to early April, the Wayne County Health Department cited 17 establishments for violations. One Richmond site accumulated 10 violations while a popular Hagerstown eatery had seven. Violations varied from improper food-source listings to blocked access to a hand sink. Fifty-nine received no violations. Violations No Violations Follow-Up Temporary
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New process puts 18,000-plus seniors on waiting list for care
Families needing home-and-community-based services can cover costs with a Medicaid waiver. However, a recent change has delayed the process, placing more than 18,000 Hoosiers on a perilous waitlist. LifeStream helped families locally with the waiver assessments. But in July 2024, the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) introduced a new program, PathWays to Aging, […]
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Oblivion sparks a scene
The week of April 6, Oblivion Cinema and Arts marked its first anniversary with various events. From a local artist’s concert to a short-film screening, the creative space highlighted the richly diverse community it’s formed. Nestled at 414 N. 10th Street in Richmond, Oblivion serves as many things. During the day, it’s a third-space area, […]
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City extends through 2026 its medical equipment deal
George’s Family Pharmacy will continue to provide durable medical equipment for Richmond city employees covered by the city’s health insurance. During its April 16 meeting, Richmond’s Board of Public Works and Safety approved an addendum extending the 2018 contract through 2026 at 2018 rates. Durable medical equipment includes items such as wheelchairs, walkers, oxygen tanks […]
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Trash bills increasing in Cambridge City
Although trash pickup will cost more, residents will see improved facilities for young athletes and fewer kittens on local roads, based on town council’s April 13 meeting actions. No one spoke during a public hearing about a higher trash collection cost for a new five-year contract with Rumpke. Starting May 1, customers will pay $18.71 […]