Although vote centers are open for five weekdays until 7 p.m., some Wayne County residents find it more convenient to cast their ballots on a Saturday. Voters can cast ballots on Richmond’s west side or downtown on the two Saturdays before Election Day (Tuesday, Nov. 5). As of Monday morning, Oct. 21, the Wayne County […]
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Coffin site ties events to ‘All That She Carried’ book
The Levi and Catharine Coffin State Historic Site is hosting events as part of Indiana Humanities’ One State/One Story initiative based on the book “All That She Carried” by Dr. Tiya Miles. The book chronicles Miles’ work interpreting “Ashley’s Sack” that had been passed down through an enslaved Black family, according to a news release. […]
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PHOTOS: Monster Mash 5K
In costumes ranging from silly to scary, runners and walkers brought their Halloween spirits to the Golay Community Center’s Monster Mash 5K on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024. In its tenth year, the Cambridge City community event offers trophies for top finishers as well as best costume. Browse photos of the event by Chris Hardie in […]
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Potbellied pig can stay in town
Oscar the miniature pig can stay home, just like it says in the “This Little Piggy” nursery rhyme lyrics. He might even pave the way for other miniature pet pigs to live within Cambridge City town limits. At its Oct. 14 meeting, council heard Oscar’s owner, Tony Smith, explain how the federal government says potbellied […]
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RCS: Tech, security concerns abated
In addition to alleged Title IX inequities, Richmond Community Schools addressed recent security and technology concerns during its Oct. 9 meeting. Although the Title IX investigation is ramping up after engaging Noblesville-based law firm Church, Church, Hittle and Antrim to conduct an audit of RHS’ athletic programs, the other two situations appear to be wrapping […]
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Alumni recognized for health, education, busing contributions
A Richmond college is honoring seven alumni who’ve made an impact on children’s health, environmental education and transportation. Earlham College’s Homecoming festivities take place Oct. 17-20. Outstanding Alumni Award: Roberta Anderson Ballard and Phil Ballard graduated from Earlham in 1961, married in 1962 and completed Medical/Ph.D. training at the University of Chicago School and pediatric […]
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Courthouse projects nearly ready for bidding
Wayne County’s historic courthouse had its exterior repaired and restored in a project that took more than a year. With that project completed, the sloped, brick plaza outside the courthouse’s east entrance, which is not Americans with Disabilities Act compliant, will receive attention. Plans include replacing the bricks with stairs and installing an ADA-compliant ramp […]
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State officials find water in fuel tank
State officials have confirmed that nearly 6 inches of water was found in an underground gas storage tank at a Fountain City fuel station and that remediation must take place before gas can be sold again from that tank. After conducting an inspection, Indiana Department of Health’s Division of Weights and Measures found 5.75 inches […]
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Girls Inc. honoring 5
Four women and one girl are being honored in November for being strong, smart, bold and inspiring. Girls Inc. of Wayne County will honor the quintet at its “Paint Her a Better Future” fundraising dinner from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15. It’s at First Bank Kuhlman Center, 861 Salisbury Road N., Richmond. The event celebrates […]
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Council pulls $800K from budget appropriation
Richmond Common Council appropriated nearly $60 million for the city’s 2025 budget Oct. 7, but not before removing more than $800,000 from the appropriation. Justin Burkhardt, chair of council’s finance committee, made four motions that pulled $831,839.83 from the budget appropriation. The majority — $682,899.83 — came from Richmond Fire Department and emergency medical services […]