Nearly all Richmond Education Association members say they have no confidence in Richmond Community Schools’ Central Office administration because of concerns about leadership, communication and fiscal management. Jay Lee, REA president and a Richmond High School teacher, presented results from three no-confidence votes during the Richmond Community Schools board meeting May 20. Lee said the […]
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5 Outstanding Citizens recognized
Five Centerville-area residents received an Outstanding Citizen Award from Centerville Lions Club. The organization’s 37th annual community awards banquet took place April 13 in Centerville Senior High School’s cafetorium. Recipients were Larry and Susan Hamilton of Hamilton Farms, Dana and Joetta Harris of DAJO Photos LLC, and retired Centerville Elementary teacher Beth Reagan. DAJO Photos […]
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Community input sought at public transit meeting and open house
Rose View Transit will host a community input meeting and open house on public transportation. The meeting is 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 27, at Morrisson-Reeves Library, 80 N. Sixth St. in Richmond. A presentation will be followed by a Q&A period to explore new transit services. The effort is a part of a broader study […]
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BZA clears way for electrical substation
A Richmond Board of Zoning Appeals decision could result in increased reliability for some Indiana and Ohio electric customers. The board approved 3-0 a variance of use that permits an electrical substation in a 5 1/2-acre portion of farmland at 6155 Hodgin Road. The substation would contain equipment that connects American Electric Power and AES […]
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WWS hires interim superintendent
Western Wayne Schools is relying on a familiar face to jump in for the third time as its interim superintendent. WWS’ board hired Alice Johnson as its interim leader during a brief special meeting Friday, May 22. The motion to select Johnson was approved 4-1 immediately after approving a recommendation of separation of employment for […]
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Organization of volunteers, donations key during emergency
Neighbors help each other during a disaster. They might rush to the scene, volunteering their efforts and donating whatever’s needed. However, an unorganized onrush can overwhelm first responders during a hectic emergency response. “Volunteers and donations can turn into a disaster within a disaster,” said Matthew Cain, director of Wayne County Emergency Management Agency. Preparation […]
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Encouragement fills school board meeting
Hagerstown’s Dan Davis opened Nettle Creek school board’s May 13 meeting with encouraging words as the district faces a reduction in staffing for the 2026-27 school year. The past school board member offered thanks to the board and praised Superintendent Emily Schaeffer as the “best hire in the last 50 years.” He added that their […]
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Food trucks arrive as food inspections ramp up
Food inspections for late April and early May found 16 establishments with violations. Citations ranged from no health or vomit/diarrhea employee policy on site to improper storage of food. Many violations were corrected on site or by their follow-up visits. An influx of temporary permits signals warmer weather as mobile food establishments frequent the area. […]
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Memorial Day events scheduled
On Monday, May 25, the nation honors armed forces members who died while serving. Review the below schedule for ceremonies at area cemeteries. Organizers note that according to U.S. Flag Code, flags that are damaged or tattered should be replaced.
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Additional dollar stores bring options, concerns
The number of dollar stores in Wayne County is growing. The recent opening of a Dollar Tree in Richmond brings the total to 22. While the stores fulfill a need for shoppers on a budget, they can also have effects on the health of a community. The growth isn’t just in Wayne County as the […]