Wayne County’s new Long-Term Recovery Group plans to check in with flood survivors via phone over two days to see what they might still need. Volunteers will call those who’ve reported damage through Indiana 211 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25, and Monday, Sept. 28, to determine how many residents still need […]
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Levi Coffin Days selects its royalty
Following their crowning on Sept. 13, members of the Levi Coffin Royal Court made their first public appearance at the Levi Coffin Days Festival. In addition to being featured in Saturday’s parade, they made cameos at various events throughout the weekend. Three won their individual divisions during a ceremony held at The Barn at Helm. […]
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Traffic pattern changes impact U.S. 35, I-70
A bridge has reopened on a well-traveled rural highway, and those driving near or on Interstate 70 on Richmond’s northwest side are seeing a few traffic changes. I-70 updates Traffic is shifting at U.S. 35, and drivers are using a new roundabout in a temporary configuration. One Williamsburg Pike ramp is open again while another […]
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Flood survivors can pursue new funding
Two fundraisers are planned in Cambridge City this weekend to help flood survivors, and individuals can apply for some new types of funding. Donation opportunities The performance will be at Creitz Park Pavilion behind the fire station, 127 W. Maple St. Live music kicks off the fundraiser from 6-7 p.m., followed by opening comedian Austin […]
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County council faces $10 million budget gap
Wayne County Council members learned their working 2027 general fund budget exceeds estimated revenue by about $10 million. Council discussed the budget during the Sept. 16 combined council/commissioners workshop. Members concentrated on preparing to advertise the budget on the Indiana Department of Local Government Finance’s Gateway website, available at wwn.to/budgets26. The working general fund budget […]
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Water rescue training to cost RFD $6,000
Ten Richmond Fire Department members will become certified in surface water rescue through a Greenwood-based company. During a Sept. 17 meeting, the Richmond Board of Public Works and Safety approved a $6,000 contract with Advanced Rescue Solutions to provide the course that includes hands-on skill sessions. The fire department also received board approval of a […]
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PHOTOS: Global tastes, local community
Attendees sampled international cuisine during One World, One Plate at Morrisson-Reeves Library on Saturday, Sept. 19. The free event offered foods from a variety of cultures prepared by local eateries. Celebrations also included international music and dance. Joshua Smith captured these photos for the Western Wayne News.
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Make My Move: Dollars provide 20:1 benefit
After seeing an estimated 20:1 return on its investment to recruit workers, Economic Development Corp. of Wayne County will spend another $100,000 on the Make My Move program. Ryan Pike, senior sales executive for MMM, told EDC’s board that the 50 households MMM attracted over the past approximately four years generate an estimated total new […]
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Another $50,000 approved for small business flood relief
Wayne County’s flood-damaged small businesses can soon apply for additional local financial assistance. At its Sept. 14 meeting, Economic Development Corp.’s board approved Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce’s request for an additional $50,000 in consolidated Economic Development Income Tax funds toward grants for flood-affected businesses. Wayne County Council approved the funding Sept. 16 after […]
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Election 2026: Mailed ballots, sign rule, key dates
Here’s a look at some recent news for prospective and registered voters related to Wayne County’s next Election Day. Absentee ballots Qualifying Wayne County voters will be able to request and cast absentee ballots via mail in the Nov. 3 election. The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 7-2 that the U.S. Postal Service can’t implement last-minute […]