A Richmond third grader’s interest in the Wright brothers led him to write an award-winning essay. Luke Hiltner was honored during April’s East Central District meeting of the Association of Indiana Counties in Shelbyville. His essay, which he read at the meeting, won the district competition meant for fourth graders. In his essay, Hiltner, who […]
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Health department tries to maximize drug revenue
The Wayne County Health Department plans to begin dispensing drugs through the federal 340B program. By doing that instead of contracting with a pharmacy, the department can increase its share of revenue from the program that requires eligible health organizations receive significant discounts on outpatient drugs from pharmaceutical manufacturers. Dan Burk, the health department director, […]
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Randolph Co. Foundation awards more than $80K in grants
Fourteen nonprofit organizations received more than $80,000 in funding through the Community Foundation of Randolph County’s spring grant cycle. The May 7 award ceremony was held at the Vision Corner Learning Center in Union City. Approved by the Foundation’s Board of Directors, the following organizations received support: Art Association of Randolph County, City of Winchester, […]
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Transportation service boosts ridership
Nearly a third more riders used Whitewater Valley Regional Transit so far this year than during 2025’s first four months. Trisha Dearth-Adkins of the Union County Council on Aging and Aged appeared before Wayne County’s commissioners during their May 13 meeting. She requested the commissioners approve a resolution indicating the continued need for 2027 service […]
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Truck repair business planned for I-70 interchange
Truckers breaking down on Interstate 70 in Wayne County might soon receive assistance from a Cambridge City business. During its May 14 meeting, Wayne County’s Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance of use to permit a truck service business at 2000 N. Ind. 1 northwest of the I-70 and Ind. 1 interchange. The business […]
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Gas pipe installation closes park road
Cypress Drive in Glen Miller Park is closed daily between Elks Road and Canna Drive for installation of new gas lines. The Richmond Board of Public Works and Safety approved the road closure request by Miller Pipeline during its May 14 meeting. The closure from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily began May 18 and […]
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Construction to close U.S. 36 in Henry County
A coming roundabout will close U.S. 36 at the Raider Road intersection in Henry County. Starting May 26, construction will close a stretch between County Road 850 W. and County Road 700 W. through early August. Drivers are encouraged to follow the detour of State Road 109, I-69, State Road 67 and State Road 3, […]
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Cambridge City eyes traffic safety
Cambridge City merchants worry about vehicles speeding and running downtown stoplights, especially when U.S. 40 is filled with wide-load vehicles during Interstate 70 construction. Troy Lewis shared concerns during town council’s May 11 meeting and asked for additional measures. He represented Western Wayne Alliance, which is the newly combined Cambridge City Main Street and Cambridge […]
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Theft delays Sunrise’s horse therapy services
According to a May 12 Facebook post, hundreds of dollars of equipment and other essential items were taken from Sunrise Therapeutic Riding Center, including saddle girths, bits for bridles, and a riding surcingle used to support sensory-sensitive riders. While Sunrise’s post describes being hurt by the act, the post also expresses concern for the clients […]
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BPA students earn national recognition
Several Wayne County teens placed in the nation’s top 10 at Business Professionals of America’s National Leadership Conference in Nashville, Tennessee. Centerville, Lincoln, Northeastern and Richmond sent dozens of competitors in a variety of categories. Lincoln The Golden Eagles had two students that made it on stage for recognition this year. Karson Ulerick finished fourth […]