A Cambridge City race car driver says he will cherish a brief conversation with a former NASCAR driver one week before the legend’s tragic death. Presley Sorah, an ARCA Menards Series/NASCAR regional competitor, spoke with Greg Biffle on Dec. 11 at the Performance Racing Industry show in Indianapolis. They quickly posed for a photo, and […]
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Earlham’s staffing reductions affect 109 positions
Earlham College’s work to reduce personnel expenses will affect 109 roles, including 47 people who were notified this week that their positions have been eliminated or not renewed. Earlham President Paul Sniegowski shared the update in a message sent to the campus community on Friday, Dec. 19. “After months of meetings and broad consultation, the […]
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Groups Invite seasonal giving
Organizations continue to offer opportunities for seasonal giving across the region. Reid Health Auxiliary is accepting $5-or-more donations to sponsor ornaments on the Blue Brigade Volunteer Auxiliary’s nine-foot Celebration of Love & Life Tree. The ornaments — angels, stars, and snowflakes — support patient care, medical equipment, technology, and community programs. Forms are available at the […]
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About 140 teens advancing to BPA state
At least 139 Wayne County students have qualified for Business Professionals of America’s State Leadership Conference next March. Students from Centerville, Lincoln, Northeastern and Richmond competed in the Region 9 Leadership Conference on Saturday, Dec. 6, at Indiana University East. Wayne County has had a strong BPA legacy for many years that includes multiple national […]
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New assistant principal starts Jan. 5 at LMHS
Lincoln Middle/High School will have a new assistant principal in the new year. Western Wayne Schools’ board hired Carrie Mastriano at its Wednesday, Dec. 10, meeting. Mastriano said she enjoys helping students become “great adults” and develop real-world skills. Now that her own children are grown, she thought the timing was right to step up […]
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67-year-old pedals past expectations
Jim McKinney is living proof that it’s never too late to chase one’s passion. After a 22-year hiatus, the 67-year-old retired music teacher came back around to his: BMX racing. The Richmond rider recently competed in the Race of Champions during the 2025 USA BMX Grands at SageNet Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Among the 3,000 […]
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Health First Indiana contracts receive approvals
Reid Health, Birth to Five and Bridges for Life will continue helping the Wayne County Health Department work toward improved community health outcomes during 2026. The three organizations were selected for Health First Indiana funding next year, and the Wayne County Board of Health approved their contracts during its Dec. 9 meeting. The next day, […]
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Centerville schools buying 2 new buses
Bus replacement plans are going in a slightly different direction for Centerville-Abington Community Schools. At its Dec. 10 meeting, the board voted 5-0 to accept quotes for two new buses. Assistant Superintendent Sean Stevenson recommended buying a 72-passenger bus for $164,966 and a 48-passenger bus for $162,352. That was a change from CACS’ bus replacement […]
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Deadline for property tax deductions, credits nears
Wayne County Auditor Mark Hoelscher wants residents to save money when they pay property taxes next year. Therefore, he stresses that residents should ensure they have filed for deductions and credits for which they are eligible. For those owning their property by Dec. 31, the deadline to file is Jan. 15. Available deductions and credits […]
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AFSCME workers get 3% raises
Union workers in Richmond’s parks, sanitary and street departments will receive 3% non-compounding pay increases the next three years. The raises are part of the new three-year contract between the city and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Local 1791. The Richmond Board of Public Works and Safety approved the contract during […]