In its quest to increase the student population, Western Wayne Schools is considering relaxing its enrollment requirements for out-of-district students interested in its extracurricular activities. Currently, WWS doesn’t allow transfer students to participate in sports, robotics or other activities unless they’re attending in person full-time. However, Indiana High School Athletic Association has decided that students […]
Local news and updates from Wayne County, Indiana reportersCambridge City
Cambridge City, Indiana is the home of the Western Wayne News and is at the heart of the western half of Wayne County. As the local Chamber of Commerce notes, with both a rich heritage and well planned growth, Cambridge City combines the best of the past, the present, and future.
Below you’ll find some of the latest news and updates from the Cambridge City community including meeting coverage from Cambridge City Town Council, scores and stats from Lincoln High School sports games, what’s happening at the Gateway Industrial Park, programs and updates from the city’s various clubs and organizations, and education updates from the Western Wayne School Corporation.
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Trash pickup costs rise for Cambridge City
Youth sports facilities, trash collection, stray cats, water and other topics were discussed during Cambridge City council’s March 9 meeting. Trash Cambridge City’s five-year trash pickup contract with Rumpke ends March 31. Residents now pay $16.71 monthly for one trash and one recycling cart. Council voted to approve a five-year contract starting at $18.71 for […]
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Venue receives Pavilion name
Cambridge City has chosen a name for its new outdoor performance venue, and several concerts are scheduled. Forward Wayne County, whose partners on the project include Cambridge City Main Street, Cambridge City Area Chamber of Commerce and Wayne County Foundation, announced March 11 that the venue will be called Creitz Park Pavilion. Tonya Leguina suggested […]
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24 seniors recognized for academics, activities
Three high-achieving seniors from several high schools are honoring teachers, coaches and advisers who have influenced them. The 41st annual Indiana Student-Teacher Achievement Recognition program, which took place March 12 at Hagerstown, recognizes students and teachers for excellence, integrity and commitment. Centerville, Lincoln and Hagerstown participate in I-STAR, as well as Tri, Connersville, Union County, […]
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Tall Rebels eliminate Eagles
When heavily favored Randolph Southern took the floor on Wednesday, March 4, against Lincoln in the final opening-round game of the tournament, Eagle head coach Rodney Klein had a game plan that he thought would even the playing field. The plan was simple: push the Rebels out on the floor and make them shoot three-pointers. […]
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Cemetery theft case ends with probation
A western Wayne County resident found guilty of stealing thousands of dollars intended to care for a Pershing cemetery has reached a plea agreement. Calling the theft “absolutely horrendous,” Wayne Superior Court 2 Judge Greg Horn sentenced Trisha C. Taylor of Cambridge City to a year of probation while she repays $7,400 to Lutheran Cemetery […]
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Farmers market registration begins
Winter cold will eventually yield to warmer days, and it’s time for farmers markets to begin planning for summer Saturdays. At least three Wayne County markets are recruiting potential vendors to offer baked goods, handmade crafts, produce, meat and other items. New vendor applications are at forms.gle/gU74VnpLZtELUSAm9 and returning vendor applications are at forms.gle/FnQHbrzRSbxLyYkEA. Paper […]
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Cambridge City racer debuts at Daytona
Cambridge City resident Presley Sorah participated in the kickoff race for the 2026 NASCAR ARCA Menards Series, the ARCA 200, held at the legendary Daytona Speedway on Feb. 14. Sorah was the only driver in the field from Indiana to qualify. Sorah overcame a blown tire, with 28 laps remaining in the 200-mile race caused […]
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County boosts HELP payments
An organization that shelters dogs waiting to find their forever homes is expected to get more financial support from county government. Wayne County’s commissioners have agreed to increase payments for unaltered dogs the county shelters with HELP the Animals. Commissioners Aaron Roberts and Brad Dwenger approved the 2026 contract during their Feb. 25 meeting. Commissioner […]
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Cambridge City buys truck for snow plowing
Cambridge City council called a brief special meeting to approve a vehicle purchase. Council approved the $24,500 purchase of a used 2017 Ford F-250 crew cab, 3/4-ton truck from Moe’s Auto Sales in Spiceland. Joe Webb, superintendent of public works, told councilors during the Feb. 17 meeting that the pickup truck had previously been used by […]