The credit — not the fault — goes to an Indiana writing star and a principal who tried an unconventional approach to buy books for her students. Hoosier author John Green, perhaps most widely known for his bestselling young adult book “The Fault in Our Stars,” gave $1,000 to Lincoln Middle/High School to purchase books. […]
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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Cambridge City moves to acquire 2 trucks
Cambridge City’s council agreed to two vehicle acquisitions and financial matters at a special meeting. During their March 31 gathering, members agreed to sign an interlocal agreement with Hagerstown to buy a $15,000 surplus bucket truck after Hagerstown bought a newer one. Cambridge City will pay for the bucket truck with its $11,207 insurance settlement […]
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4 years, no arrests since cemetery desecration
Four years after a vandalism spree violated Cambridge City’s earliest cemetery, police haven’t announced any arrests for that crime. On April 1, 2022, police and two of the volunteers who had spent years working to preserve Cambridge City’s earliest public cemetery walked through a scene of chaotic destruction in what could only be called stunned […]
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Eagle pitching overpowers Twisters
The Cambridge City Lincoln baseball team opened its season on Saturday, April 4, by hosting Oldenburg Academy. The Twister lineup was handcuffed all day by the Eagle pitchers in a 4-1 victory for the Eagles. Senior right-hander Ben Bates pitched the first five innings, striking out 14 Twisters and only surrendering three hits, holding the […]
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Hauling help available for Cambridge City cleanup
Cambridge City Main Street is again sponsoring the Caring for Cambridge cleanup. The spring cleaning blitz is planned from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 25. Those who need help cleaning their properties or disposing of waste can request volunteer help. The town will offer free dumpsters at its maintenance building, 152 S. Green […]
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Reservations due April 2 for Cambridge City dinner
Cambridge City Area Chamber of Commerce plans to recognize another Small Town Big Heart winner. The chamber’s annual dinner and awards program will take place at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 9, at The Archive, 33 W. Main St., Cambridge City. Dr. James Bertsch will be the guest speaker. Reservations are due April 2 for the […]
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Averting catastrophe
Perhaps best known for scurrying along or lounging on East Church Street or residents’ porches, 18 Cambridge City cats had a brief change of scenery on a wintry day last week. After months of fundraising and planning between town council and Animal Care Alliance, the stray cats were trapped and transported to ACA’s nonprofit veterinary […]
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With a lack of players, Lincoln cancels softball season
Cambridge City Lincoln High School has decided to cancel its 2026 softball season because the program does not have enough players to field a team. Lincoln softball has a rich history and is arguably the most successful program in school history. The Eagles have been sectional champions eight times, including the 2025 season — the […]
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Coaches announce Academic All-State honorees
The Indiana High School Basketball Coaches Association recently announced their selections for All-Academic All-State for the 2025-26 season. Four players and two teams from Wayne County schools were recognized. Landyn Keiser, Centerville High School, was named to the boys first team; Ben Bates, Lincoln HS, and Logan Seal, Northeastern HS, earned honorable mention. Jayden Johnson, […]
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Lincoln grad earns All-America status
Cambridge City Lincoln graduate Bailey Puckett, competing for Trine University, earned All-America status on Saturday, March 14, in the women’s mile run during the 2026 NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championship at Birmingham, Alabama. Puckett finished in seventh place with a time of 4:50.06. The top eight finishers earned All-America honors. Puckett was competing at […]