From the mouths of babes come words of comfort and friendship. One Wayne County elementary sent cheerful messages to a neighboring school after recent flooding. Students from preschool through sixth grade at Hagerstown Elementary School wrote notes to their peers at Western Wayne Elementary School in Cambridge City to let them know they were in […]
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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9/11 tribute honors first responders
Several Wayne County first responders are marking the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks by sharing the impact of that day on their careers. The Reid Center is planning a free public event, called “Ashes to Angels: A Celebration Honoring First Responders,” from 7-8:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, at The Reid Center, […]
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Gifts help town replace equipment
As it works through flood recovery, Cambridge City’s council is testing the message on council President Jim McLane’s shirt: “The current was strong but Cambridge City was stronger.” Council conducted a special meeting Monday, Aug. 24, to accept donations, discuss the town hall’s future and begin replacing equipment. They also shared gratitude for the many […]
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Lincoln laments missed opportunities at Union County
This wasn’t the Lincoln team that Golden Eagles coach Chad Bowman sees working hard every day in practice and working hard to help rebuild the community. “That’s not them,” Bowman said after the quiet postgame huddle that followed Lincoln’s 49-6 loss at Union County on Friday, Aug. 28. “I know in my heart that’s not […]
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Flood response, resources evolving
Officials are updating flood relief information and resources constantly. Here are resources, hours and reopenings as of Aug. 31. Volunteering, donation options Businesses State updates Send updates to [email protected] for publication consideration. FEMA staff coming to Wayne County Residents of Wayne, Fayette, Henry, Randolph and Union counties who experienced damage or losses from August flooding […]
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Employer: Make sure water rate increases are fair
A major Cambridge City manufacturer asked town council members to be as fair as possible to businesses when considering a potential water bill increase. Council conducted a public hearing regarding proposed water rates along with its Monday, Aug. 10, meeting. That discussion was just more than 24 hours before heavy rains led to catastrophic flooding. […]
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Cambridge City begins rebuilding
Although the town’s water still needs boiling and hundreds of homes remain damaged, Cambridge City businesses have begun rebounding from the flood and students are back in school. “We know there is still a tremendous amount of work ahead of us, but we are continuing to work every day to help Cambridge City recover,” the […]
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Centerville girls 5th at small-school meet
Teams from around the state participated in the Jeremy Wright Small School Cross Country Invitational, hosted by Southwestern (Shelby) High School on Saturday, Aug. 22. The race was run on the Blue River Memorial Park course in Shelbyville. Austin High School was the team champion in the boys race, earning 78 points in a field […]
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Eagles sweep Cards in opener
After a challenging week of life-changing rain and flooding, the Lincoln Lady Golden Eagles were finally able to get in the gym on Wednesday, Aug. 19, to kick off their 2026 volleyball season with a 3-0 victory over the visiting Lady Cardinals of Seton Catholic. Opening the contest with a strong serving game and energetic […]
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County’s work-based learning hits snag
Despite Centerville-Abington Community Schools Superintendent Mike McCoy believing Wayne County is among Indiana’s best-prepared counties for the new work-based learning program, he said a significant issue has arisen that’s keeping many students out of workplaces. HEA 1098 requires employers purchase workers’ compensation insurance for unpaid interns. McCoy said about 80% of CACS interns are unpaid. […]