Everything about local voting on May 7 “went as smooth as a cool mountain breeze,” according to Wayne County Clerk Debbie Berry. She noted low but steady turnout most of the day, and that appeared to be the case at the vote center in Cambridge City’s Golay Community Center. Around 11 a.m., a few voters […]
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.
Hagerstown wins Wayne County Golf Tournament
The Hagerstown Tigers fired off a team score of 338 to win the Wayne County Golf Tournament on Saturday, May 4, in a match played at Highland Lake Golf Course. Every scoring golfer for Hagerstown broke 90, led by Noah Searcy and Drew Williamson with a pair of 83s. Brady Moore from Centerville was the […]
Flowers, food trucks expected May 11 in Cambridge City
After the opening of Hilltop Drive-In, the annual May antique fair in Cambridge City is one of Wayne County’s best signs that warm weather has finally arrived — and likely will stay. This year’s Cambridge City Antique Fair takes place from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, May 11, with the fall installment coming on Oct. 12. […]
Hosts again rule Tiger Booster meet
One of the oldest and most well attended track meets in the state of Indiana took place on Friday, May 3, at the athletics complex at Hagerstown High School. Eleven teams traveled from as far as Indianapolis to take part. The field of participants included teams from Cambridge City Lincoln, Centerville, Northeastern and Hagerstown. In […]
Pickleball tourney will benefit new scholarship
A new pickleball tournament organized in memory of an avid Cambridge City player will benefit a scholarship fund bearing his name. On May 10 and 11, Golay Community Center will play host to the Randy Buhl Memorial Pickleball Tournament. Registration is due May 6 and is available by calling 765-478-5565 or visiting Golay, 1007 E. […]
Regional office moves into historic church
A formerly endangered church is now home to a regional office as well as a performing arts venue and community center. Indiana Landmarks played a role in saving the former Reid Memorial Presbyterian Church. In late March, the Indianapolis-based historic preservation organization moved its Eastern Regional Office into what’s now called The Reid Center at […]
Cambridge City council: Time ran out on home repairs
Cambridge City council is taking action regarding blight, police matters and dog waste, and warns Pershing that it must pay for fire protection or that service will be cut off soon. Here are some of the topics discussed during April 16 and 23 meetings. Police Blight Darlena Roberts attended to discuss 411 and 415 W. […]
Fundraising starts to improve Creitz Park
Cambridge City aims to make Creitz Park more welcoming to all area kids and families, regardless of their abilities. A crowdfunding campaign launched last week to renovate the park’s playground. If $50,000 is raised by 10 p.m. June 23, the town will receive a matching grant of the same amount through Indiana Housing and Community […]
Seniors, teachers honored
Three high-achieving seniors from several high schools in turn have honored teachers, coaches or organization advisers who have influenced them. The 39th annual Indiana Student-Teacher Achievement Recognition program recognizes students and teachers for excellence, integrity and commitment. Centerville, Lincoln and Hagerstown participate in I-STAR, as well as Tri, Connersville, Union County, Franklin County and Rushville. […]
Western Wayne adding to military banners along U.S. 40
Cambridge City Chamber of Commerce plans to add to its veterans banner collection and take it westward along U.S. 40 in Dublin this year. Western Wayne residents who are currently or formerly in the military are eligible for a banner featuring their photo, name, branch, rank and service era. Applications are due May 1 so […]