Main Street Centerville members have requested town officials provide information they believe could help justify reinstating 18 downtown parking spots. Tom Peck, who runs Centerville’s farmers market through MSC, presented a public records request during council’s Aug. 11 meeting. MSC aims to gather more statistics, including records regarding crashes and traffic, police responses and calls […]
Local news and updates from Wayne County, Indiana reportersCenterville
Centerville, Indiana is a town in Center Township, Wayne County that describes itself as “an American town in the heart of the midwest.” Famous for its antique shopping and as home of the annual Archway Days festival, Centerville is fun to visit, beautiful to live in and easy to get to from US 40 or via interstate 70.
The Western Wayne News covers updates from Centerville’s Town Council as well as Centerville-Abington Community Schools and their sports teams. Read below for the latest articles, meeting coverage, government activities and education news by our local reporting team.
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County honors departing 4-H members
Wayne County 4-H is saying goodbye this summer to more than three dozen 10-year or last-year members heading to work or advanced education for careers including agriculture, health, welding and cosmetology. Memorable moments for the students included late nights working on projects and seeing their progress, winning ribbons, qualifying for Indiana State Fair, serving as […]
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Uncle Sam, talent take center stage at festival
Whether you can carry a tune or cook great barbecue, Uncle Sam wants you at Centerville’s Archway Days. The 38th annual festival set for Aug. 21 and 22 offers a variety of activities from dusk until dawn. Archway Days President Kevin Branson leads the volunteer committee that executes the event each year. Branson told WWN […]
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Centerville-Abington schools note smooth start to year
Centerville-Abington Community Schools approved a new evaluation tool for its administrators and reflected on a positive first day of school. CACS’ board met a week earlier than usual — on its first day for students, Wednesday, Aug. 5 — so any pending hires were formally approved. One of the final teachers to join was Andrew […]
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Deadlines loom for forgivable loan up to $5M
Centerville officials have tentatively secured a forgivable loan of up to $5 million toward wastewater improvements if they can meet a key deadline. Dan Wandersee, council president, said a recent meeting with Indiana Finance Authority staff about the possibility of obtaining a State Revolving Fund loan went “extremely well.” While pleased with that development, at […]
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Centerville tightening school budgets
While hoping for additional students this fall, Centerville-Abington Community Schools is preparing for tight budgets. While reviewing 2027 budget drafts with board members at their July 29 meeting, Superintendent Mike McCoy said leaders have worked hard to cut upcoming expenses after losing about 120 students over the past two years. CACS’ education fund is down […]
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Cope celebrating environmental supporters
Cope Environmental Center is honoring four individuals, businesses and organizations at its Saturday, Aug. 22, gala. Cope leaders say the winners’ passion, leadership and commitment have made a lasting impact on the Centerville nonprofit’s mission. The awards celebrate those who inspire others through environmental stewardship, volunteerism and community partnership. Jim & Helen Cope Sustainability Award […]
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Band Day blends cartoon, classical tunes
Students from Wayne County’s five public high schools are preparing a wide range of music and intricate steps for Indiana State Fair Band Day on Friday, Aug. 7. Information about how to watch or listen to Band Day performances can be found on Page 25. Western Wayne News will publish contest coverage in its Aug. […]
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Families prepare for school changes
Families will find new hours and policies this fall at some Wayne County schools, including a statewide restriction on personal technology use. Personal technology To comply with Indiana General Assembly’s new statewide law, students attending public and charter schools must either power off their cell phones and other electronics and put them in lockers throughout […]
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Centerville, Hagerstown lead area in band contests
Twelve high school bands from Wayne, Henry and Randolph counties headed north last weekend to test their Indiana State Fair shows. Centerville, Hagerstown, Lincoln and Randolph Southern traveled to Jay County Lions’ contest on Friday, July 24, in Portland. Centerville led Wayne County schools, finishing fifth after Spirit of Muncie, Anderson, Winchester and Jay County. […]