Newly elected town council member Larry Harris has resigned his position, after being sworn in during the Dec. 12 meeting. Wayne County Clerk Debbie Berry confirmed receiving a letter of resignation from Harris on Dec. 30. Harris told the WWN he gave the matter a lot of thought before making the decision based on his […]
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Eagles’ urgency helps them defeat Gryphons
The Lincoln Golden Eagle boys basketball team used balanced scoring and solid defense to defeat Indianapolis International on Friday, Dec. 1, in a game played in Cambridge City. The Eagles jumped out to a 20-6 lead at the end of the first quarter and pushed their lead to 20 points at halftime. A 3-point basket […]
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End of an era as Lincoln volleyball coach steps down
When Greg Seidner submitted his resignation recently it was a bittersweet moment for the communities that comprise Western Wayne Schools. It will be a great loss to the program, but Seidner, who is now a grandfather, will be able to spend more time with his family. He has earned that right. Seidner started teaching at Lincoln […]
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Honoring service under the flag
Defending the United States sometimes means ignoring a fighting instinct when an enemy strikes. For most in military service, there’s none of the action and heroism of TV and movies. Still, the fact of their service drew a standing ovation and praises during Friday’s Veterans Day program by Northeastern Wayne School Corporation. Dave Burgess attended. […]
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2023 uncertified election results
9:15 p.m. – Ron Oler defeats Dave Snow for Richmond Mayor Although Richmond will have a new mayor, he won’t be a new face to area voters. Ron Oler, who has served on Richmond Common Council for 12 years, defeated two-term Richmond Mayor Dave Snow on Tuesday. In unofficial results, Oler, a Republican, received 51.23 […]
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Lincoln football coach resigns
Danny Capps has resigned as Lincoln’s head football coach. The resignation appears as an agenda item to be considered during the 6 p.m. Nov. 8 meeting of the Western Wayne Schools board. Capps compiled a record of 1-17 in two seasons. Veteran Lincoln head volleyball coach Greg Seidner has also submitted his resignation for the […]
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Sanctuary’s 100th anniversary being celebrated
Hours after a devastating fire, members of Milton Christian Church began making plans for a new sanctuary. Now, 100 years later, area residents are celebrating the construction of that new building at 307 S. Central Avenue, intending to reflect on the faith, fellowship and sense of community shared with their ancestors. A special service is […]
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Early voting begins inside county courthouse
Cambridge City, Milton and Richmond voters may begin casting their ballots Wednesday, Oct. 11, for the council and/or mayoral candidates who they believe will be effective in shaping their community’s future. Here are some tips about where to find information about candidates and the county’s polling places between now and Nov. 7. Where to learn […]
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Candidate Q&A: Dwight Smith
Dwight Smith is running for Milton, Indiana Town Council, At Large as a Republican candidate in the 2023 general election. Reasons: Milton is ranked second to Cambridge City in compensation of elected officials, there is no industry in Milton, so the default is Utility funds. The council has two meetings a month, one is regarding […]
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Candidate Q&A: Larry Joe Harris
Larry Joe Harris is running for Milton, Indiana Town Council, At Large as a Democrat candidate in the 2023 general election. Reasons: We are losing a good town councilman. He is not running for a new term. I would like to fill his seat and continue what he has been working on, water, Old Milton […]