Tobacco and alcohol users and those who are sexually active are especially encouraged to get a free head and neck cancer screening. Reid Health’s Rehabilitation Services, ENT and Oncology Associates are offering what they describe as approximately 10-minute painless screenings. The exams are offered to walk-ins from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday, May 28, in Lingle […]
Local news and updates from Wayne County, Indiana reportersRichmond
Richmond, Indiana is the county seat of Wayne County and sits in the eastern part of the county near the Ohio state line. Full of rich history, vibrant culture and beautiful landscapes, the city offers a wide variety of experiences, neighborhoods, events and community opportunities to residents and visitors alike.
There’s always something new happening in Richmond, and the Western Wayne News team is there to cover it. Our reporters bring updates from local government meetings, school boards, sports teams, colleges and universities, small businesses, non-profit organizations, performing arts events and much more. Below you can find the latest news, information, scores and updates.
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Cards even record with no-hit victory
The Seton Catholic baseball team traveled to Indianapolis on Thursday, April 3, and picked up a 17-0 win over Purdue Poly Broad Ripple in a game that was halted after five innings because of the IHSAA mercy rule. Already leading 4-0, the Cardinals exploded for 11 runs in the top of the fourth inning to […]
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Devils lose opener to Spartans
The Richmond Red Devil baseball team ushered in the Mike Medley coaching era on Wednesday, April 2, by hosting longtime rival Connersville at McBride Stadium. It was a back-and-forth battle. The teams were tied at 2-2 after the first inning. The Spartans took a 3-1 lead in the top of the second inning. The Devils […]
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Tiger-Red Devil game to be continued
The Richmond Red Devil baseball team hosted the Hagerstown Tigers for an intracounty matchup on Thursday, April 3, at historic McBride Stadium. Both teams are a blend of young talent with veteran on-field leadership, and both have high hopes for the season. The Tigers started the game with five freshmen and four seniors in their […]
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22 students will showcase civics smarts
Hagerstown, Northeastern and Richmond school districts will be represented in a local civics bee that yielded last year’s state champion. For the second consecutive year, Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce is organizing the local competition for the National Civics Bee. It will take place at 6 p.m. Friday, April 25, at Indiana University East’s […]
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RCS considers bullying policy updates
Richmond Community Schools could approve revised policies on bullying and student suicide awareness and prevention at its next meeting. The board routinely reviews policies and considers updates to address changes in federal, state or local laws and regulations and modify wording. Revisions to the bullying policy include: Both policies added that parents can review any […]
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Devils’ Lindahl, Heiny medal in shot put
Richmond High School shot putters Jacob Lindahl and Masson Heiny both turned in strong performances during the Hoosier State Relays held on Saturday, March 29, in Indianapolis. The duo both made the podium in the state indoor track meet that draws elite athletes from across the state. Lindahl placed fifth with a toss of 56 […]
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Explosion survivor wants memorial moved
The nightmare of being trapped in a building and surrounded by fire now only haunts Jack Bales occasionally nearly 57 years after he survived two explosions in downtown Richmond. On April 6, 1968, Bales was in Marting Arms on the southeast corner of Sixth and Main streets, standing next to his friend, Greg Oler. An […]
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Schools partner on employer engagement
Facing upcoming challenges in securing workplace opportunities for high school students, Wayne County’s six school leaders have collaborated on a plan that could become a state model, officials say. At its March 19 meeting, Northeastern was the county’s first school board to support Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce hiring a director of employer engagement. […]
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Preschool, kindergarten registration begins
It’s not quite time to go shopping for crayons and scissors, but registration for the upcoming school year has begun for preschool and kindergarten students. Before school dismisses for summer, it helps educators to know how many preschoolers and kindergartners are planning to attend in the fall as they determine how many classrooms, instructors and […]