Mayor Ron Oler will decide whether the city’s police or fire department undergoes an efficiency study this year. After debating which department should be scrutinized first, Richmond Common Council had delayed action on an ordinance appropriating $62,000 from the local income tax fund to pay consultant Baker Tilly for the efficiency study. The other department’s […]
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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.
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For a list of upcoming events in Richmond, Indiana, you can also visit our community calendar at WayneCounty.events. It has local arts events in Richmond, family events in Richmond, Indiana, and much more.
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2 RHS athletes hurt during Mummies season finale
On a fundraising night for Richmond High School football, two RHS athletes were injured at a community event, one of them critically. Richmond High School’s football program and Richmond Flying Mummies baseball team both issued statements Sunday, Aug. 9, about the incident during the Mummies’ season finale on Saturday, Aug. 8. The athletes were injured […]
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Wayne County U17 AAU team wins Grand Slam World Series
Venom Elite, a 17-and-under AAU baseball team based in Richmond and coached by Josh Fern, recently traveled to Panama City, Florida, to participate in the Silver Division of the Grand Slam World Series. The team battled through seven games, compiling a 5-2 record, and went on to claim the title on Saturday, July 25. Aiden […]
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Richmond museum gifted prestigious art pieces
As part of an initiative by the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites, a storied state collection gifted the Richmond Art Museum two historic pieces. The artworks, part of a nearly 150-piece spread, belonged to the Historic Indianapolis Public Schools Art Collection. Originally acquired between the 1890s and 1990s, the pieces hung in former IPS […]
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2 businesses sue city, dairy
Two Richmond businesses are suing the City of Richmond and another local business for damages they say are caused by preventable sewer system overflows. Pizza Equipment Co., doing business as Asset Logistics Inc., and Sanjo Management, both at 1050 Progress Drive, filed a civil case July 29 in Wayne Circuit Court, describing negligent acts and/or […]
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2026 model truck adds nearly $4K to cost
Wetzel Auto will provide Richmond’s street department with a 2026 model truck rather than a 2025 model. The upgrade will cost an additional $3,937.92, which the city’s Board of Public Works and Safety approved during its July 30 meeting. Total cost for the Ford F-350 with an in-stock service body will be $83,437.68. The original […]
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Planned electrical substation clears Richmond plat hurdle
A planned electrical substation took another step forward July 29. The Richmond Plat Committee unanimously approved a split of 5.5 acres from a 124.344-acre farm field at 6155 Hodgin Road. American Electric Power plans to build a substation on about 2 acres of the land, with the rest containing a driveway and retention pond. Shannon […]
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Land trust hears public priorities
Imagine Richmond’s Depot District drawing residents and visitors for dinner, dancing and performances, while a few blocks south downtown, residents enjoy walking to buy groceries, coffee and more. That’s a vision residents shared with Wayne County Land Trust staff members during a public information meeting July 30 inside First Presbyterian Church’s sanctuary. About 30 people […]
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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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Patriotic musical to open at Richmond Civic Theatre
Family connections run deep in Richmond Civic Theatre’s third performance of “1776: The Musical.” RCT opens its season Thursday, Aug. 6, with a show about the behind-the-scenes struggles that U.S. Founding Fathers faced in developing the new nation. The 250th anniversary of that accomplishment is being celebrated in 2026. RCT previously performed the musical in […]