Anticipating future growth, Richmond Power & Light has proposed phased rate changes that would cost a 1,000-kilowatt-hour residential customer about $14 extra each month in 2029. The proposal follows a cost of service study by NextGen Strategies & Solutions that determined revenue necessary for RP&L to remain financially sound and prepare for its future. The […]
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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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Supplies, services offered before school starts
Several community organizations are offering back-to-school giveaways. Some are focused on providing supplies while they last. Some events also offer free or discounted services such as dental cleanings and health screenings. Cambridge City A supply distribution is planned at the Back to School Bash from noon-2 p.m. Saturday, July 25, at Cambridge City Christian Church, […]
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Film, TV theme songs come to life on field
Wayne County bands showed the progress they’re making with music made popular by “Scooby-Doo,” James Bond, “The Nutcracker,” Béla Fleck and Beethoven. Hundreds of fans gathered under initially sprinkling skies to watch 10 high school bands compete in Centerville Senior High School’s Archway Classic on Saturday, July 18. It’s the first Central Indiana Track Show […]
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25 years searching for Niqui
Twenty-five years after her disappearance, Niqui McCown’s family still demands answers. They hope two Richmond events this month inspire the closure they seek. On Wednesday, July 22, the family will host their annual candlelight vigil where they say a word of prayer, release balloons and light Chinese lanterns in Niqui’s memory. “It’s really just for […]
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Richmond nurse receives caregiver award
Richmond caregiver Lisa Jelly-May received the surprise of her career last month. On Thursday, June 25, Jelly-May, director of nursing at The Leland Legacy, was named an Indiana Health Care Association/Indiana Center for Assisted Living’s Caregiver of the Year. Jelly-May tearfully shared the moment with team members, family and friends. IHCA/INCAL President Paul Peaper was […]
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Senior center will again welcome Girls Inc.
Richmond Senior Recreation Center will again see an infusion of youth once the new school year begins. Girls Inc. will use the senior center for after-school activities until its storm-damaged building is ready for use. During its July 9 meeting, the Richmond Parks and Recreation Board approved changing its facility use agreement so Girls Inc. […]
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Church’s renovation work to impact South E Street traffic
Renovation work at LifeSpring church will close a portion of South E Street through mid-September. During its July 9 meeting, the Richmond Board of Public Works and Safety approved the closure of eastbound South E Street in front of the church, which is at South E and South Seventh streets. The closure was scheduled for […]
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Archway Classic grows to 10 bands
All five Wayne County high school bands will show off their Indiana State Fair Band Day routines this weekend to see how their judges, audience and directors react. Ten Hoosier bands are competing in the Centerville Archway Classic on Saturday, July 18. The event begins at 7 p.m., an hour earlier than last year because […]
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Mobile home residents request council’s help
Some Mobile Manor residents fear they can’t afford rate hikes they expect from the mobile home park’s new owners. When addressing Richmond Common Council on July 6, Ron McFadden, president of the Richmond Mobile Manor Residents Association, advocated the city adopt an ordinance protecting mobile home park residents. At least 16 other residents from the […]
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BZA brings shed business into compliance
A misunderstanding led a Hagerstown-area business to violate terms of its zoning variance, but that’s no longer a problem. The Wayne County Board of Zoning Appeals amended its 2023 variance of use to bring Elam Lapp’s shed-building business into compliance. The board met July 9. Lapp said he believed the 2023 variance permitted him to […]