The Richmond Red Devil cross country teams won both the boys and girls cross country championships in the Wayne County meet run Saturday, Aug. 31 at Indiana University East. Xavier Ogle (17:10.84) and Cale Newton (17:11.98) finished first and second in the boys’ race to help lift Richmond to victory. Centerville sophomore Anna Nevels (21:20.37) won […]
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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.
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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Reid Center hosts 6 noon shows
The Reid Center will host six live performances this fall, plus special Halloween and Christmas events. Reid Live! features free noon performances the first and third Wednesdays of September, October and November inside the former Reid Presbyterian Church, 1004 N. A St., Richmond, according to a news release. The performance lineup is: Tours of the […]
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Mayor: City budget’s back in black
Mayor Ron Oler voted against the city’s 2024 budget as a Richmond Common Council member because it was a funded budget, but not balanced. As council began two nights of budget meetings Aug. 20, Oler said the 2025 budget’s general fund is in the black. Oler said the budget includes a 4% raise for nonunion […]
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Scenic overlook named for longtime leader
Recognizing her 50-plus years of service to a nature preserve and local Girl Scouts, a scenic overlook has been named for a late Richmond woman. Hayes Arboretum, at 801 Elks Road, organized a dedication of the Pat Mayer Scenic Overlook on Aug. 17. A parking area is near the overlook for motorists taking the auto […]
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O’Rourke chosen to demolish former Elder-Beerman building
The city of Richmond has selected a company with experience in complex demolition projects, including pedestrian skywalks, to demolish the former Elder-Beerman building and skywalk. O’Rourke Wrecking Company of Paragon, Indiana, was awarded the bid for $711,000 during the Aug. 22 meeting of the city’s Board of Public Works and Safety. O’Rourke’s bid was $40,040 […]
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Falling Starr, or rising Starr?
A Wayne County neighborhood is again on Indiana Landmarks’ statewide 10 Most Endangered list, but optimism is growing among several historic preservation leaders as progress is being made. The Starr Historic District is bounded by North A, North E, North 10th and North 16th streets in Richmond. Indiana Landmarks officials say that architecture enthusiasts previously […]
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Growing Transcendia receives tax abatements
A Richmond film manufacturer hopes to compete in the health care and food and beverage markets after a $10.5 million equipment investment. Transcendia is adding machinery from Austria to its 300 Industrial Parkway location. Cody Cohoon, the site manager, said new capabilities, such as lamination, will open those markets to the company. Transcendia was awarded […]
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RCS facilities conversation shifts to Dennis, Baxter
Richmond Community Schools is still in the conceptual design stage for determining which buildings will receive millions of dollars for repairs. At its Aug. 14 work session, board members shared opinions and asked questions of architect Kevin McCurdy, administrators and each other as they decide how to spend 2024 bond proceeds. One major decision is […]
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City receives 7 bids to demolish Elder-Beerman building
Seven bids to demolish the former Elder-Beerman building and pedestrian skywalk ranged from about $500,000 to nearly $1.2 million. The bids were opened during the Board of Public Works and Safety meeting Aug. 15 and taken under advisement. The seven bidders were: In addition, two bids for asbestos abatement were received: $13,395 from EnviroWorx Services […]
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Demand grows for violence survivor assistance
It’s a September tradition in Wayne County to release butterflies and help a social service organization. The fourth annual Evening of Hope Butterfly Release on Thursday, Sept. 5, will benefit A Better Way, formerly known as Genesis. It takes place from 6-8:30 p.m. in Richmond Rose Garden in Glen Miller Park. Butterflies can be purchased […]