Two blocks of Richmond’s East Main Street will close for two hours March 28 for a pro-democracy march. During its March 5 meeting, Richmond’s Board of Public Works and Safety approved the closing from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. March 28. A group plans to meet at Elstro Plaza, walk to Fifth Street then return along […]
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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.
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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4 bid to sell RP&L a new dump truck
Four dealers submitted bids to supply Richmond Power & Light with a new dump truck. Tony Foster, RP&L’s general manager, opened the bids during the March 2 meeting of RP&L’s board, which is composed of Richmond Common Council members. The dump truck was budgeted for 2026, and RP&L could trade in a 2011 International dump […]
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Council considers how to attack parks projects
Richmond’s new 1% food and beverage tax will fund improvements to the city’s parks, but some officials are at odds about whether to use bonds to start that work before the tax revenue actually arrives. The first disbursement of revenue is expected in May. State law says it must be spent on parks, trails and […]
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Bearcats eliminate Red Devils
The Richmond Red Devils and the Muncie Central Bearcats, two teams that are familiar with each other, opened play in the Greenfield-Central sectional on Tuesday, March 3. The two teams met on Jan. 16, during regular-season play, with the Red Devils taking a 66-64 win. But Tuesday, the Bearcats avenged the loss 56-47 and eliminated the […]
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Indians’ late comeback eliminates Cards
The Seton Catholic Cardinals and Union City Indians opened sectional play in Cambridge City on Tuesday, March 3, in a rematch of a regular-season game played on Feb. 5 that the Indians won 63-48. The game on Tuesday played out far differently, but the end result was the same. Union City came back from a […]
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Farmers market registration begins
Winter cold will eventually yield to warmer days, and it’s time for farmers markets to begin planning for summer Saturdays. At least three Wayne County markets are recruiting potential vendors to offer baked goods, handmade crafts, produce, meat and other items. New vendor applications are at forms.gle/gU74VnpLZtELUSAm9 and returning vendor applications are at forms.gle/FnQHbrzRSbxLyYkEA. Paper […]
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Contract provides for asbestos inspection at Warfield Oil site
Richmond is taking a step toward demolishing the former Warfield Oil property. The city’s Board of Public Works and Safety approved a $3,200 contract with Patriot Engineering during its Feb. 26 meeting. Patriot will conduct a pre-demolition survey for asbestos-containing materials. Matt Keller, the city’s director of public operations and engineering, said the survey is […]
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Bids awarded for 3 RHS renovations
Citing needs including security and accessible restrooms, three construction projects will move forward at Richmond High School. During its Feb. 18 meeting, Richmond Community Schools’ board approved three bid awards for Career Center restrooms, a secure entrance and classroom reconfiguration. Pridemark Construction and Thor Construction each submitted bids for the three projects. They are: In […]
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Registration underway for Boys & Girls, Cope spring break camps
At least two Wayne County organizations are offering spring break programs for students. Boys & Girls Clubs of Wayne County will offer two special sessions. Its Wayne Bank Unit at 519 Queen St. in Pershing will be open from 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. March 23-27 for $10/day or $40 per week. The First Bank Unit at […]
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Bulldog senior is lone state swim qualifier
Centerville senior Devon Whaley won the 100-yard backstroke in a time of 54.96 seconds to earn a trip to the state meet. Teams from Centerville, Hagerstown and Richmond traveled to New Palestine High School on Thursday, Feb. 19. Divers who finished in the top four advanced to the diving regional to be held at Brownsburg […]