Richmond Community Schools’ board has celebrated a nearly $82,000 donation for band uniforms and approved a 2025-2026 calendar. At its Nov. 25 meeting, trustees unanimously approved $93,098.90 in donations, including Debra Edelman’s $81,800 gift for Richmond High School band uniforms. While expressing gratitude for all donations, John Weber called Edelman’s contribution “spectacular.” Several donations were […]
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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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Tigers defeat Cardinals 57-48
The Hagerstown Tigers hosted the Seton Catholic Cardinals on Wednesday, Dec. 4, in a nonconference county matchup. The Cardinals led most of the first half and the teams were tied eight times, the last time at 45-45, before a late scoring surge from the free-throw line propelled the Tigers to the win. The game was […]
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International tire scheme results in arrest of Richmond man
A Richmond man is accused of being the middle man in an international scheme that fraudulently bought and resold tires. Bulmaro Santiago-Julian, 47, of the 1800 block of North J Street is formally charged with Level 5 felony corrupt business influence and five counts of aiding, inducing or causing fraud — three as Level 6 […]
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Revolutionary War veterans’ families to watch dedications
A group of history enthusiasts will dedicate new grave markers for two Revolutionary War veterans buried in Wayne County, and their descendants are participating in the ceremonies. The programs take place 1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11, at New Garden Cemetery, 1334 New Garden Road, Fountain City, and at noon Saturday, Dec. 14, at King Cemetery, […]
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Developers request zoning concessions at former E-B site
Even as the former Elder-Beerman building is torn down, developers have requested zoning exceptions from the city of Richmond for the apartments that will replace the former department store. Two petitions for developer Flaherty & Collins Properties and architect American Structurepoint are on the agenda for the Richmond Board of Zoning Appeals’ Dec. 18 meeting. […]
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RCS makes facility decisions
Richmond Community Schools has narrowed some plans for facility improvements and expanded others. Some previously discussed Richmond High School athletics upgrades are being reduced in favor of improving its special education classrooms and building security. At its Nov. 25 work session, several RCS board members showed enthusiasm for some or all of the additional suggested […]
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Signals change at 4 U.S. 40 intersections
A few weeks after changing traffic lights at two busy Richmond intersections, Indiana Department of Transportation officials are planning four more changes at existing signals in early December. On or after Tuesday, Dec. 3, crews are changing the existing traffic signals at Richmond intersections of U.S. 40 eastbound/Main Street and 13th and 15th streets, U.S. […]
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‘I think we’ll be OK’
When Connie Ropp learned she could go inside her Sweet Blessings bakery and bistro during hours that crews aren’t demolishing the neighboring former Elder-Beerman building, she asked one question: Could she bake? The answer was: There’s no reason why not. “That’s a game-changer,” she said. “You just made me a very happy woman.” Sweet Blessings […]
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NCC honors Devil athletes, coaches
Several Richmond High School fall sports athletes, teams and two head coaches were recognized recently by the North Central Conference. All-Conference selection in Cross Country is based on finish in the conference meet. Keena Barker was the race winner in the girls race. Lauren Newton finished fifth and Katy Peacock earned sixth. All three were […]
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VanVleet chosen for All-Star team
Seton Catholic senior Bryn VanVleet was named to participate in the Indiana High School Volleyball Coaches Association All-Star Classic as a member of 1A/2A Senior North All-Star Team. For the season, VanVleet had 628 kills, 82 aces, 241 digs and 53 blocks. Her 628 kills ranked second in the state. For her career, she finished […]