A film crew will collect stories about Richmond’s history for a documentary. Mayor Ron Oler told Richmond Common Council members during their March 4 meeting that Ball State University PBS wants input from anyone with history and artifacts about the city for “Now Entering … Richmond.” The documentary is scheduled to air at 8 p.m. […]
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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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RCS shares challenges, achievements
Many of Richmond Community Schools’ elementary, intermediate and high school students are at least one grade level behind where they should be in reading and/or math. RCS administrators provided data to board members at their Feb. 14 meeting representing various grades and programs. As Richmond educators shared several plans for improving student achievement, they acknowledge […]
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Seton teacher named among state’s best
A local science teacher was recognized as one of the Top 5 in a group of more than 2,000 colleagues. Seton Catholic High School’s Dan Reichley was a finalist for the highest honor for Catholic educators in the Archdiocese of Indianapolis — the Saint Theodora Guérin Excellence in Education Award. The award is named after […]
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RCS studying possible re-org
Richmond Community Schools has hired Indiana consultants to conduct a reorganization study of the district. As part of their resource analysis, the trio will review the possibility of reconfiguring grade-level combinations and implications for affected buildings and transportation. RCS’ board and administrators would review the consultants’ suggestions but could dismiss them if they don’t think […]
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Council’s next to consider development
Concerned about traffic, drainage, crowding and home prices, many of the more than 50 people attending the Feb. 28 Richmond Advisory Plan Commission meeting wore buttons that said “Vote no on ordinance 2-2024.” They did not get their wish. Plan commission members voted 7-0 to recommend Richmond Common Council approve the request of 11th Street […]
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Cardinals defeat Vikings, advance to regional
Last season the Seton Catholic Cardinals endured the bitter disappointment of losing in the sectional championship game to Blue River Valley. But Saturday, March 2, was payback day when the Cardinals turned the tables, defeating the Vikings by the score of 38-34 to take the trophy back to Richmond. Jason Moynihan hit two free throws […]
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Wernle ends outpatient services, dismisses most staff
Following a Jan. 28 announcement that it was ending its residential treatment services, Wernle Youth & Family Treatment Center in Richmond said in a statement March 2 that it is also ending its outpatient services, dismissing its service staff and working to evaluate future opportunities. “The infrastructure needed to continue those services is cost prohibitive […]
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District joins suit against social media firms
Northeastern Wayne School Corp. is joining a class action lawsuit that maintains social media sites are a cause of mental health issues among students. At the recommendation of Superintendent Matthew Hicks, the Northeastern Wayne schools board agreed on Feb. 21 to join one of many lawsuits against social media companies. According to the Education Week […]
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Student, professor honored for Building Bridges
A 2023 Richmond High School graduate and an Indiana University East associate professor have received statewide recognition. One student and one additional community member (faculty, staff, local organization, etc.) from each IU campus and IU’s School of Medicine are recognized each year with the Building Bridges Award for promoting equality, diversity, inclusion and respect. Honorees demonstrate […]
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Devils capture 20th win at Jeff
The Richmond Red Devils traveled to Lafayette Jefferson on Thursday, Feb. 22, in search of their 20th win and sole possession of third place in the final North Central Conference standings. The Red Devils did not have the start they hoped for, quickly falling behind 11-2. The Red Devils last played on Feb. 10, and […]