Solar batteries from China are currently in a Georgia transit port, but work at a Richmond solar park prepares for their arrival in the city. The Indiana Municipal Power Agency, to which Richmond Power & Light belongs, selected the Richmond 6 solar park at South 23rd Street and Wernle Road for its initial foray into […]
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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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Sewer rate showdown: Funding options explored
Putting taxpayer dollars into industrial infrastructure is supposed to attract jobs and community growth that eventually pays us back. But when it comes to expanding sewer capacity at the Midwest and Northwest industrial parks, some residents are saying they don’t want to be a part of that plan. Richmond Common Council members have listened to […]
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Cardinals beat Spartans, improve to 5-0
The Seton Catholic volleyball team hosted Connersville on Tuesday, Aug. 26, and handed the Spartans a loss that went four sets. The teams were tied at one set each before the Cardinals won each of the next two sets by identical scores of 25-23 to close out the match. Jolie Scherschel and Taryn Tremain combined […]
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Animal contract was doggone expensive
Richmond spent $1,961.90 per animal last year to shelter 21 animals at the Henry County Humane Society. Since 2022, the city has contracted with the New Castle shelter after local shelters could not accept the volume of animals the city housed. The renewable annual contract has cost $41,200 for up to 400 animals, with each […]
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Hagerstown beats Richmond in 2 sets
The Hagerstown volleyball team played host to Richmond and Triton Central on Saturday, Aug. 30, in a round-robin format. In the opening match, Triton Central defeated Richmond in straight sets by scores of 25-17 and 27-25. In the second match, Hagerstown defeated Richmond 25-15 and 25-8. Nia Jones had four digs for Richmond, Jazelle James […]
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Eagles soar past Devils in state line clash
The Richmond football team made the short trip to Eaton, Ohio, on Friday, Aug. 29 to take on the Eaton Eagles. The Eagles, after losing their season opener last week to rival Greenville, jumped out to an early lead and held on for a 31-7 win. The Red Devils had several outstanding performances and highlight […]
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RCS: Superintendent’s contract not changed
Nothing has changed with Richmond Community Schools Superintendent Curtis Wright’s contract, his relationship with the school board, or the length of time he plans to work for the district, according to district officials. On Friday, Aug. 29, Richmond Community Schools’ Board of Trustees clarified recent actions regarding Superintendent Curtis Wright’s administrative contract to address misinformation […]
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Hire the best person for the job, or the cheapest?
Whitewater Gorge activation work has begun at the Test Road trail head, but two more phases remain in the complicated and expensive project. To help with the upcoming phases, Richmond Parks and Recreation Department asked Richmond Common Council on Aug. 18 to consider an alternative method to engage a contractor. The ordinance would enable all […]
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Richmond falls to Connersville in season opener
The Richmond football team hosted longtime rival Connersville on Friday, Aug. 22, to open regular-season play. The Devils scored first when Jai Allen pulled in a 20-yard TD pass and Ryder Morken added the PAT to make the score 7-0. The Spartans responded with 21 second quarter points to take a 21-7 halftime lead. The […]
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City denies negligence in RCS student’s lawsuit
The city of Richmond denies any negligence, knowledge of or responsibility for the alleged bullying of a David W. Dennis Middle School student last school year. Lawyers representing the student and parents filed a lawsuit June 23 in Wayne County Superior Court 1 claiming the student was seriously injured and sexually assaulted during four separate […]