Attending an affordable home ownership workshop could help participants receive as much as $20,000 in down payment assistance. The Homeownership 101 series will be offered from 6-8 p.m. on four Tuesdays (Aug. 4-25) at Vaile Elementary School, 300 S. 14th St., Richmond. It’s open to those wanting to buy a home soon or who are […]
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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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City advances TIF district for AP Development
Richmond continues on track toward helping AP Development use tax increment finance dollars to help finance its Legacy on Main redevelopment project. During its July 22 meeting, the Richmond Advisory Plan Commission approved a Richmond Redevelopment Commission declaratory resolution that would remove seven AP Development properties along East Main Street from the original downtown TIF […]
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RCS collects school supplies
Richmond Community Schools is conducting its own school supply drive through Friday, Aug. 7. RCS officials say their family liaisons ensure donations reach students who truly need assistance. Items can be delivered or shipped to the district’s administration building, 300 Hub Etchison Parkway, Richmond, IN 47374. Most-needed items include No. 2 pencils, crayons, colored pencils, […]
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Original coffee shop owners open new event space
A new rental event space is opening at a familiar Richmond Depot District locale. The two-storied storefront at 185 Fort Wayne Ave. reopens next month in a full-circle moment for owners Mike and Terri Widau, who purchased it as the first Roscoe’s Coffee Bar and Tap Room site 17 years ago. The repurposed building is […]
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Bat in beehive, rain among string quartet surprises over years
About 30 kids and teens at Boys & Girls Clubs of Wayne County were “completely engaged” while attending a Chanticleer String Quartet performance last week. “They’ve still got it,” said Eli Howell, the clubs’ senior art instructor, about the Richmond-based quartet that is marking its 50th summer music festival. Howell said he was impressed how […]
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Families prepare for school changes
Families will find new hours and policies this fall at some Wayne County schools, including a statewide restriction on personal technology use. Personal technology To comply with Indiana General Assembly’s new statewide law, students attending public and charter schools must either power off their cell phones and other electronics and put them in lockers throughout […]
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Centerville, Hagerstown lead area in band contests
Twelve high school bands from Wayne, Henry and Randolph counties headed north last weekend to test their Indiana State Fair shows. Centerville, Hagerstown, Lincoln and Randolph Southern traveled to Jay County Lions’ contest on Friday, July 24, in Portland. Centerville led Wayne County schools, finishing fifth after Spirit of Muncie, Anderson, Winchester and Jay County. […]
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Wetzel, Detroit dealer bid to provide RPD 6 vehicles
A Detroit, Michigan, dealer bid $20,000 less than Wetzel Ford to supply Richmond Police Department with six vehicles. The Richmond Board of Public Works and Safety opened the bids from Bob Maxey Ford and Wetzel Ford during its July 16 meeting. Bob Maxey bid $275,670, and Wetzel Ford bid $295,854. The bidding process includes a […]
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RP&L proposes phased power bill surge
Anticipating future growth, Richmond Power & Light has proposed phased rate changes that would cost a 1,000-kilowatt-hour residential customer about $14 extra each month in 2029. The proposal follows a cost of service study by NextGen Strategies & Solutions that determined revenue necessary for RP&L to remain financially sound and prepare for its future. The […]
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Supplies, services offered before school starts
Several community organizations are offering back-to-school giveaways. Some are focused on providing supplies while they last. Some events also offer free or discounted services such as dental cleanings and health screenings. Cambridge City A supply distribution is planned at the Back to School Bash from noon-2 p.m. Saturday, July 25, at Cambridge City Christian Church, […]