The Pioneer Academic and Athletic Conference all-conference selections in soccer were announced last week with Seton Catholic garnering a second-team selection and two honorable mentions. Gavin Killian, who was a second-team selection, had four goals and two assists this season. Ethan Nisewonder and Ian Vournazos were both afforded honorable mention by the league. Nisewonder had […]
Local news and updates from Wayne County, Indiana reportersRichmond
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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Stabilizing Queen Anne house remains concern
A month after deciding a historic Queen Anne-style house along East Main Street should be saved, Richmond’s Historic Preservation Commission had a short discussion about the house Oct. 15. The house at 1828 E. Main St., on the northwest corner of 19th and East Main streets, has been saved twice. Commission members have met with […]
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Seton Catholic sweeps Lady Rebels, advances to semifinal
The 1A fifth-ranked Seton Catholic volleyball team began postseason play on Tuesday Oct. 15 with a sweep of Randolph Southern at the Monroe Central sectional. The high-flying Cardinals never trailed, racing to a 19-5 lead in the first set before settling for a 25-11 win. The second set was tied at 1-1 and 2-2 before […]
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Cardinals to carry Wayne County banner to regionals
The 1A fifth-ranked Seton Catholic Cardinal volleyball team took care of business on Saturday, Oct. 19, during play in the Monroe Central sectional. The Cards swept the host school in their semifinal match in the morning and then came back Saturday night to sweep Blue River Valley in the championship match. The Cardinals, who are […]
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RCS: Tech, security concerns abated
In addition to alleged Title IX inequities, Richmond Community Schools addressed recent security and technology concerns during its Oct. 9 meeting. Although the Title IX investigation is ramping up after engaging Noblesville-based law firm Church, Church, Hittle and Antrim to conduct an audit of RHS’ athletic programs, the other two situations appear to be wrapping […]
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5 Wayne County schools advance runners to regionals
Saturday, Oct. 19, was a good day for Wayne County athletes and teams participating in the Rushville cross country sectional. The top five teams and the top 15 individuals not on an advancing team qualified to participate in the Shelbyville regional on Saturday, Oct. 26. The Richmond boys and girls teams both advanced. The Seton […]
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Bryn VanVleet selected as PAAC Player of the Year
The PAAC recently announced their Volleyball All-Conference selections for the 2024 season. Defending 2A state champion Muncie Burris and Seton Catholic dominated the selections. Seton Catholic had two first team honorees, seniors Bella Cornell and Bryn VanVleet. Freshman Taryn Tremain was named to the second team. VanVleet became the first Seton Catholic volleyball player to […]
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Alumni recognized for health, education, busing contributions
A Richmond college is honoring seven alumni who’ve made an impact on children’s health, environmental education and transportation. Earlham College’s Homecoming festivities take place Oct. 17-20. Outstanding Alumni Award: Roberta Anderson Ballard and Phil Ballard graduated from Earlham in 1961, married in 1962 and completed Medical/Ph.D. training at the University of Chicago School and pediatric […]
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Council pulls $800K from budget appropriation
Richmond Common Council appropriated nearly $60 million for the city’s 2025 budget Oct. 7, but not before removing more than $800,000 from the appropriation. Justin Burkhardt, chair of council’s finance committee, made four motions that pulled $831,839.83 from the budget appropriation. The majority — $682,899.83 — came from Richmond Fire Department and emergency medical services […]
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Utility leader thanks crews, customers
Hurricane Helene pounded Wayne County with strong winds and torrential rain Sept. 27 that wreaked havoc on the Richmond Power & Light electric grid. While most sheltered inside — even if in darkness — RP&L crews defied the elements to restore power as quickly as possible. During the Oct. 7 RP&L board meeting, Tony Foster, […]