An upcoming concert celebrates great friends and great music. One of those new friends is Maestro Andrés Lopera, who is getting acquainted with area residents while starting his new role with Richmond Symphony Orchestra. “We couldn’t be more excited for Andres’ debut as the conductor and music director,” said Leslie Bolser, the orchestra’s new board […]
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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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Teachers’ union accuses RCS of unfair labor practices
Richmond Education Association leaders have filed two complaints alleging unfair labor practices against Richmond Community Schools and say they “are under attack from the administration.” They also have expressed concerns about RCS’ recommendation to cancel the teaching contract of the association’s president, who has taught for many years in the district. In a Sept. 6 […]
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Richmond taps alternative sources to fund budget
Richmond plans to use more than a million dollars in redevelopment, opioid settlement and American Rescue Plan Act dollars to fund its 2024 budget. On Aug. 28 and 29, Richmond Common Council members received proposed budget reports from Mayor Dave Snow, Controller Emily Palmer and the city’s department heads. Snow said the budget proposal is […]
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Unbeaten Northeastern sweeps Devils
Larry Moore Gymnasium was rocking. A large vocal crowd turned out on Tuesday, Aug. 29, to see the much-anticipated match-up between the host Lady Knights and the visiting Lady Red Devils from Richmond. The two schools are not in the same enrollment class, they are not in the same conference and they won’t be assigned […]
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Event will feature ceramics history
A celebration of all things clay will include an exploration of Cambridge City’s Overbeck sisters and their nationally known pottery creations. Former Western Wayne resident Bob Ammerman will discuss the famous family at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, during Richmond Art Museum’s 11th Potterypalooza. Ammerman has been a collector of Overbeck pottery for more than […]
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Prayer vigil will remember officer
Residents are invited to gather Friday night for an outdoor prayer vigil that remembers the bravery and dedication of K9 Officer Seara Burton. With approval from Burton’s family, City of Richmond officials are offering the gathering at 6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 8, on the south steps of the municipal building, 50 N. Fifth St. “Officer […]
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Tigers give coach 302nd win
Head coach Brian Dale has built a powerhouse program at Hagerstown. During his tenure the 2A Tigers have won four sectionals, a regional, six conference titles and nine county championships. During that time Dale has always scheduled a match with 1A Seton Catholic. Last season, for the first time, the Lady Cardinals defeated Hagerstown […]
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Reid Center offers performances
The Reid Center has set its free “Live at Noon” series concerts as well as other performances. “Live at Noon” provides hourlong concerts the first and third Wednesdays from September through November, according to a news release. They are in the former Reid Memorial Presbyterian Church at the corner of North A and North 11th […]
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Scout sees world at Korea gathering
A Centerville lad’s summer experience half a world away from home turned out differently from what he expected when record heat changed the plan. Quentin Turner, the 14-year-old son of Kelly and Karen Turner and a freshman at Centerville Sr. High School, attended the 25th World Scout Jamboree in Saemangeum, South Korea. A member of […]
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Photos: ‘A bridge between the past and the future’
Indiana Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch took part in the unveiling of a historical marker at the dedication and christening of the Dr. Mary F. Thomas ridge in Richmond on Saturday, Aug. 26. Speakers during the program praised Thomas’s “national influence” and accomplishments as a physician, advocate for women and community leader. Here’s a gallery of […]