A Wayne County neighborhood is again on Indiana Landmarks’ statewide 10 Most Endangered list, but optimism is growing among several historic preservation leaders as progress is being made. The Starr Historic District is bounded by North A, North E, North 10th and North 16th streets in Richmond. Indiana Landmarks officials say that architecture enthusiasts previously […]
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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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Growing Transcendia receives tax abatements
A Richmond film manufacturer hopes to compete in the health care and food and beverage markets after a $10.5 million equipment investment. Transcendia is adding machinery from Austria to its 300 Industrial Parkway location. Cody Cohoon, the site manager, said new capabilities, such as lamination, will open those markets to the company. Transcendia was awarded […]
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RCS facilities conversation shifts to Dennis, Baxter
Richmond Community Schools is still in the conceptual design stage for determining which buildings will receive millions of dollars for repairs. At its Aug. 14 work session, board members shared opinions and asked questions of architect Kevin McCurdy, administrators and each other as they decide how to spend 2024 bond proceeds. One major decision is […]
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City receives 7 bids to demolish Elder-Beerman building
Seven bids to demolish the former Elder-Beerman building and pedestrian skywalk ranged from about $500,000 to nearly $1.2 million. The bids were opened during the Board of Public Works and Safety meeting Aug. 15 and taken under advisement. The seven bidders were: In addition, two bids for asbestos abatement were received: $13,395 from EnviroWorx Services […]
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Demand grows for violence survivor assistance
It’s a September tradition in Wayne County to release butterflies and help a social service organization. The fourth annual Evening of Hope Butterfly Release on Thursday, Sept. 5, will benefit A Better Way, formerly known as Genesis. It takes place from 6-8:30 p.m. in Richmond Rose Garden in Glen Miller Park. Butterflies can be purchased […]
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BZA approves sign for new Five Below store
A typical Five Below storefront sign measures 180.5 square feet. That’s the sign the company wants on its planned Richmond store at 4615 National Road E., but that required a variance of development standards. It turns out the size is half of a square foot larger than the allowable 180 square feet for the 90-foot […]
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2 manufacturers closing doors
Although Wayne County has gained jobs and investments from some recent business consolidations, corporate leaders have decided to wind down operations at two Richmond plants. Valerie Shaffer, Economic Development Corp. of Wayne County president, said EDC staff are working with human resource teams for TBK America and Champion Target to help connect their former employees […]
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Demolition would create Depot District parking
A mural depicting a train that’s seemingly pulling into the former Pennsylvania Railroad Depot welcomes visitors to Richmond’s Historic Depot District. That train, though, will be replaced by cars, SUVs and pickup trucks. The city of Richmond plans to demolish the former Mechanics Laundry and Supply Inc. building at 1002 N. E St., where the […]
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RCS board declines to approve equity policy
Although several Richmond Community Schools board members said they appreciated the work that community members put into writing an equity policy, board members didn’t support its full implementation. Board members conducted an in-depth discussion at their Aug. 14 meeting, describing conversations they’ve had with Richmond Education Association’s Racial Equity Coalition members and their individual reviews […]
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Schools lift extra security precautions
Several Wayne County schools tightened security for about 90 minutes Monday morning after a reported domestic situation raised safety concerns. Richmond Police Department received an anonymous call at 8:27 a.m. Monday from an individual claiming to have taken his wife hostage and to be en route to a local community school with a bomb, according […]