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Water mains being flushed in Richmond

Indiana American Water is flushing water mains in the Richmond service area between 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. until Friday, Nov. 11. No interruptions in water service are anticipated because of the work. Customers may experience a slight drop in water pressure or temporary water discoloration. Customers should refrain from doing laundry during the time of day […]

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Meet school board candidates on TV candidate forums

Whitewater Community Television is once again providing Wayne County voters an opportunity to meet the candidates in contested races prior to the November election. WCTV is partnering with the Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce and Western Wayne News on the IN Focus program, to help voters be informed of their choices when heading to […]

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Officer Seara Burton to be taken off life support Thursday

After three weeks in critical condition, Richmond Police Officer Seara Burton will be taken off life support Thursday, Sept. 1, police announced Wednesday evening. “Despite the very best efforts of all the doctors and nurses at Miami Valley Hospital, Officer Seara Burton’s injuries have been determined to be unrecoverable,” according to a statement made by […]

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Hundreds gather for prayer vigil for RPD officer

Hundreds gathered Friday night for a prayer vigil on the Richmond Municipal Building lawn for wounded Richmond Police Department Officer Seara Burton. Although no specific updates on Burton’s health were provided at the vigil, Seara’s stepmother, Ami Miller, also an RPD officer, expressed gratitude Friday night and Saturday afternoon on social media for community support […]

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7:30 p.m. update: ‘Blue Friday’ clothing at RCS, banner, tourney, shirts among signs of support for officer

Richmond Community Schools has designated Friday as “Blue Friday,” and several area school districts are encouraging blue clothing Friday. such as Western Wayne, Northeastern, Nettle Creek and Centerville-Abington. While Friday has traditionally been “red and white day,” RCS officials encourages its students, employees and community members to wear blue to show their support for Officer […]