Sirens screaming through Fountain City announced what many in town already knew: Northeastern’s archery teams had qualified for the national tournament. Again. One team from Northeastern High School and one from Northeastern Middle School will be shooting in the US Eastern National Tournament of the National Archery in the Schools Program on May 9-11 in […]
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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.
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Applications due April 1 for Wayne County mural contest
Local, national or international artists who want to be part of the 2024 Wayne County Murals Competition need to apply by April 1. Those selected will be commissioned to complete their mural and compete for three prizes ($10,000, $5,000 and $2,500). Ten new murals will be created along with a community mural where residents are […]
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RP&L continues meter conversion
Richmond Power and Light expects to complete its transition to advanced metering infrastructure two years ahead of schedule, according to General Manager Tony Foster. AMI meters enable two-way communication between the meter and the utility’s office, Foster said during the March 4 meeting of RP&L’s board of directors, which is composed of Richmond Common Council […]
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Blood donors come together to remember Cambridge City baby
The 12th annual Cooper Newton Memorial Blood Drive continued a family tradition of honoring each “heavenly birthday” of their son. Cooper received multiple blood transfusions before dying at 7 months from a genetic disorder. His parents, Clint and Beth Newton of Cambridge City, sponsored the first drive in 2013 to cherish his memory and to […]
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Lions end Cardinal season
Liberty Christian and Seton Catholic, both members of the Pioneer Academic and Athletic Conference, renewed their rivalry on Saturday, March 9, for the Regional Championship at the New Castle Fieldhouse. The teams met Jan. 12 during the regular season with Seton Catholic taking a 67-57 victory. On Saturday, the Lions avenged the loss by the […]
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Documentary series to feature Richmond
A film crew will collect stories about Richmond’s history for a documentary. Mayor Ron Oler told Richmond Common Council members during their March 4 meeting that Ball State University PBS wants input from anyone with history and artifacts about the city for “Now Entering … Richmond.” The documentary is scheduled to air at 8 p.m. […]
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RCS shares challenges, achievements
Many of Richmond Community Schools’ elementary, intermediate and high school students are at least one grade level behind where they should be in reading and/or math. RCS administrators provided data to board members at their Feb. 14 meeting representing various grades and programs. As Richmond educators shared several plans for improving student achievement, they acknowledge […]
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Seton teacher named among state’s best
A local science teacher was recognized as one of the Top 5 in a group of more than 2,000 colleagues. Seton Catholic High School’s Dan Reichley was a finalist for the highest honor for Catholic educators in the Archdiocese of Indianapolis — the Saint Theodora Guérin Excellence in Education Award. The award is named after […]
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RCS studying possible re-org
Richmond Community Schools has hired Indiana consultants to conduct a reorganization study of the district. As part of their resource analysis, the trio will review the possibility of reconfiguring grade-level combinations and implications for affected buildings and transportation. RCS’ board and administrators would review the consultants’ suggestions but could dismiss them if they don’t think […]
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Council’s next to consider development
Concerned about traffic, drainage, crowding and home prices, many of the more than 50 people attending the Feb. 28 Richmond Advisory Plan Commission meeting wore buttons that said “Vote no on ordinance 2-2024.” They did not get their wish. Plan commission members voted 7-0 to recommend Richmond Common Council approve the request of 11th Street […]