About 30 kids and teens at Boys & Girls Clubs of Wayne County were “completely engaged” while attending a Chanticleer String Quartet performance last week. “They’ve still got it,” said Eli Howell, the clubs’ senior art instructor, about the Richmond-based quartet that is marking its 50th summer music festival. Howell said he was impressed how […]
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.
For a list of upcoming events in Richmond, Indiana, you can also visit our community calendar at WayneCounty.events. It has local arts events in Richmond, family events in Richmond, Indiana, and much more.
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Families prepare for school changes
Families will find new hours and policies this fall at some Wayne County schools, including a statewide restriction on personal technology use. Personal technology To comply with Indiana General Assembly’s new statewide law, students attending public and charter schools must either power off their cell phones and other electronics and put them in lockers throughout […]
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Centerville, Hagerstown lead area in band contests
Twelve high school bands from Wayne, Henry and Randolph counties headed north last weekend to test their Indiana State Fair shows. Centerville, Hagerstown, Lincoln and Randolph Southern traveled to Jay County Lions’ contest on Friday, July 24, in Portland. Centerville led Wayne County schools, finishing fifth after Spirit of Muncie, Anderson, Winchester and Jay County. […]
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Wetzel, Detroit dealer bid to provide RPD 6 vehicles
A Detroit, Michigan, dealer bid $20,000 less than Wetzel Ford to supply Richmond Police Department with six vehicles. The Richmond Board of Public Works and Safety opened the bids from Bob Maxey Ford and Wetzel Ford during its July 16 meeting. Bob Maxey bid $275,670, and Wetzel Ford bid $295,854. The bidding process includes a […]
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RP&L proposes phased power bill surge
Anticipating future growth, Richmond Power & Light has proposed phased rate changes that would cost a 1,000-kilowatt-hour residential customer about $14 extra each month in 2029. The proposal follows a cost of service study by NextGen Strategies & Solutions that determined revenue necessary for RP&L to remain financially sound and prepare for its future. The […]
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Supplies, services offered before school starts
Several community organizations are offering back-to-school giveaways. Some are focused on providing supplies while they last. Some events also offer free or discounted services such as dental cleanings and health screenings. Cambridge City A supply distribution is planned at the Back to School Bash from noon-2 p.m. Saturday, July 25, at Cambridge City Christian Church, […]
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Film, TV theme songs come to life on field
Wayne County bands showed the progress they’re making with music made popular by “Scooby-Doo,” James Bond, “The Nutcracker,” Béla Fleck and Beethoven. Hundreds of fans gathered under initially sprinkling skies to watch 10 high school bands compete in Centerville Senior High School’s Archway Classic on Saturday, July 18. It’s the first Central Indiana Track Show […]
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25 years searching for Niqui
Twenty-five years after her disappearance, Niqui McCown’s family still demands answers. They hope two Richmond events this month inspire the closure they seek. On Wednesday, July 22, the family will host their annual candlelight vigil where they say a word of prayer, release balloons and light Chinese lanterns in Niqui’s memory. “It’s really just for […]
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Richmond nurse receives caregiver award
Richmond caregiver Lisa Jelly-May received the surprise of her career last month. On Thursday, June 25, Jelly-May, director of nursing at The Leland Legacy, was named an Indiana Health Care Association/Indiana Center for Assisted Living’s Caregiver of the Year. Jelly-May tearfully shared the moment with team members, family and friends. IHCA/INCAL President Paul Peaper was […]
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Senior center will again welcome Girls Inc.
Richmond Senior Recreation Center will again see an infusion of youth once the new school year begins. Girls Inc. will use the senior center for after-school activities until its storm-damaged building is ready for use. During its July 9 meeting, the Richmond Parks and Recreation Board approved changing its facility use agreement so Girls Inc. […]