On Saturday the kids and I went to a farm auction. It was just south of where I laid my head for 18 years, at a farm that I closely associate with my childhood, as I spent many days there playing with the granddaughter of the occupants. I paused while pushing the double stroller up […]
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.
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Police: Juvenile arrested after threat made against RHS
Richmond Police Department was made aware of a possible threat of violence to Richmond Community Schools, specifically Richmond High School, at approximately 10:40 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 8. The threat was made on a social media platform, and soon went viral amongst the community, said Lt. Donnie Benedict, representing RPD’s Office of Community Engagement, Youth Services, […]
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Police: Shots fired, gunshot wound reported in 2 separate incidents
Richmond Police Department responded to two incidents involving firearms early Tuesday morning (Sept. 3) At approximately 5:35 a.m., third shift patrol officers responded to a shots fired call in the 2100 block of North D Street in Richmond. The police department received reports of people yelling before hearing the shots and then people running after […]
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Ronnie Milsap among entertainers coming to Wayne County; season tickets on sale this week
Country and pop music legend Ronnie Milsap is part of the lineup for Civic Hall Performing Arts Center’s 26th season of bringing nationally touring performers to Wayne County. Milsap, who performs at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 9 at the professional-quality auditorium inside Richmond High School, has had 40 No. 1 hits as a country crossover singer. […]
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Sheriff: I-70 stabbing victim dies; suspect faces murder charge
The victim in the stabbing that occurred along Interstate 70 in Richmond has died from his injuries. Wayne County Sheriff Randy Retter announced the death of Angel Cruz, 55, of Miami, Florida, on Friday night, which was a week after the incident occurred. A semi was reported to be disabled near the 154 mile-marker, and […]
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Sheriff: Stabbing leads to I-70 shutdown, attempted murder charge
Interstate 70 was shut down for nearly five hours Friday night after police discovered one of the occupants of a disabled semi had been stabbed, and now a man faces a charge of attempted murder. The investigation began when Wayne County Communications received a report of a disabled semi located west of the 156 mile-marker […]
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Semi crashes into I-70 solar panels
A truck left Interstate 70 during the evening of Monday, Aug. 12, and crashed into the New Castle Solar Array located at I-70 and Indiana 3, causing significant damage to several solar panels there. According to a news release from Whitewater Valley REMC, preliminary reports say approximately 150 feet of fencing and three rows of […]
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‘Mamma Mia!’ winding down run at Richmond Civic Theatre
Richmond Civic Theatre is opening its 2019-2020 season with “Mammma Mia!” The musical features songs by ABBA. For more information or tickets, call (765) 962-8011 or visit gorct.org Cast List Role Performer Donna Sheridan Lisa Boaz Sophie Sheridan Mikayla Mathews Sam Carmichael Andy Shepard Bill Austin Michael Johnson Harry Bright Stu Milligan Tanya Cresham-Leigh Jules […]
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Find Band Day photos from Richmond, Lincoln, Hagerstown, Centerville, Northeastern, Connersville, Union County, Winchester
Dana and Joetta Harris of DAJO Photos spent all day and evening capturing moments for local schools at Indiana State Fair Band Day. Find galleries of Band Day photos from Richmond, Lincoln, Hagerstown, Centerville, Northeastern, Connersville, Union County and Winchester through their link here: https://dajophotos.photoreflect.com/store/thumbpage.aspx?e=10462586 Photos are featured from morning and evening competitions as well […]
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Credit union aims to buy West End Bank
The sale of Richmond-based West End Bank to a Fort-Wayne based credit union is underway. The all-cash purchase and assumption agreement transaction was announced Aug. 1. West End Bank, which has operated since 1894, has four bank branches in Richmond, Liberty and Hagerstown. It had approximately $298.8 million in assets, 24,000 customers and 82 employees […]