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RP&L saves on mobile power unit

Richmond Power & Light will purchase a new mobile power unit for almost $12,500 less than its budget. During its April 7 meeting, the RP&L board, which is comprised of Richmond Common Council members, unanimously accepted the $87,583 bid from Altec Fenex of Sandoval, Illinois, to provide the new unit. The purchase had been budgeted […]

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Construction may snare motorists

Utility work being planned for an already challenging road intersection in Richmond will require motorists to adjust their routes starting next week. During their April 10 meeting, the Richmond Board of Public Works and Safety heard about the need to close sections of eastbound U.S. Highway 40 and 37th Street in front of the Kroger […]

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Infrastructure funds set for 82 home sites

Infrastructure costs ground some Wayne County subdivision expansions to a halt, remaining stagnant despite plat approvals. Helping restart those projects was prioritized during Hoosier Enduring Legacy Planning, with more than a million dollars allocated to infrastructure projects. The Economic Development Corporation of Wayne County has vetted developers and their projects to determine a funding plan […]

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Free head, neck cancer screening offered

Tobacco and alcohol users and those who are sexually active are especially encouraged to get a free head and neck cancer screening. Reid Health’s Rehabilitation Services, ENT and Oncology Associates are offering what they describe as approximately 10-minute painless screenings. The exams are offered to walk-ins from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday, May 28, in Lingle […]

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Cards even record with no-hit victory

The Seton Catholic baseball team traveled to Indianapolis on Thursday, April 3, and picked up a 17-0 win over Purdue Poly Broad Ripple in a game that was halted after five innings because of the IHSAA mercy rule. Already leading 4-0, the Cardinals exploded for 11 runs in the top of the fourth inning to […]

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Devils lose opener to Spartans

The Richmond Red Devil baseball team ushered in the Mike Medley coaching era on Wednesday, April 2, by hosting longtime rival Connersville at McBride Stadium.  It was a back-and-forth battle.  The teams were tied at 2-2 after the first inning. The Spartans took a 3-1 lead in the top of the second inning. The Devils […]

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Tiger-Red Devil game to be continued

The Richmond Red Devil baseball team hosted the Hagerstown Tigers for an intracounty matchup on Thursday, April 3, at historic McBride Stadium. Both teams are a blend of young talent with veteran on-field leadership, and both have high hopes for the season.  The Tigers started the game with five freshmen and four seniors in their […]