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23 listed on county ballot so far

On the first three days Hoosiers could file for the primary election, 23 individuals joined Wayne County’s ballot, including two people who volunteered for two opportunities. Filing opened Wednesday, Jan. 7. Twenty-one of the candidates so far are Republicans. One Democrat seeks to become a precinct committee member, and another joined a Republican for filing […]

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Barrett will not seek reelection in 2026

State Rep. Brad Barrett says he will conclude his time representing House District 56 in the Indiana House of Representatives after eight years, and will not seek reelection in 2026. According to a statement released by the Indiana House Republican Campaign Committee and confirmed by a representative for Barrett, he will finish out the remainder […]

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Chief deputy will seek top spot

Alan Moore’s involvement with the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office stretches back three decades. Now, after serving as chief deputy, he’d like to lead the department as sheriff. Moore was scheduled to officially announce during an April 22 event at Red Front Pizza and Grill in Richmond his candidacy for the Republican nomination in the 2026 […]