The Wayne County 4-H Fair has wrapped up for 2026, but the memories of food, fun and good times linger. From works of art and glowing demonstrations of craftsmanship to the pride of first-year exhibitors, champion livestock and the quiet moments of preparation behind the scenes, fair week celebrated the dedication, talent and tradition that […]
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Hundreds involved in fair projects
This week’s Wayne County’s 4-H Fair features the hard work of hundreds of students and volunteers. According to 4-H leaders, the organization has 640 members this year. Of that number, 506 are in third through 12th grade while 134 are in kindergarten through second grade. They participate in 23 clubs and receive assistance from 125 […]
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Visitors experience fun at Abbott’s candy factory
On Thursday, June 11, Abbott’s Candies welcomed Retail Confectioners International to tour its 48 E. Walnut St., Hagerstown location. Around 200 Chocolatiers from the U.S. and Canada reviewed the establishment to gather inspiration for their own businesses. Abbott’s has been making candy in Hagerstown since 1890, making it the oldest candy shop in Indiana. Owner […]
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4-H Fair spotlights glassblowing, history
With new and traditional events, Wayne County 4-H Fair celebrates 175 years of fairs in the county and 50 years at its current location starting Saturday, June 20. New highlights include glassblowing demonstrations from 2-8 p.m. most days and living history programs featuring Daniel Boone from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, June 23, and Abraham Lincoln from […]
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PHOTOS: Annual fundraiser lights up the night
Glow sticks and hot-air balloons lit up Glen Miller Park’s golf course June 3 during the 1st Bloom & Glow event. Prior to the balloons glowing at dusk, seven local caterers served ticketed guests inside the Richmond Rose Garden during the annual fundraiser. Joshua Smith captured these photos for the Western Wayne News.
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Henley factory: History and idealism live here
Henry Freeman likes history, old knives and the old wooden buildings in Wayne County. Nearly a decade ago he put the three together and started making knives the old way, using some of that old wood for the handles. He teaches one-day classes where students walk out the door with their name etched on a […]
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Fair links generations
Whether competing or just enjoying food, amusements and community connections, Wayne County 4-H Fair is a tradition for many families. Organizers are hoping to gather their stories and items for display as the June 20-27 fair celebrates local and national milestones. Along with America’s 250th birthday, 2026 marks 175 years of fairs in the county […]
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Unsung heroes power personal art show
Students in Hagerstown Jr./Sr. High art classes honored their unsung heroes with original artwork in a show the Historic Hagerstown Museum hosted Sunday, May 17. The show was an extension of a yearlong project that HJSHS art teacher Beth Overfield implemented as an Arteffect Arts Ambassador. Arteffect is a program where students and educators learn […]
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Knights capture 2nd crown
The Northeastern softball team defeated Centerville 5-2 in the championship game of the Winchester softball sectional on Thursday, May 28. It was the first time since 2017 that the Northeastern softball program has won a sectional championship in softball — only the second time in school history. After upsetting 2A second-ranked Hagerstown two days prior, […]
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PHOTOS: Annual treasure quest
Shoppers searched for treasures during the Historic National Road Yard Sale held Wednesday, May 27 through Sunday, May 31. Yard sales dominated U.S. 40 during this event, stretching from Baltimore, Maryland, to St. Louis, Missouri. U.S. 40 in Richmond and Pershing was no exception, with shoppers of all ages searching for a great deal. Joshua […]