Northeastern was the best team in the building on Saturday, Oct. 14, during play at the Hagerstown sectional. The Lady Knights, the regular season Tri-Eastern Conference champions, had to beat the teams that finished second and third in the TEC standings on the same day to win the title, and the girls in green and […]
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Area schools cooperate, but will not consolidate
Public school corporations have ways of improving student achievement without forced consolidation, according to local small school officials, including online learning and some degree of cooperation with other school districts. The Indiana Chamber of Commerce agrees but is renewing its push for improving the academic performance and economic efficiency of the smallest school corporations, with […]
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’50 Over 50′ puts women in new light
Susanna Tanner began feeling invisible when she entered her early 50s. She decided to help other women in her age group and beyond feel visible through sharing their stories and finding new ways to present their images. The Richmond-based professional photographer began developing a series of portraits called the “50 Over 50 Project,” on display […]
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Award winner’s program helps addicted mothers
Dr. Erika Brandenstein saw an increase in babies born to mothers misusing substances at Reid Health, and decided to change the situation. Her efforts helped create The NEST, a maternal treatment program for which she’s the medical director. That desire to help others, to live a life of faith and service and to study the […]
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RCS hears concerns about teacher treatment, McBride purchase option
Three topics dominated Richmond Community Schools’ nearly three-hour Sept. 27 board meeting: Concerns about the potential dismissal of the teachers’ union president, the district’s 2024 budget, and opportunities to purchase McBride Stadium. Before the meeting that was moved to Civic Hall to accommodate a larger crowd, Richmond Education Association and Indiana State Teachers Association representatives […]
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Fire department is out of space
Something has to give, says Rick Cole, the Hagerstown-Jefferson Township fire chief. The fire station is too small and it’s deteriorating. It looks like the town is starting to move on expansion or building anew. Town Council President Becky Diercks said they will be talking about options with Cole and a consultant, possibly at Monday’s […]
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Council supports park, playground efforts
A new park performance venue, an inclusive playground and other improvements are on the horizon for Cambridge City, made possible by donations, grants and state and federal funding. Wayne County Commissioner Jeff Plasterer outlined the town’s opportunities through the Hoosier Enduring Legacy Program during its Sept. 11 council meeting. Cambridge City already committed $118,978, which […]
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Photos: Levi Coffin Days 2023
The 56th annual Levi Coffin Days Festival took place over the weekend, organized by the Fountain City Lions Club. The event honors Levi and Catharine Coffin’s work to help enslaved people find freedom. Photographer Joshua Smith was there for the Western Wayne News and shared these photos:
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Food, parade, history mix for Levi Coffin Days
Smoked pork chops, parade entries, chalk art and live music could help attract area residents to Fountain City for Levi Coffin Days. The 56th annual festival takes place from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 16, and Sunday, Sept. 17, along and near U.S. 27. Highlights will include the parade at 11 a.m. Saturday, […]
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Photos: Canal Days
Cambridge City’s annual Canal Days festival took place Sept. 9 and 10. Vendors sold handmade items, food and more as crowds circulated past booths to celebrate “a walk through time.” This photo gallery captures some of the experience: Photos by Joshua Smith