Renovations are nearly complete at Lincoln Middle/High School, and planning begins in September for Western Wayne Elementary improvements. Western Wayne School board members received construction updates at their Aug. 13 meeting. LMHS Principal Renee Lakes said students have loved the new look of everything, including giant windows in the cafeteria to add light. Window wraps […]
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10 honored for community improvements
Recognizing investments made to improve appearances, functionality and spirit, Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce recognized local businesses and organizations at its annual Community Improvement Awards. The Aug. 12 ceremony at Hartley Hills Golf Club and Events Center in Hagerstown celebrated construction, renovation, vision, community pride and transformational impact. Winners Additional nominees Root 13 owner […]
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Bulldogs, Knights chase TEC title
1A Cambridge City Lincoln Head Coach: Jeremy Bane, entering second year at Lincoln Record last season: 1-9 Cambridge City Lincoln is in serious rebuilding mode. The Eagles’ roster last year listed 21 players. Ten graduated and another was injured in an off-season accident and will not be able to play this season. Their starting quarterback […]
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Library might need to leave downtown
Citing failing essential systems, Morrisson-Reeves Library officials say they could be forced to find another permanent location if Wayne County officials don’t allow the library to pursue more than $18 million in bonds for a renovation. MRL Director Dena Little and board members issued an Aug. 7 letter to the community noting a “pivotal moment” […]
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PHOTOS: Welcoming hug starts school year right
School is back in session in Wayne County, as Wednesday, Aug. 6, was the first day of instruction for most districts. Parents hugged and kissed their children goodbye, as educators welcomed them with open arms back into the classroom. Millicent Martin Emery, DAJO Photos and Joshua Smith captured the following photos for Western Wayne News.
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Cardinals favored to repeat 1A sectional;’ Class 2A sectional up for grabs
The 2025 volleyball season has the potential to be an exciting one for Wayne County fans in what is increasingly becoming a hotbed area for high-quality volleyball. In 1A, Seton Catholic, a semi-state qualifier a season ago, graduated two all-state players, but they return enough talent to recapture the Union (Modoc) sectional and make another […]
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Teen takes 3rd in state civics bee
Wayne County’s three civics bee finalists all finished in the state competition’s top six. Those three students, Taytem Rivera, Hadley Nutty and Bella Mitchell, were among the 11 finalists from across Indiana competing to represent Hoosiers in the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s National Civics Bee. The state finals took place Wednesday, July 30, at […]
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PHOTOS: Talents on display at Hagerstown’s Jubilee Days
Hagerstown’s Jubilee Days brought spectators together to enjoy various talents, vendors and a beloved competition. During the talent show, performances included music and dance routines. The crowd gathered for the gyroscope world championships, which is a highlight of the community’s annual festival. Joshua Smith captured these photos of the event for Western Wayne News.
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3 bands crack fair’s top 10
With themes ranging from the 1980s “Pac-Man” video game to dance trends and Greek mythology, Wayne County’s five public high schools rose to the challenge of Indiana State Fair Band Day. Richmond, Centerville and Hagerstown placed in the top 10, while directors for Northeastern and Lincoln also were proud of their students’ hard work on […]
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Let the fun in Dublin continue
Dublin community members celebrated recent updates to Wilson Park during a Saturday, July 26, ribbon cutting ceremony. Dublin town council president Nathan Ulerick thanked donors and supporters for making the project possible and the way it showed support for the community’s children. “They’re the future,” Ulerick said. Community members raised over $51,000 to unlock a […]