Fountain City has formed the Fountain City Forward nonprofit Main Street organization. The group is committed to maximizing opportunities for historical preservation, revitalization and beautification as well as technological and safety enhancements, according to a news release. Fountain City Forward is working with the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs to obtain Indiana Main […]
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Citing illness, WWS plans online learning Thursday, closing Friday
Western Wayne Schools will have an online learning day Thursday, Feb. 8, and will be closed Friday, Feb. 9, because of “a significant increase in illness among both our staff and students,” according to a statement posted to social media. A recent surge in contagious illnesses has resulted in a substantial number of absences among […]
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Speakers to address blight, vacancy at conference
Three featured speakers will address blight and vacancy in historic neighborhoods during the annual Quality of Place Conference. Richmond Columbian Properties will host the conference April 25 at the William G. Scott House, 204 N. 10th St. Registration opens at 9:30 a.m., with the first session at 10:30 a.m. The event expects to conclude about […]
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Applications due Feb. 9 for scholarships
Chilly, rainy days are an ideal time for current high school and college students to spend time applying for scholarships through Wayne County Foundation. Applications are due Feb. 9. Some scholarships are open to all Wayne County high school graduates, while others are open to those who attended certain local high schools and/or career centers, […]
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Speaker will help you prepare for eclipse
Astronomer and science communicator Phil Plait will explain the April 8 total solar eclipse during a presentation Feb. 27 at Indiana University East. Plait will teach how to safely view the eclipse, explain the science and debunk misconceptions about the eclipse during the 7 p.m. presentation at Vivian Auditorium. Register for the event at go.iu.edu/4RyP. […]
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Coach, substitute teacher shows that he’s got talent
Darren Ridenour, a substitute teacher and swim coach for Centerville’s senior and junior high schools, won the second “Centerville Staff’s Got Talent” fundraising competition on Jan. 17. His performance of an original song received the most audience votes. Second place went to Tiffany Leger, who teaches high-ability EXCEL fourth graders, for her performance of “Fight […]
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A nice week for ice?
Ice carvers, fireworks, a chili competition, games and an ice cream eating contest are a few highlights of Wayne County’s 11th annual Meltdown Winter Ice Festival. The activities begin Wednesday, Jan. 24, in downtown Richmond and conclude Saturday, Jan. 27, with the Meltdown Throwdown carving competition and fireworks at 7:30 p.m. at Elstro Plaza, 47 […]
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Bestselling author speaking at MLK event
A national bestselling author and columnist will speak with area residents virtually about Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy in the context of today’s challenges. It’s free to hear Michelle Alexander, a legal scholar, social justice advocate, columnist at The New York Times and visiting professor at Union Theological Seminary, from 7-8:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 14. […]
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Enjoying the first snow
Residents came out to Glen Miller Park in Richmond on Saturday, Jan. 6 to enjoy the season’s first substantial snowfall. Whether on an inner tube, a plastic sled or just romping around on foot, the tumbling and sliding brought smiles and laughter. Only a few flurries are expected for the rest of this weekend, but […]
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Job Finder offers free search help
Job seekers and employers can now connect more easily using the new online Wayne County Job Finder. Economic Development Corp. of Wayne County worked with Jobs EQ to create a new tool that’s tailor-made for Wayne County employers and workers. Anyone can use the Wayne County Job Finder at homeinwayne.com/work. It’s free and no sign-up […]