Community Spotlight

Stocked for Success Supports Local Teachers

Posted Friday Morning by Ella Chew

WAYNE COUNTY, Ind. – The Stocked for Success campaign helped local teachers with needed classroom supplies ahead of the new school year, thanks to strong community support and volunteer efforts....

Alumni Family Reunion Returns to IU East

Posted About Three Weeks Ago by Ella Chew

RICHMOND, Ind. – Indiana University East is hosting its second annual Alumni Family Reunion on July 30 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Whitewater Hall. Those planning to attend are encouraged to RS...

Local Rescue Gives Horses Second Chances

Posted About Three Weeks Ago by Ella Chew

MOORELAND, Ind. – A local horse rescue is giving animals a second chance after saving dozens of horses from kill pens across several states. Sweet Liberty Ranch and Rescue, founded in 2021 by...

Independent Living Center Hosts Empowerment Celebration

Posted About One Month Ago by Ella Chew

Image source: The Independent Living Center of Eastern Indiana Facebook page WAYNE COUNTY, Ind. – The Independent Living Center of Eastern Indiana will host its first Community Empowerment ...

Matt Taylor's Journey to Colts Radio

Posted About One Month Ago by Ella Chew

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Long before he became the Voice of the Indianapolis Colts, Matt Taylor spent Friday and Saturday nights answering telephones for a high school sports radio show. The job ...

Girls Inc. disaster highlights importance of emergency plan

Posted About One Month Ago by Larry Price

WAYNE COUNTY, Ind. - The best time to make a crisis plan is long before “you are standing in the rain looking through your missing roof.” Those were the words of Tai Muldoon, executive ...

Fueling Freedom Fundraiser Returns June 26

Posted About One Month Ago by Ella Chew

REGIONAL – CountryMark’s annual Fueling Freedom fundraiser returns for its 18th year on Friday, June 26. From noon to 5 p.m., at least seven stations in the region will participate in t...

Reid Health Foundation Hosts Annual Adventure Course

Posted About Two Months Ago by Ella Chew

WAYNE COUNTY, Ind. – The Reid Health Foundation will host its second annual Adventure Course at 8 a.m. June 20 to support local athletic training programs. The event takes place at the Indian...

Richmond Names New Football Coach

Posted About Two Months Ago by Ella Chew

RICHMOND, Ind. – The Richmond Red Devils announced Ronnie Maurice Hibbler as the new head football coach for the upcoming athletic season. Hibbler has more than 15 years of coaching experienc...

Youth workshop series set for June

Posted About Two Months Ago by Ella Chew

RICHMOND, Ind. – Three community organizations are partnering this summer to launch a youth workshop series focused on mental, physical and spiritual wellness. The Dwyer Community Center...

Reid Health Honors Nurses During National Nurses Week

Posted About Three Months Ago by Ella Chew

INDIANA – Reid Health is recognizing 10 team members with 2026 Nursing Excellence Awards and one additional employee with the Lance Pence Character in Nursing Award. According to Reid Health,...

Wayne County 4-H Fair celebrates 175 years

Posted About Three Months Ago by Ella Chew

Play Audio WAYNE COUNTY, Ind. – The Wayne County 4-H Fair is celebrating 175 years in the community with its annual fair planned for June 20—27...

Girls Inc. Honors 2026 Award Recipients

Posted About Three Months Ago by Ella Chew

RICHMOND, Ind. – Girls Inc. of Wayne County has announced its 2026 Girls Inc. Athena Awards & Annual Dinner honorees, recognizing leaders, young professionals and community partners for thei...

Connersville PD joins Cop on a Rooftop

Posted About Three Months Ago by Ella Chew

CONNERSVILLE, Ind. – The Connersville Police Department will participate in the annual Cop on a Rooftop fundraiser on Friday, May 15, at the Dunkin’ location, 300 W. 30th Street. From 5...

United Way awards $50K in local grants

Posted About Three Months Ago by Ella Chew

WAYNE COUNTY, Ind. – The United Way of Whitewater Valley has awarded $50,000 in community grants to 19 nonprofit organizations serving Wayne and Union counties for the 2026-2027 grant year. T...

Girls Inc. Celebrates Women Amid Recovery

Posted About Four Months Ago by Ella Chew

RICHMOND, Ind. – Girls Inc. of Wayne County is celebrating women in the community while recovering from storm damage that temporarily closed its building. Melissa Soper, director of the organ...

Richmond Flying Mummies to Debut at McBride Stadium

Posted About Four Months Ago by Ella Chew

WAYNE COUNTY, Ind. – Richmond is preparing for its new summer baseball team. The Richmond Flying Mummies, a Northwoods League team, will make their debut at McBride Stadium on Monday, May 25...

New Thrift Store Aims to Empower Families

Posted About Four Months Ago by Ella Chew

WAYNE COUNTY, Ind. – St. Vincent de Paul is opening a new thrift store in Wayne County, with a mission to provide affordable goods while helping support efforts that guide families toward indepe...