RICHMOND, Ind. — Lieutenant Governor Becky Skillman will join state and local officials Thursday to commemorate the completion of the Major Moves reconstruction of U.S. 40. The $9.1 million project rebuilt 1.3 miles of U.S. 40 through Richmond’s near west side and includes a new bridge, traffic signals, concrete center islands and a pedestrian-activated sound and light beacon for safe crossing. The highway improvements not only provide a better driving experience, but also enhance overall safety.
WHO: Lt. Gov. Becky Skillman will join State Sen. Allen Paul; State Reps. Phil Pflum and Tom Saunders; Richmond Mayor Sally Hutton; INDOT Chief of Staff Robert Zier and District Deputy Commissioner Brandye Hendrickson; Earlham College V.P. of Community Relations Avis Stewart; Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce and E.D.C. President & C.E.O. Tim Rogers; Milestone Contractors Area V.P. John Waechter
WHAT: Ribbon cutting to celebrate the completion of the Major Moves reconstruction of U.S. 40
WHEN: 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 28, 2011
WHERE: Earlham College front lawn, near the main entrance on U.S. 40 801 National Road West, Richmond, Indiana
Richmond, Indiana – Wayne County Foundation has awarded Starr-Gennett Foundation a grant in the amount of $5000 in support of the 2011 Gennett Records Walk of Fame Music Festival to take place on September 10. “The Foundation greatly appreciates the support shown by Wayne County Foundation,” stated Starr-Gennett President Karen Chasteen. “True to its mission, Wayne County Foundation has empowered Starr-Gennett to thrive, grow, and enhance the spirit of community.”
