Category Archives for "Health and Fitness"

Wayne County has been visited by some harsh winter already, with a few more weeks to go before we can enjoy Spring again.  This time of year can be challenging to many people, with some struggling more than others.  We want to help you get over that hump….so the following are tips on beating the […]

by Kaitlyn Blansett, Cope Environmental Center Centerville, IN (7/27/17) – How often do you hear kids get excited about volunteering? At Cope Environmental Center, we get to hear it all the time! This summer our “Junior Rangers” volunteered nearly 1000 hours of their time educating other kids about the Earth! Junior Rangers are preteens and […]

Will your family be hanging out in Wayne County IN for Spring Break this year?  The last week in March through the first week in April will be the busiest time for families looking for something fun to do with their kids.  And whether you are looking for a one day or week long experience- you will […]

Press release, GWC Competitive horseshoe pitchers from all over Indiana and Ohio will converge on the Richmond Clear Creek courts, Saturday, August 8, beginning at 10:00 a.m. Class A competition starts at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, and will include players from Plainfield, Kennard, Williamsburg, New Castle, Fountain City, Muncie, Hope, and Arcanum Ohio. Pitchers include […]

To Market…To Market… To Buy a… If you are looking for a place to by produce and baked goods among many other homemade local products, you’ll want to visit the Winter Farmer’s Market located this year a the Townsend Center.   The Winter market is today and every other Saturday through April, 2013.  Read below for […]

The Red Dress Ball, with the theme “stayin alive” will be held on February 23, 2013 at the Kuhlman Center.  The Ball supports the purchase of AEDs – which are given to community organizations. If an AED is not available, the American Heart Assocation reminds us that hands only CPR can be administered to someone […]

Registrations are pouring into the office of Reid Hospital Foundation as they prepare for their fourth annual ReidRide.  The event invites cyclists from the region to bring families, friends and co-workers for a 22-mile ride around Wayne County. “ReidRide is a great way to fulfill our mission, get people moving and support healthy lifestyles,” said Foundation Director Jason […]

Submitted by Alisha Estabrook Dogs of all sizes will fill the park at the Middlefork Reservoir on Saturday, June 23 for Richmond’s first Bark for Life.  Check-in begins at 10 a.m. at the reservoir’s Bark Park.  Registration for the first dog is $10 and $5 for each dog thereafter.  Participants will then partake on foot […]

Many were moved throughout the day yesterday- moved to laughter and tears.  As volunteers from many businesses and organizations walked the track in the hot sun, children played games and got their faces painted.  People gathered and shared memories of loved ones, and experiences of surviving the disease we all decided we hate- cancer. The […]

So this week it was revealed what this mysterious “North Side Mystery Structure” really is and who’s behind it. Medfit has built something next to their facility that is rather unusual.  The conspiracy theories were flying during a pre-launch campaign designed to get people talking about what this “thing” could be.  (Check out the funny […]

A Free Dentistry Event in Richmond, IN provided by Ringenberg Smiles for Life, Richmond Family Dentistry and Whitewater Valley Dental. August 5th, 2011 On August 5th, 2011, everyone of all ages is welcome to join Dr. Thomas Ringenberg, Dr. James Harris, Dr. Greg Ingram and their teams at 1429 Chester Blvd in Richmond, Indiana for […]

City Fit Event is Here Posted by Dani B Are you ready to get healthy? Join us at the City Fit Event this Saturday, June 11 at Glen Miller Park. This event is meant to showcase the various options that Richmond locals have to start and/or maintain a healthy lifestyle. There will be cooking education provided […]

Wayne County 4-H Fair Blood Drive Tuesday, June 21, 2011 05:00PM-09:00PM Kuhlman Center Click here to sign up! It’s not just another name/password to remember! You get to redeem your donation points in our online store and we ship your item for free. Click here for a tutorial! Eligibility Most people are eligible to donate. […]

On Saturday, June 11, 2011, riders from all over Wayne County and surrounding areas will meet to raise money for a worthy cause- a cure for Cystic Fibrosis.  Spokespeople will be on site to explain what the illness is and how it affects lives, including Matt who is a CS patient himself. Proceeds from the […]

From the director: The Cope Environmental Center, in Centerville IN,  is entered into a contest to receive a remarkable video production package from a great company from Indianapolis. Winning a package like this would be a fantastic opportunity for the Center! Please take two minutes to vote for CEC and forward it to others who […]