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Date Featured	Subject	Approximate Date of Photo
26 December 2006	There's still time to enjoy the Christmas Train Fantasyland, run by volunteers in the Richmond Railroader's Society and hosted at Charlie's Coffee Bar at 416 N. 10th St. in Richmond. They'll be open from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. each day through December 31st.	December 20, 2006
18 December 2006	Special thanks to Mary Taylor for saving and sharing this photo of the 5th & 6th Grade Class at Whitewater, Indiana, taken in 1930.	Circa 1930
11 December 2006	The streets of Uptown Richmond are decorated for the holidays and awaiting last minute shoppers.	November 27, 2006
4 December 2006	The former Crosley factory at 1767 Sheridan Street in Richmond is one of the more recognizable buildings in the community. Now home to Optical Disc Solutions, Inc., this factory once produced Crosley automobiles and refrigerators.	August 19, 2001
27 November 2006	Among the Wayne County Historical Museum's many eclectic artifacts is an outstanding historic costume collection that includes these Victorian era ladies' fashion accessories.	August 24, 2006
20 November 2006	Once a traveler's stop along the National Road, the Huddleston House is now a museum highlighting an important time in Wayne County, Indiana history.	July 7, 2006
13 November 2006	Warm Glow Candles has opened a new outlet just southeast of the I-70 exit at Centerville Road (exit 145). Travelers along I-70 will remember the huge flickering candle next to the new building. Visitors from around the state and across the country can purchase the full range of candles along with gift and decor items at the outlet. Warm Glow Candles are made in Centerville, Indiana.	November 10, 2006
6 November 2006	This photo of Whitewater, Indiana appears to have been taken sometime around 1900.	~1900
30 October 2006	The newly built Wayne County Community Health Center houses the Wayne County Clinic which is a division of the Wayne County Health Department. This is also the location where you may obtain copies of birth and death certificates.	October 30, 2006
23 October 2006	Weir Dam on the Whitewater River as seen from the pedestrian suspension bridge that crosses the river into the new Veteran's Memorial Park.	October 3, 2006
16 October 2006	The area Veteran's organization was host to the traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall, offering families and citizens a chance to remember and thank those who served for their sacrifices.	October 13, 2006
9 October 2006	Erma Rich prepares to tell attendee at the Chamber of Commerce's Taste of Wayne County about Sister Cites of Richmond, Indiana. Richmond's two sister cities are Serpukhov, Russia and Unnan-shi, Japan.	October 5, 2006
02 October 2006	The Pennsylvania Railroad Station is the focal point of the "Hoosier Bowery" district in Richmond. It was designed in the office of Daniel Burnham, a famous architect from Chicago. Mr. Burnham's firm is famous for designing The Rookery building in Chicago and The Flatiron Building in New York. It is in the process of being restored by Doc & Debbie Keys of White River Architectural Salvage & Antiques.	September 25, 2006
21 September 2006	The RHS Football team rides the homecoming parade route atop the City of Richmond Fire Department ladder trucks.	September 21, 2006
11 September 2006	Hub Etchison Youth Football League provides a quality tackle football program for area youth. They have 3 age groups: 2nd and 3rd grade, 4th and 5th grade, and 6th and 7th grade. To learn more, contact Dan Wright at (765) 914-4561	September 5, 2006
04 September 2006	This historic log cabin, now located on the grounds of the Wayne County Historical Museum, was renovated in 2006, thanks to multiple grants. It was originally located south of North A Street in the block between Fort Wayne Avenue and North Third Street. The log cabin had been built there by Solomon W. Dickinson in 1823.	August 24, 2006
28 August 2006	Construction has begun on widening U.S. 27 North, just south of Tingler Road.	August 28, 2006
14 August 2006	Congratulations to the participants from all five public high schools in Wayne County that performed at State Fair Band Day in Indianapolis on 8/9/06.	August 9, 206
7 August 2006	Warm summer days make the Cordell Municipal Pool a popular place to hang out. With a "Learn to Swim" program, water aerobics, senior water exercise, lap swims, a 2-story slide and a special children's area - there's something for everyone!	August 2, 2006
1 August 2006	Construction progress is continuing quickly on the new Reid Hospital in Richmond. with completion set for late 2007 or early 2008.	July 31, 2006
28 July 2006	This mural of Single G resides on the west wall of the Cambridge City Post Office, located at 227 West Main Street (National Road/U.S. 40) in Cambridge City, Indiana. The artist was Samuel F. Hershey and it was completed in 1941.	July 7, 2006
17 July 2006	The children's room at the Hagerstown-Jefferson Township Library is bright and welcoming, encouraging the participation of young readers.	July 7, 2006
10 July 2006	Wayne County, Indiana cornfields look lush in early July...and are usually closer to "head high" than the old farmer's saying that corn should be "knee high by the Fourth of July".	July 7, 2006
03 July 2006	The Great Race traveled down the National Road and stopped for lunch in Richmond on Tuesday, June 27, 2006 as part of Richmond's Bicentennial Celebration.	June 27, 2006
26 June 2006	The cupola at Richmond High School is one of the most recognizable landmarks on the west side of the Whitewater Gorge.	August 27, 2005
19 June 2006	No matter whether you prefer to view horses in a ring...or around a ring...you'll find plenty of equestrian events at the Wayne County 4-H Fair.	June 19, 2006
12 June 06	Among the many treasures at the Wayne County Historical Museum is this Cylinder Front Desk made by the Rowlett Desk Company in Richmond, Indiana. The desk (circa 1865-75) is made of American walnut with burl panels and possess the original finish.	June 15, 2005
5 June 2006	Construction of the new retail establishments in the former Hayes Arboretum frontage along U.S. 40 is progressing quickly.	June 5, 2006
30 May 2006	Murray Theatre was built in 1909 as a vaudeville house. Its stage saw many famous acts, including Jack Benny, George Burns, famous big bands, etc. It has been the home to the performances of Richmond Civic Theatre (founded in 1941) since 1952 and was purchased by Richmond Civic Theatre, Inc. as its permanent home in 1964.	April 11, 2006
15 May 06	The remains of the last building that was once part of a great manufacturing facility for the Starr-Gennett Company has been renovated by the Richmond Parks and Recreation Department. Plans are in the works to use it to showcase the Parks and Recreation's Summer Movie Series.	May 9, 2006
8 May 06	Girls who have been in 4-H at least one year may apply to participate in the 2006 4-H Fair Queen Contest by contacting the Wayne County Extension office at 765-973-9281 for an application. Applications must be submitted by May 19th to the Wayne County Extension Office.	July 2005
01 May 06	Citizens doing business with Wayne County government may want to grab a quick lunch from the new street vendor who is often set up for business between the Courthouse and the Annex.	April 24, 2006
24 April 06	The bass and bluegill are waking up from winter. Get your Indiana fishing license and teach a kid to fish!	April 23, 2006
18 April 06	The Nolands Fork-Fountain Creek, looking north from Pleasant Plain Road.	April 5, 2006
11 April 06	Located 2 miles south of Milton on Sarver Road is Beechwood, the Isaac Kinsey House. Mr. Kinsey was a stockholder in the Hoosier Drill Company.	April 4, 2006
03 April 2006	This house at 319 West Main in Centerville, Indiana was home to Indiana's Civil War governor, Oliver P. Morton. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.	March 14, 2006
27 March 06	This home at 601 West Main Street in Richmond, Indiana was originally designed for the David Worth Dennis family by famous Richmond architect, John A. Hasecoster. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.	March 14, 2006
20 March 06	This "archway house," located in historic Centerville, Indiana, was originally the home and shop of wagonmaker, Daniel Lantz. The building next door, built in 1826, was originally a saddlery and a blacksmith shop.	March 14, 2006
13 March 06	The courthouse is a familiar landmark, but be sure to observe the detail embedded in this historic structure listed on the National Register of Historic Places.	February 28, 2006
06 March 06	Now that the historic Pennsylvania Depot has been sold, should the community turn it's efforts to preserving the 1855 Richmond Gas Company Building, located just north of 1st Street, the entrance to the Starr-Gennett area of the Whitewater Gorge? Talk about it!	February 28, 2006
27 February 06	Two generations of children in Wayne County, IN have been thrilled to "ride" a real double-decker bus as they eat their pizza at Clara's on Northwest 5th Street in Richmond, IN.	February 15, 2006
20 February 06	Monthly meetings of the Economic Development Corporation of Wayne County are open to the public. The group meets at various locations throughout the county to offer fair access to all citizens. This meeting on February 6, 2006 was held in the Richmond Room of the Landrum Bolling Center at Earlham College.	February 6, 2006
13 February 06	Swimming lessons are open to the general public at the Earlham College Wellness Center's Weber Pool.	February 8, 2006
06 February 06	During the 20 years Levi Coffin lived in Newport (now Fountain City), Indiana, he helped more than 2,000 slaves escaped to freedom via the Underground Railroad. This home became known as the "Grand Central Station" of the Underground Railroad.	April 5, 2005
23 January 06	Webster is home to an old-fashioned general store, serving this small community that is soon to be the next stop on the Cardinal Greenway trail.	October 19, 2005
16 January 06	This local restaurant at 1500 North E Street in Richmond, Indiana is decorated with Trompe-l'�il in the window areas, designed to trick the eye with realistic images.	January 16, 2006
06 January 09	This renovated 1894 home in the Old Richmond Historic District is one of Richmond's premier dining establishments. It is owned by Galo Molina.	January 7, 2006
06 January 03	The bookstore in Whitewater Hall at IU East is quiet now, but will be a buzz of activity when second semester classes begin soon.	January 3, 2006
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