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About Wayne County

Welcome to Wayne County, Indiana!

Located in the heart of the Midwest in east-central Indiana, along the Ohio border, Wayne County is home to66,456citizens. Its rich farmland and unique geography encouraged early settlers to make their home here as early as 1806. Today, agriculture remains an important factor in the local economy, and area businesses continue to benefit from Wayne County's central location to a large percentage of the population of the United States.

We proudly share our amazing history via multiple museums and outstanding historic architecture but our active citizens remain focused on creating future-focused programs that will continue to benefit our communities for years to come.

Take your time, explore our site, and get to know Wayne County, Indiana!

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WayNet is Sponsored by:
Reid Health
We R Richmond - Richmond Community Schools
Morrisson-Reeves Library
City of Richmond, Indiana
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Did You Know?

John M. Westcott started the Hoosier Drill Company in Milton, Indiana in 1858. The company grew and expanded into Richmond and eventually became part of the American Seeding Machine Company, which, in turn, became part of the International Harvester Company.