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Building Resiliency Through Neighborhoods

Building Resiliency Through Neighborhoods

This month, Forward Wayne County is focused on Neighborhood Development. We asked Paul Lower, Director of Grants and Data at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Wayne County, to write about his experience with our NICE! Program and how he uses what he learned about...

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Wayne County, Across Time

Wayne County, Across Time

Forward Wayne County is focusing on Our People this month. We teamed up with some of our local historians to write about a few of Wayne County's historical figures! Read below to learn about some interesting people from Wayne County's past. George Booe Written by Joe...

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The People of Wayne County

The People of Wayne County

When you think of the resources that Wayne County has, what comes to mind? The natural spaces? Our abundance of higher educational facilities? Whatever you love about Wayne County, it would be impossible to achieve without Our People. This month, Forward Wayne County...

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Early Childhood Grant Opportunities

Early Childhood Grant Opportunities

High quality child care is essential for the future of Wayne County. When our children are properly prepared for school, they are more likely to succeed! Many organizations across Indiana and beyond offer grants to help our child care providers continue doing what...

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The Need of Early Childhood Education

The Need of Early Childhood Education

Forward Wayne County is focused on Early Childhood Success this month. We asked Dani Arthur, founder and executive director of Oak Park Early Learning Academy, to write about the importance of early childhood education in Wayne County! I absolutely love that Forward...

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Cardboard Recycling in Richmond

Cardboard Recycling in Richmond

The Richmond Sanitary District began a curbside cardboard recycling program in December of 2021. In 2022, more than 200 tons of cardboard were recycled in Richmond. Since Forward Wayne County is focused on our Environment this month, we asked Pat Smoker, Director of...

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Five Tips for a Greener Home

Five Tips for a Greener Home

For the month of April, Forward Wayne County is focused on our Environment. Read some of the tips below on how to make your home a greener and more environmentally efficient space! Open the windows As we find ourselves in between spring and summer, resist turning on...

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High-Growth Jobs in Indiana

High-Growth Jobs in Indiana

Our focus this month is on Employability. NextLevel Jobs, an initiative from the State of Indiana, highlights job sectors with the highest rates of growth across the state and provides training for Indiana residents. Big Indicators of Success Building a more skilled...

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2023 Chamber Career Fair

2023 Chamber Career Fair

This month, we asked Melissa Vance, President and CEO of the Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce, to share her thoughts on Employability. Learn about this year's Chamber Career Fair and more below: If you experience the winter blues in February, we have an excellent...

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Wellness Resources in Wayne County

Wellness Resources in Wayne County

The health and wellness of Wayne County's residents is one of Forward Wayne County's main focus areas. There are a wealth of wellness resources across the county dedicated to making Wayne County as healthy as it can be! Wayne County Health Department The Wayne County...

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Staying Active in the Workplace

Staying Active in the Workplace

This month at Forward Wayne County, we're focused on Health & Wellness. Staying active can be a challenge for some people. In today's post, we'll talk about some ways that you can exercise during the 9-5! Turn it Into a Walk Are you on Zoom calls often? Do you...

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Work-Life Balance

Work-Life Balance

Forward Wayne County is focused on Health & Wellness this month. We asked Megan Ripberger, co-founder of Mezzo Solutions, to write about self-care and work-life balance. Megan Ripberger, Mezzo Solutions Introduction If you are like me, you may dive into an...

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4 Principles for Sustainable Goal Setting

4 Principles for Sustainable Goal Setting

It's a new year, and this month Forward Wayne County is focusing on goals. We asked Carl Rhinehart, the Co-Founder and Director of Future Achievers, to talk about his work in Wayne County and how to set sustainable goals in 2023! We are now into the new year....

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Richmond Meltdown – Wayne County’s Winter Ice Festival

Richmond Meltdown – Wayne County’s Winter Ice Festival

The Richmond Meltdown Festival, presented by 3 Rivers, is entering its tenth year in 2023, and continues to draw in crowds from all over the State. But what exactly can you expect to find at the Meltdown Festival? Read on to learn more. History of the Meltdown Since...

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The Gift of Time

The Gift of Time

It's the end of the year! What better gift to give this December than volunteering your time, talent, and treasures with a local nonprofit? Forward Wayne County is focused on Volunteering this month. Today's blog post focuses on some of the benefits of volunteering...

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