Richmond Flying Mummies Soar into Northwoods League Baseball with Logo, and Branding Reveal
The Mummies will begin play in May of 2026 at Historic Don McBride Stadium

Richmond, Ind. – October 6, 2025 – The Richmond Flying Mummies, the newest addition to the Northwoods League's summer collegiate baseball circuit, today unveiled their official name, logo, and branding ahead of their inaugural 2026 season at Historic McBride Stadium. Blending ancient mystique with high-flying excitement, the Flying Mummies are set to wrap up fans in a whirlwind of fun, family-friendly entertainment.

In a nod to Richmond's rich history of innovation and community spirit—coupled with the uniqeness of two mummies on display in Richmond, Indiana and the time spent in Richmond by the Wright Brothers—the team name "Flying Mummies" evokes images of timeless legends taking flight on the diamond. "We're not just building a team; we're resurrecting the thrill of summer nights under the lights," said team President/Managing Partner Matt Bomberg. "The Flying Mummies represent resilience, surprise, and that unbeatable rush of a comeback win. Richmond is ready to unwrap something truly special."

​The vibrant logo features a dynamic mummy character—flanked by the wings of a Wright Brothers inspired plane. Rendered in bold lines with a touch of whimsical glow, the design captures the essence of ancient lore meeting modern athleticism. Custom typography includes a sleek, script for "Flying Mummies" and a fun wrapped font of the word Mummies ensuring the marks pop on jerseys, caps, and scoreboards alike.

Richmond, Ind. – Ivy Tech Community College Richmond is pleased to announce the creation of the Corsi Family Scholarship, designed to support students who face financial challenges as they pursue career-focused education.

The scholarship honors the Corsi family, Italian immigrants who made Richmond their home in the early 1900s and contributed to the community’s stability and prosperity. Today, the family is extending that impact by investing in educational opportunities that will help strengthen Wayne County’s workforce.

“We are deeply grateful for the generosity of the Corsi family,” said Brandi Jackson, Vice Chancellor of Workforce and Development at Ivy Tech Richmond. “This gift not only honors their family’s legacy in Richmond but also ensures that future generations have the chance to build better lives through education. This is the kind of investment that transforms both students and our community.”

A representative of the Corsi family shared, “Our family has always believed in the value of hard work and opportunity. By creating this scholarship, we hope to give today’s students the same chance to build stability and success that earlier generations of our family found here in Richmond.”

The scholarship will be awarded annually to Ivy Tech Richmond students who demonstrate financial need and are pursuing programs that lead to high-demand, high-wage careers.

For more information about the Ivy Tech Foundation or to support scholarships, visit https://giving.ivytech.edu/.

Fountain City, Indiana – The community is preparing for the 58th Annual Levi Coffin Days Festival, a beloved hometown tradition set for September 20–21, 2025. This year’s festival promises an exciting mix of history, entertainment, and small-town charm with activities for all ages.

Festival Schedule
The festival will run 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. on Saturday and 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. on Sunday. The annual parade will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 20, traveling down US 27 with the theme “Where History Meets Heart.”

Parade – Saturday, September 20
With 25+ entries already registered, this year’s parade will include a special attraction sponsored by First Bank Richmond: a surprise circus troupe to fascinate children of all ages. The troupe will appear in the parade and continue roaming the festival grounds afterward, bringing family-friendly fun to the streets. Longtime radio voice Rick Duncan of G101.3 will serve as parade announcer and one of the judges.
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Honoring the Parade Marshal
This year’s Parade Marshal is John B. Martin II, a lifelong Fountain City resident who is 85 years young. A proud 1958 graduate of Fountain City High School and a U.S. Air Force veteran, Martin has spent his life farming and serving as a dedicated community member. His leadership, service, and example reflect the very heart of Fountain City.

Centerville, IN — Cope Environmental Center (CEC) invites the public to celebrate nature in style at The Great Outdoors Celebration on Friday, September 6 at 5:00 p.m. This signature fundraising event will be held outdoors on CEC’s beautiful grounds.

Guests can unwind with drinks and trail-inspired appetizers during the evening’s “Sip & Stroll,” followed by a short welcome program honoring this year’s community award recipients and launching the Needs-Based Auction. Dinner will be served at 7:00 p.m. with scenic views and casual outdoor charm. Wagon rides, lawn games, and a relaxed setting make this a one-of-a-kind experience.

Tickets are $100 per person, with $75 tax-deductible. RSVP by August 20. Attire is casual outdoor wear.

Award winners will be announced at the event, including recipients of the Jim and Helen Cope Sustainability Leadership Award, Francis Parks Award, Business Sustainability Award, and Volunteer of the Year.

All proceeds support Cope’s environmental education programs and sustainability efforts. This event is made possible through the generous support of Advanced Duct Cleaning and Earlham College.

​For more details, to RSVP, or to make a donation, visit https://visitcope.org/events/the-great-outdoors-celebration

Ivy Tech Community College Richmond has officially renamed one of its most important student support spaces as the Paul & Pat Lingle Health Career Center, a move that honors the long-term community philanthropists for their dedication to local education and workforce development. The newly named center reflects Ivy Tech’s deepening commitment to preparing students for careers in healthcare while staying rooted in the local economy.

The Paul & Pat Lingle Health Career Center will act as a bridge between the classroom and meaningful employment or transfer opportunities. Designed to connect current Ivy Tech students with regional healthcare employers and four-year post-secondary partners, the center provides a range of resources, including career exploration tools, job placement support, resume and interview coaching, and information about advanced education pathways.

The renaming comes amid a transformative renovation of Ivy Tech Richmond’s healthcare wing. The investment includes the recent opening of the Debra Edelman Healthcare Education Center, a state-of-the-art simulation facility that gives students immersive, real-world clinical experience. In addition, newly developed lab spaces for the Pharmacy Technician and Paramedic Science programs expand the college’s ability to train students in high-demand fields.

Paul and Pat Lingle, longtime supporters of Ivy Tech and champions of education in Richmond, made a significant gift to support the development and naming of the center. Their generosity continues a legacy of giving that has touched nearly every corner of the campus and community.

“The Lingles’ generous investment helps ensure that our students aren’t just getting a high-quality education - they’re being connected to the career opportunities that will keep them in our region and keep our communities healthy,” said Brandi Jackson, Vice Chancellor of Workforce and Development at Ivy Tech Richmond. “This center is about more than education - it’s about longterm career success.”

The Lingles have long understood the vital connection between education and a strong, sustainable local workforce. Their generous support has enabled Ivy Tech to strengthen student services, build deeper partnerships with local employers, and expand opportunities for individuals to pursue highdemand careers in healthcare and beyond across East Central Indiana.

“I want to thank Paul and Pat Lingle for their incredible support of Ivy Tech and the future of healthcare in our region,” said Chad Bolser, Chancellor of Ivy Tech Richmond. “Thanks to their generosity, Ivy Tech continues to serve as the workforce engine not just for our five-county service area, but across the state of Indiana.”

​With healthcare demand on the rise, the timing of these investments could not be more crucial. Ivy Tech Community College produces more associate-level nurses than any other college in the country, and these upgraded facilities and support centers will only strengthen that impact. 

Ivy Tech Community College Richmond is proud to announce it has received a $50,000 grant from the Wayne County Foundation as part of its 2025 Grant Cycle I awards. The funding will support the purchase of a Lincoln Electric VRTEX 360 Virtual Reality Welding Simulator, enhancing the College’s ability to serve students in its growing welding program.

The state-of-the-art simulator offers students immersive, hands-on learning experience in a safe and costeffective environment. By replicating real-world welding scenarios with lifelike visuals, sound, and tactile feedback, the VRTEX 360 allows learners to build foundational skills before transitioning to live equipment. This investment will help Ivy Tech serve students at all experience levels more effectively and expand its footprint with local high school partners.

“This generous grant from the Wayne County Foundation strengthens Ivy Tech Richmond’s commitment to workforce development and innovation,” said Brandi Jackson, Vice Chancellor of Workforce and Development for the Richmond campus. “The new virtual reality welding equipment will allow us to train more students, prepare them more effectively for in-demand careers, and broaden our partnerships with local high schools and employers.”

“We are excited that a grant from the Wayne County Foundation will provide opportunities for students to learn in-demand skills, preparing them for high paid jobs in the local community,” shared Rebecca Gilliam, Executive Director of the Wayne County Foundation.

​Grants administered through the Foundation’s competitive Grant Cycles are designed to support local projects that enhance community spirit and improve quality of life throughout Wayne County. The purchase of the VRTEX 360 aligns with these goals by advancing education and workforce readiness in the region’s critical industries. 

The newly remodeled restaurant makes it easy for Guests to “Have It Their Way” with its state-of-the-art design, digital ordering kiosks, optimized drive-thru and more.
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RICHMOND, INDIANA (June 13, 2025) - Burger King® recently opened the doors to a freshly remodeled restaurant in RICHMOND, INDIANA, featuring the brand’s new “Sizzle” design, which was first announced in Oct. 2023. The new restaurant is designed to enhance all aspects of the Guest experience, including digital improvements, updated drive-thru and pick-up experiences, and signature design elements to better serve the community.
 
Here’s what our BK Guests in Richmond can expect to experience:
●Digital Ordering Kiosks that allow Guests to more conveniently place an order for dine-in or carry out.
●Enhanced Drive-Thru featuring a new canopied design with an automated drive-thru voice system and double lanes.
●A Designated Pick-Up Area to make delivery and pick-up orders placed through digital channels more seamless.
●Signature Interior Design Elements, including the new “King Booth,” a distinguished space perfect for families and large groups, a “Crown Wall” for a must-have photo moment inspired by the iconic Burger King crown, and a unique Whopper art installation.
●Modern Eye-Catching Exterior with a large Burger King bun logo and “Home of the Whopper” wall.
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​Richmond, Ind. - Richmond Baseball LLC, the management group of Richmond’s new Northwoods League baseball team, is launching their website (www.richmondnwlbaseball.com) and a NameYourTeam campaign on Tuesday, June 3. From June 3 – June 26, the Northwoods League’s newest team is asking fans in Richmond and the surrounding communities to send in their favorite names for the new team.
 
Fans can submit their team name suggestions on Richmond Baseball’s new website www.richmondnwlbaseball.com and can also double their chances of winning prizes by liking Richmond Baseball on Facebook or following them on X and posting/tweeting their team name submission on the page. All official entries must be submitted on the website.

June 3rd, 2025 - Richmond, Indiana – Wayne Bank is proud to announce a multi-million dollar remodel of its flagship office located in downtown Richmond, a major investment that reinforces the Bank’s long-standing commitment to the local community. Founded in 1882 in Cambridge City, Indiana, Wayne Bank has served generations of families and businesses across the region with integrity, innovation, and a personal touch.

The remodeling project will align the Richmond office—Wayne Bank’s largest location—with the contemporary design and technology standards of its other branches. The upgraded space will feature an innovative layout, and a more personalized experience for customers.

Whitewater Construction, a locally trusted builder, has been selected as the project’s general contractor. Several local subcontractors will also be engaged, underscoring Wayne Bank’s ongoing dedication to supporting area businesses and creating positive economic impact within Wayne County.