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Single-Vehicle Wreck Involving Rollover
On August 27, Washington County emergency responders received a call at 7:31 pm in regard to a truck that had rolled over into a ditch near the area of 8926 US-150 in Hardinsburg. Upon the arrival of the Washington County Times, a red Chevrolet 2500 HD pickup truck could be seen sitting off the south side of the road with debris scattered alongside it.
Washington County Theatre Announces Auditions for "The Girl on the Train"
A little more than a week after drawing over 1,000 community members to its summer production of Annie, the Washington County Theatre will dramatically shift gears with auditions for its next show: the gritty, psychological mystery The Girl on the Train.
Sunday Evening Crash Near Quarry Resulted in Vehicle Rollover
According to police, the westbound driver reported that the setting sun was directly impairing his vision, preventing him from clearly seeing the roadway and oncoming traffic.
H & R Bakery Owners Continue Search for Next Owner of Beloved Salem Business
For the last 25 years, Dwayne and Juanita Daugherty have made tremendous improvements to the business, but they have come to the conclusion that they have grown too old to keep running the bakery for much longer. So, they have decided to sell the business.
Mural Proposed to Honor Memory of Street Evangelist "Sonny" Maxwell
For several years, those passing near the intersection of E Old State Road 60 and High Street in Salem may have noticed a man preaching in the open air at the Center Peace concrete lot. Sometimes he spoke to a crowd, other times to only one or two. That man was Leonard “Sonny” Maxwell Jr., a street evangelist well known throughout Washington County.
Leapin' Lizards! "Annie" Comes to SMS Auditorium This Weekend
Washington County Theatre (WCT) will present the popular musical “Annie” on August 22 and 23 at 7:30 p.m. and on August 24 at 2:30 p.m. at the Richard Trueblood Performing Arts Center (the Salem Midde School Auditorium). For decades, audiences of all ages have been inspired by the story of the brave, curly-headed orphan who stands up to evil and teaches others to dream about tomorrow.
Single-Vehicle Wreck Involving Rollover
On August 27, Washington County emergency responders received a call at 7:31 pm in regard to a truck that had rolled over into a ditch near the area of 8926 US-150 in Hardinsburg. Upon the arrival of the Washington County Times, a red Chevrolet 2500 HD pickup truck could be seen sitting off the south side of the road with debris scattered alongside it.
Sunday Evening Crash Near Quarry Resulted in Vehicle Rollover
According to police, the westbound driver reported that the setting sun was directly impairing his vision, preventing him from clearly seeing the roadway and oncoming traffic.
Local ISP Officer Promoted, Will Serve as Investigative Commander of Sellersburg District
An Indiana State Police detective residing in Washington County has been promoted to First Sergeant in the Sellersburg District and will serve as Investigative Commander. Indiana State Police – Sellersburg shared the following in a press release this morning...
West Washington Students Receive Suspicious ‘Lurker’ Email
West Washington School Corporation issued a warning Tuesday morning after some students received a phishing email from an individual posing as a West Washington student.
How Salem Schools are Fighting to Keep Meals Free
Salem Community Schools has announced that every student in grades K–12 will once again receive both breakfast and lunch at no cost for the coming 2025–26 school year. The district shared the news on its official Facebook page on July 24.
2025-26 Calendars for Salem, Eastern, and West Washington Schools
2025-26 academic calendars for Salem, Eastern, and West Washington Schools.
Livonia Volunteer Fire Department Selling Freightliner
The Livonia Volunteer Fire Department is currently selling a 1992 Freightliner FL 70. Contact (812) 620-8280 or visit 180 E Main St., Campbellsburg if interested.
Washington County Theatre Announces Auditions for "The Girl on the Train"
A little more than a week after drawing over 1,000 community members to its summer production of Annie, the Washington County Theatre will dramatically shift gears with auditions for its next show: the gritty, psychological mystery The Girl on the Train.
"Baked on the Bricks" Comes to Market St on August 22
Attention all baking enthusiasts and pastry enjoyers: Salem is about to get a whole lot sweeter! On Thursday, August 22 from 6 pm to 9 pm, Market Street will be lined with baked goods for the community to enjoy in Washington County’s first “Baked on the Bricks” event.
"Back in Line" with Dr. Mosier: Stand Up and Walk
Chiropractic gave my grandpa more time. My hope is that you’ll be the kind of friend who “nags” someone you care about—because that persistence just might save them, and give them more time too.
"Back in Line" with Dr. Mosier: Parenting with a Do-Over Button
“Grandkids are God’s reward for not killing your kids,” John Maxwell once said. Many of you can probably relate—and I know my parents would wholeheartedly agree.
Scents & Sensibility: Lavender for Back-to-School Calm
The back-to-school season brings excitement, fresh starts… and sometimes a fair amount of stress. Between early mornings, homework battles, and packed schedules, both kids and parents can feel the pressure. Fortunately, nature offers a gentle way to help everyone transition smoothly: lavender essential oil.
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