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Farmers' Market On The Bricks to hit Market Street Friday
This Friday evening from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Market Street will be set up with a multitude of vendors for the Farmers’ Market On The Bricks event! Featuring 15 different market vendors, there will be fresh meat, produce, and much more for everyone to enjoy.


Pekin man arrested on attempted murder charges
The Indiana State Police Sellersburg Post is investigating an alleged battery and shooting that occurred late Sunday night and ended early Monday morning following a multi-county pursuit.


Lane closures planned for SR-135 in northern Washington County
The Indiana Department of Transportation has announced alternating lane closures for State Road 135 in Washington and Jackson Counties. Beginning on or around Monday, August 3, crews will begin alternating lane closures on State Road 135 near the county line between Salem and Brownstown. The lane closures will occur over the Muscatatuck River.


Resource Day to bring dozens of organizations together to connect residents with support services
Photo from a previous Resource Day event, shared by the Warming Station's Facebook page. Residents will have the opportunity to connect with dozens of local service providers, agencies, and organizations during Washington County Resource Day on Saturday, Aug. 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Salem High School Randy Johnson Fieldhouse, located at 700 N. Harrison St. in Salem. Hosted by The Warming Station, the event is designed to bring resources from across Washington County


Livonia VFD traveling to Ohio to honor fallen 18 year-old firefighter with local family ties
Members of Livonia Volunteer Fire & Rescue will travel to Ohio this week to honor the life and service of 18-year-old Firefighter Wyatt Fisher, who died following a motorcycle crash near Cincinnati. The department will send firefighters and apparatus to participate in funeral services, joining fire departments from across the region in paying tribute to one of their own. Wyatt served with both the Stonelick Township and Wayne Township fire departments. Although only 18 years


“It’s a Big, Bright, Beautiful World” this summer as community theater presents “Shrek the Musical”
Washington County Theatre’s latest offering is Shrek the Musical, presented on July 24, 25, and 26 (details below) at the Salem Middle School Auditorium. It’s the story of how an unlovable ogre finds love when he least expects it.


Pekin man arrested on attempted murder charges
The Indiana State Police Sellersburg Post is investigating an alleged battery and shooting that occurred late Sunday night and ended early Monday morning following a multi-county pursuit.


Lane closures planned for SR-135 in northern Washington County
The Indiana Department of Transportation has announced alternating lane closures for State Road 135 in Washington and Jackson Counties. Beginning on or around Monday, August 3, crews will begin alternating lane closures on State Road 135 near the county line between Salem and Brownstown. The lane closures will occur over the Muscatatuck River.


Commissioners discuss interlocal agreements and health insurance
Before discussing health insurance and interlocal agreements, this week’s Commissioners Meeting began with a quick swap of agenda items, approval of the agenda, claims and payroll, and a public comment made by Max Greene.


West Washington Schools 2026–27 calendar
West Washington School Corporation's fall break is scheduled to take place October 5–9, winter break December 21–31, and spring break March 22–26.


East Washington Schools 2026–27 calendar
East Washington School Corporation's fall break is scheduled to take place October 5–9, winter break December 21–31, and spring break March 22–26.


Salem Community Schools 2026–27 calendar
Salem Community Schools has released their 2026–27 school year calendar. Fall break is scheduled to take place October 5–9, winter break December 21–31, and spring break March 22–26.


Farmers' Market On The Bricks to hit Market Street Friday
This Friday evening from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Market Street will be set up with a multitude of vendors for the Farmers’ Market On The Bricks event! Featuring 15 different market vendors, there will be fresh meat, produce, and much more for everyone to enjoy.


"Food Trucks On The Bricks" returns July 17, 6-8 pm
This Friday night features the return of “Food Trucks On The Bricks.” From 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on July 17, Market Street will be lined with food trucks of all different kinds for people to enjoy.


Community Foundation offering $100k in fall grant cycle
A Community Posting by the Washington County Community Foundation WCCF has opened their Fall Grant Cycle. Funds for the $100,000 grant cycle are made possible through our generous donors and the Foundation’s Touch Tomorrow Funds. Grant applications for the fall grant cycle are available by calling the WCCF office or visiting our website at https://wccf.biz/index.php/grants/grant-application-and-instructions/731-semi-annual-cycle to download an application. The application dea


"Scents and Sensibility": Back-to-School Wellness
Essential Oils and Natural Products Every Family Should Have As the school year begins, families focus on buying backpacks, notebooks, and new clothes. But one thing that's often overlooked is preparing for the changes that come with a new routine. Earlier mornings, homework, sports practices, and exposure to more germs can make the transition challenging for both children and parents. Fortunately, a few simple natural products can help support focus, restful sleep, immune he


"Back in Line" with Dr. Mosier: My Wife is Nutty
Squirrels, Princesses, and Bigger Arms I’ve been thinking a lot lately about rest and recovery. And I’m realizing there’s a difference between doing nothing and actually recovering. Sometimes we think rest means sitting on the couch, scrolling through our phones, and watching three hours disappear. Sure, you weren’t working—but did you actually feel better afterward? Maybe a better way to gauge recovery is simple: Do I feel better after doing this? For some people, re


"Back in Line" with Dr. Mosier: Building Cathedrals
Tossing Dog Poop into the Neighbor’s Yard The other evening, my younger boys, Ethan and Evan, wanted to go with me while I took our Great Dane, Ryder, for a walk. Now, if I'm being honest, it's much easier to walk him by myself. But if I tell them they can't come... well, let's just say toddlers have a special way of expressing their disappointment. I'm fairly certain the official definition of a toddler is "a tiny negotiator with unlimited energy." So the three of us headed
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