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Sample ballots for May 5 primary now available for Washington County voters
As voters prepare for the May 5 Primary Election, the Washington County Clerk’s Office has provided The Washington County Times with official sample ballots for each township.
Local realtors donate $2,000 of commission to veteran organizations
The Ashbys present the DAR, Salem VFW Auxiliary, and the Women's Auxiliary of the American Legion with their checks. A Washington County home sale resulted in donations to several local veteran-related organizations after the seller expressed interest in supporting fellow veterans. Richard Webb, a U.S. Army veteran, recently sold his home through A White House Realty, operated by Mike and Tifini Ashby. According to Mike Ashby, Webb initially asked whether the home could be so
"Back in Line" with Dr. Mosier: “Dad… Listen to Me.”
A simple moment that reveals a powerful truth about presence, health, and the stories we’re meant to live and share. We had quite some fun on our staycation this past week while the boys were off school for spring break; from playgrounds, to the Ark Encounter, to the zoo, to the Newport Aquarium, we had a blast. The lesson of the week was that these Mosier boys require a lot of energy and lots of attention. At one point Ethan, with his angry eyes, grabbed my face directly tow
Local realtors donate $2,000 of commission to veteran organizations
The Ashbys present the DAR, Salem VFW Auxiliary, and the Women's Auxiliary of the American Legion with their checks. A Washington County home sale resulted in donations to several local veteran-related organizations after the seller expressed interest in supporting fellow veterans. Richard Webb, a U.S. Army veteran, recently sold his home through A White House Realty, operated by Mike and Tifini Ashby. According to Mike Ashby, Webb initially asked whether the home could be so
YMCA's 25th anniversary "YCon" series, part three
The Washington County Family YMCA is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. To mark the occasion, the Y is recognizing some of the people who helped build and sustain the organization over the past quarter century. Lovingly dubbed "YCons", the group includes founding leaders, longtime volunteers, staff members, and early supporters who played a role in establishing and growing the YMCA in Washington County. Some helped launch the effort in the early days, while others ha
Cameron "Cannonball" Sons discusses Special Olympics & Athlete Leadership University
Cameron "Cannonball" Sons sat down with us to discuss Special Olympics and how it has shaped his life. He is currently in Athlete Leadership University, where he was tasked with completing interviews with various publications.
Sample ballots for May 5 primary now available for Washington County voters
As voters prepare for the May 5 Primary Election, the Washington County Clerk’s Office has provided The Washington County Times with official sample ballots for each township.
Election 2026: Polk Township Trustee Candidate Cameron Stahl
Continuing with our “ Election: 2026 ” series, this addition to our candidate interviews features Polk Township Trustee candidate Cameron Stahl (R). Leading up to the primaries, we will continue to release candidate interviews in order to keep you informed as you make your way to the ballot box. Publisher's Note: The Washington County Times does not endorse political candidates. Our mission is to provide balanced and informative coverage of local politics so our readers can
Who's Who on the 2026 Primary Election Ballot
Filings for the 2026 Primary Election are closed. Below is a complete list of candidates that will appear on the 2026 Primary Election ballot.
SHS Journalism: Mallory Nice – More Than a Trainer
Written by Claire Schmaltz Photo by Delana Nolan When an athlete is down all eyes look for one person, and within seconds the athletic trainer is by their side assessing the situation and making critical decisions that protect both the athlete’s health and their future in the sport. Salem Schools Athletic Trainer Mallory Nice has helped lots of athletes recover and get back out on the court or field. Nice always knew she wanted to work in healthcare and battling through her
SHS Journalism: "Lessons Beyond the Classroom"
By: Natalee Boutelle Kenadie Garloch interning at St. Vincent-Salem Hospital. High school is a place where students learn who they are and what they want to do after graduation. One of the ways Salem High School helps seniors test the ideas of what they want to do is through an internship class. This class is designed to help students discover what they would like to do after school by providing real-life experiences in a career field. Junior/senior counselor Kevin Alberton s
High School in the USA seeks local host families for exchange students
Submitted by Jennifer Porter A Truly Life-Changing Experience: Become a Host Family in Washington County High School in the USA (HSUSA) is seeking welcoming host families in Washington County and surrounding counties for the upcoming school year. Hosting an international high school student is a meaningful opportunity to bring the world into your home while helping a young person grow academically, culturally, and personally. HSUSA students are 15–17 years old and attend a lo
Local effort restores historic street name in Salem
Written & Submitted by Jeremy Elliott Recently, the Washington County Historical Society approached Mayor Justin Green about the possibility of correcting an error that has stood for decades in the City of Salem. We have been unable to determine when this mistake initially occurred, but the street that travels north from the top of the East Market Street hill, to Hackberry Street, at some point was erroneously named “Hayes Avenue.” This street was added to the town of Salem d
Women in Business Luncheon scheduled for April 13 in Salem
A Community Posting by The Washington County Chamber of Commerce Photo from a previous Women in Business event. The Washington County Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Women in Business Luncheon on Monday, April 13, from 12 to 1 p.m. at Raquel’s Restaurant & Catering, located at 34 Public Square. The event will include a panel discussion featuring local businesswomen from a range of industries and career stages. Panelists are scheduled to include Denise Bessler, owner
Scholarship opportunity opens doors for adult learners in Washington County
A Community Posting by the Washington County Community Foundation It’s never too late to invest in your future — and the Donors of the Washington County Community Foundation are here to help make that possible. Through the Education Matters Initiative, the Foundation is now offering scholarships designed specifically for non-traditional students — adults who are ready to return to school, gain new skills, or take the next step toward a better career. These scholarships can he
"Back in Line" with Dr. Mosier: “Dad… Listen to Me.”
A simple moment that reveals a powerful truth about presence, health, and the stories we’re meant to live and share. We had quite some fun on our staycation this past week while the boys were off school for spring break; from playgrounds, to the Ark Encounter, to the zoo, to the Newport Aquarium, we had a blast. The lesson of the week was that these Mosier boys require a lot of energy and lots of attention. At one point Ethan, with his angry eyes, grabbed my face directly tow
"Back in Line" with Dr. Mosier: The Valentine’s Day Wake-Up Call
About three weeks ago, I found myself in quite a marital situation. It was Valentine’s Day. After breakfast, Ellen gave the boys their Valentine’s presents from us… presents I didn’t even know about. Then it happened. She handed me a bag. Not a present—a bag. Needless to say, the “oh crap” alarm started going off in my head like it was the Fourth of July. Yep, you guessed it… I didn’t get her anything. In my defense, I thought we weren’t getting each other gifts because the f
"Back in Line" with Dr. Mosier: Built to Heal, Part 8
Before You Choose Surgery… Read This First! The Disc Decompression Solution If you’ve been told that surgery is your next step… If you’re living with constant flare-ups… If you’ve “thrown your back out” more times than you can count… We need to talk. At Mosier Family Chiropractic, one of the most life-changing therapies we offer is spinal decompression — and it’s helping people avoid unnecessary spine surgery every single week. Let’s break it down simply. What Is Spinal Dec
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