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County Council commits an additional $250,000 toward 4-H Building
In this week’s Washington County Council meeting, the council raised the county’s mileage reimbursement rate and daily per diem Monday morning, approved transfers and additional appropriations, and committed an extra $250,000 next year toward the new 4-H building at the fairgrounds.
Results and Projected Winners of Washington County's General Election
Below are the unofficial results of Washington County's 2026 General Election. The winners of all races are projected until results are verified by the State.
Reminder – these are Washington County votes ONLY. They do not reflect vote totals for federal or state races, which combine Washington County results with other counties.
Veterans Day Parade on the Horizon
The next parade in Salem is right around the corner as Veterans Day rapidly approaches! This Saturday, November 7, Titan Tint & Graphics will be hosting the 4th Annual Veterans Day Parade.
Washington County Pumpkin Walk returns Oct. 24
The Washington County Tourism Commission will host its annual Pumpkin Walk Saturday, Oct. 24, at the John Hay Center’s Pioneer Village in Salem.
Community members can enter a decorated pumpkin in the contest from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at The Depot parking lot, 206 S. College St. Pumpkins will be available for participants to pick up at the YMCA parking lot beginning Wednesday, Oct. 21, after 3 p.m. through Friday, Oct. 23, at 3 p.m.
Local family seeks assistance after devastating car crash
There is once again a local family here in Washington County in need of aid. Four individuals were involved in a head-on collision on July 11 of this year on East Hackberry Street between Walmart and Tumbleweed. The crash resulted in severe injuries with each of the passengers, one of which passed away one week after the crash.
West Washington choir selected to perform at Carnegie Hall
The West Washington Jr./Sr. High School choir has been selected to participate in a concert at Carnegie Hall in New York City, where the students are expected to perform the world premiere of a new choral composition alongside professional musicians and other selected school choirs from across the country.
County Council commits an additional $250,000 toward 4-H Building
In this week’s Washington County Council meeting, the council raised the county’s mileage reimbursement rate and daily per diem Monday morning, approved transfers and additional appropriations, and committed an extra $250,000 next year toward the new 4-H building at the fairgrounds.
Results and Projected Winners of Washington County's General Election
Below are the unofficial results of Washington County's 2026 General Election. The winners of all races are projected until results are verified by the State.
Reminder – these are Washington County votes ONLY. They do not reflect vote totals for federal or state races, which combine Washington County results with other counties.
Borden man arrested after alleged attempted kidnapping of Salem teen
The following is a press release from the Washington County Indiana Sheriff's Department. Washington County Sheriff Brent Miller announced the arrest of a 53-year-old Borden man following an attempted kidnapping involving a teenage girl in Salem on Friday, October 23. At approximately 4:30 p.m., deputies with the Washington County Sheriff's Department responded to a residence on North Naugle Road after receiving a report of a male attempting to abduct a juvenile at gunpoint.
Salem, West Washington advance in sectionals, Eastern falls at Clarksville
It was a big Friday night for two of our three county football teams as the IHSAA state tournament got underway on Friday, October 23. Salem and West Washington both advanced to the sectional semifinals, while Eastern saw its season come to an end at Clarksville.
Eagle Scout project includes building benches for SHS tennis
Hoping to give players a place to sit and rest, as well as store their equipment, senior Van Stephens has chosen to design and build benches for the tennis courts. The project is to help him complete his Eagle Scout rank in Boy Scouts.
Pink for a Purpose
The volleyball court was covered in pink, but the message behind it went far beyond the color. Salem High School Head Volleyball Coach Renee Stidam was diagnosed with breast cancer in early 2026. The team chose to support their coach by wearing pink, the color that represents breast cancer awareness.
Veterans Day Parade on the Horizon
The next parade in Salem is right around the corner as Veterans Day rapidly approaches! This Saturday, November 7, Titan Tint & Graphics will be hosting the 4th Annual Veterans Day Parade.
Washington County Substance Abuse Council opens 2027 mini-grant applications
The Washington County Substance Abuse Council (WCSAC), the county’s Local Coordinating Council, is now accepting applications for its 2027 Mini-Grant cycle. The grants support local projects that prevent and reduce substance abuse in Washington County. Funded projects will run from January 1 through December 31, 2027.
Chamber's Annual Dinner & Awards nearly sold out ahead of Nov. 12 event
A Community Posting by the Washington County Chamber of Commerce The Washington County Chamber of Commerce's Annual Dinner & Awards is approaching a full house, with more than 220 seats reserved for this year's event compared with approximately 60 attendees last year. The event is scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 12, at Cornerstone Chapel & Celebration Center in Salem. Networking begins at 5:00 PM, followed by dinner at 6:00 PM and the main program beginning at 6:30 PM. The Chamb
SHS partners with community to offer opportunities to students
Salem Schools has teamed with more than 20 local businesses to offer real world experiences for seniors providing both internship and work experience. Karen Barry, SHS Career Coach, enjoys the opportunity of getting to match a senior with an experience that will not only benefit them, but mean something to them.
"Built to Move" With Dr. Voyles: Pulling your Weight
What does pulling a combine 10 feet as fast as possible have to do with working in a chiropractic office? More than you might think. Recently, our team came together for the first ever combine pull at Cornucopia, where the goal was simple: get the combine across the finish line faster than every other team. It took strength, effort, coordination, and—most importantly—every person pulling their own weight. And we won. But the victory wasn't because one person was the strongest
"Scents and Sensibility": What an Appointment With Me Looks Like
One of the top questions I’ve received since starting as an aromatherapist at Mosier Family Chiropractic is so simple, yet one I haven’t been crystal clear on. “What does an appointment with you look like?” Let’s talk about it! First, there are multiple ways to book an appointment with me. You can call the office, message me, or book online through their website at www.mosierfamilychiropractic.com. Once the appointment is booked, you will receive a Google forms link to fill
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