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Commissioners met on Tuesday, August 4 to unanimously approve a moratorium on data centers and adopted new employee health insurance plans designed to reduce a projected cost increase for both the county and its employees.

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Thomas Wayne Cole, age 86 of Orleans, Indiana, passed away on August 11, 2026 at Baptist Health Floyd in New Albany, Indiana. Mr. Cole was born March 16, 1940, he was the son of the late Eli and Lillian Wheat Cole. He was born in Cole Hollow. Surviving Thomas is his wife, Jean Thomas, their two sons, Tim Cole (Dana) of Campbellsburg, Indiana, Michael Cole (Linda) of Salem, his step daughter, Susan Lawyer (Jim) of Hardinsburg, his sister, Lin

Submitted by Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home James Thomas Brown "Little Jimmy - Uncle Jimmy", age 62 of Pekin, passed away Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at his residence. Born on October 6, 1963, in Louisville, Kentucky, he was the son of Elizabeth (Spurrier) Brown and John E. Brown. "Little Jimmy" is survived by his two brothers: Steve and Billy Brown; two sisters: Karen Harp and Tina Baird; one stepbrother: Darrell Miller; and one stepsister: Kathy LaFever; along with 25 Nieces and

Whether you’re brand new to essential oils or you’ve been using them for years, there’s always something new to learn. Essential oils can be incredibly versatile tools for self-care, aromatherapy, and everyday wellness- but using them well is about more than simply knowing which oil smells good or which one is trending online. Understanding quality, safety, dilution, application methods, and how to use oils intentionally can make all the difference. Over the years, I’ve learn

After a successful debut in 2025, Salem's "Baked On The Bricks" is becoming a staple event here on Market Street and will be returning this Friday, August 14, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Submitted by Girrbach Funeral Home Joan Spindler, 86, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of dedicated teaching, deep compassion, and a joyful spirit. Born on August 27, 1939, in Indianapolis, Indiana, she was the daughter of Dr. Robert D. and Mary Rosalie (Hobbs) Spindler. A proud graduate of Shelbyville Indiana High School, Joan earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from DePauw University and a Master’s in Special Education from Northeaster

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Marcia Bilyeu, age 76 of Pekin, passed away on Monday, August 10, 2026 at her home. Mrs. Bilyeu was born July 28, 1950 in New Albany, Indiana, the daughter of Carl Leno Fisher and Norma Lee Feiock Fisher. She was a Borden High School graduate. Marcia enjoyed gardening and sewing. She especially loved her hostas and day lilies. She was a member of the Emmanuel Church in Pekin. She worked for 25 years at a powder plant (ICI America) with her m

Vendor registration is now open for the Washington County Chamber of Commerce’s grand return of Friday Night on the Square, with organizers announcing significantly reduced participation fees and several new opportunities for local businesses to take part in the event.

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Ellen Sue Denton age 72 of Campbellsburg, passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2026 at home, surrounded by her loved ones. Mrs. Denton was born March 1, 1954 in Bedford, Indiana, the daughter of Roscoe E. Hartley and Mary Jane Conley Hartley. She was a member of the Carters Creek Christian Church. Mrs. Denton retired from West Washington, where she was a bus driver for 30 years. After retirement she loved spending time with her family and her

This past Saturday, the Washington County Warming Station hosted a Resource Fair at Salem High School. The fair was well attended, with more than 250 people coming out to see what Washington County has to offer!

Submitted by Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home Nancy Carol Little, age 79, of Jeffersonville, Indiana passed away Sunday, August 9, 2026, at her residence. Born July 12, 1947, at home in Borden, she was the daughter of Baskel Elmo and Evelyn Marie (Brown) Miller. Nancy retired from the State of Indiana being an employment specialist. She is survived by one son: Shannon Joe (Rhonda) Campbell; one daughter: Monica Lynn Little; a brother Robert Estel (R.E.) Miller; a sister: Anita Schu

A Community Posting by Jackson County REMC Pursuant to its Bylaws and the Statutes of the State of Indiana (I.C.8-1-13-11), Jackson County Rural Electric Membership Corporation hereby places on notice certain individuals that unclaimed balances are being held in their names and if said balances are not duly claimed within sixty (60) days from the date of publication of this notice, the same shall be contributed to the corporation as outlined in its Bylaws. A complete list can