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The Maple Syrup Festival is approaching once again! This year, it will be on February 28 and March 1, and March 7 and 8 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. This year will feature attractions for all to enjoy!

On February 3, the Washington County Board of Commissioners gathered for their regularly scheduled meeting following the joint special meeting with the County Council the day prior. A variety of topics were covered in this meeting, most notably was the continuation of the B.O.T. agreement discussion from the previous day’s meeting.

The following is a press release from Indiana State Police - Sellersburg: WASHINGTON COUNTY, Ind. — Indiana State Police troopers arrested a 43-year-old Washington County man Wednesday on multiple felony and misdemeanor charges related to the alleged sexual abuse of a minor. Jacob L. Hayes, 43, of Washington County, was taken into custody without incident early Wednesday morning, Feb. 4, 2026, at his residence. Troopers from the ISP Sellersburg Post, assisted by Washington Co

On February 2, The Washington County Commissioners and Council held a special joint meeting in regard to payroll. A normal year has 26 pay periods, however, this year has 27. The budget was not set correctly to accommodate this difference.

A Humbling Lesson on Ego, Gym Anxiety, and Why Nobody Is Actually Watching You I recently told my workout partner a story about Ellen and me getting ready for date night that left him shaking his head. As we were getting ready, Ellen looked over at me and said,“I’m over here looking like a slob, and you’re looking like a model.” Now, apparently the elevator of the male brain does not go all the way to the top—because with a pride-filled smile, I responded with a simple, heart

A new father–son business has launched in Salem with a focus on small-batch, locally roasted coffee. Wesley and Bryan DePoy began accepting orders Feb. 1 for Knobstone Coffee Company, LLC, a home-based coffee roasting business operating under Indiana Cottage Food Laws. The DePoys said they have been roasting coffee together for more than 10 years before deciding to turn the hobby into a business. Wesley DePoy said the decision grew out of both an interest in the roasting proc

Continuing with our “Election: 2026” series , this addition to our candidate interviews features current District 2* County Councilman Andrew Davisson (R), who is seeking re-election. 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

Submitted by Dawalt Funeral Home Franklin Junior "Buddy" Phipps, age 67 of Salem, passed away Friday, January 30, 2026, in Norton Hospital Louisville. Born January 14, 1959 in Salem, Indiana, he was the son of the late Robert F. and Ruby L. (Collins) Phipps. He was a retired 26 year employee of the old Smith Cabinet Company in Salem and had been a life resident of Washington County. He was a member of the Salem American Legion Cecil Grimes Post #41, loved wrestling and was a

This list is based on official reports from the Washington County Clerk's office, and will be updated regularly as candidates officially file.

Lincks Clothing & Shoes is celebrating 20 years in business this weekend. They plan to hold a celebration on January 31 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm featuring door prizes and cupcakes.

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Violetta Jean “Jeanie” Humphrey, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2026, at the age of 85 at her home in Fruitland Park, FL. Jeanie was woman of God, a devoted wife, a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother, a supportive sister and a trusted friend. Born on November 5, 1940, Jeanie was the beloved daughter of Violet (Zink) and Clifton Baird of Salem, IN, where she was raised and lived her entire young adult life. Jeanie met the

The Washington County Theatre plans to present The Giver later this year in April, and they will be holding auditions early next week on February 2 and 3 at 7:00 pm at the Salem Church of the Nazarene.