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The 2026 Washington County Fair came to a close this past weekend, and we have created a video chock-full of photos submitted by none other than you!

​The official ribbon cutting ceremony is scheduled for 3:00 p.m. The American Legion Color Guard will present the colors, followed by a keynote presentation by a state official to commemorate Hardinsburg’s reincorporation.

The Washington County Farmers-Merchants Fair will take place from Saturday, June 13 through Saturday, June 20 at the fairgrounds off East Market Street. A digital copy of the fair's program can be found here, including entry forms for the fair parade and baby contest.

A Community Posting Submitted by the Washington County Community Action Coalition What began as a simple lease signed with a vision has grown into a community-built space now entering its second year in Salem. The Town House recently celebrated its one-year anniversary with a ribbon cutting ceremony and officially joined the Chamber of Commerce, marking another step forward in its growth as a public community hub. The origins of the space are deeply rooted in shared vision an

A Community Posting Submitted by Washington County Pride QSA The Washington County Pride Picnic returns for its 6th annual celebration on Sunday, June 14, from 1–8 p.m. This free community event will feature food, music, games, entertainment, and opportunities to connect with friends old and new in a welcoming environment for LGBTQ+ individuals, families, allies, and supporters. The picnic is centrally located in Salem, with the exact location shared upon RSVP. For more infor

A press release from the City of Salem: The City of Salem is excited to announce partnership with the Washington County Community Foundation to launch an inclusive Washington County Community Calendar.

A veteran by the name of David Brewer spoke to the commissioners about adding a Chair of Honor for the Salem Courthouse. This chair would be installed in honor of American veterans, POW and MIA, that never made it home.

It is that time again! Another “On The Bricks” event, hosted on Market (“Brick”) Street by Mayor Justin Green and his staff, is less than one week away. This time, Market Street is seeing the return of “Art On The Bricks” on June 5 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

The Washington County Community Foundation invites the community to an evening of music, memories, and celebration during its 2026 Annual Meeting on Thursday, July 16, from 5 PM to 7 PM at Cornerstone Hall in Salem. A short program will begin at 6:30 PM.

Grants totaling over $100,000 were awarded to organizations serving Washington County by the generous donors of the Washington County Community Foundation for the Spring 2026 grant cycle. Grants are primarily awarded from the Foundation’s Touch Tomorrow Funds.

Southern Indiana Works (SIW) offers free career-coaching services to eligible residents of Scott and Washington Counties. These services support individuals in planning their careers, strengthening job-search strategies, and possibly connecting them with employment and training opportunities.

A celebration of life has been scheduled for David Maudlin, who passed away on April 13.