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WASHINGTON COUNTY Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) 1/28/2026 Reference: Legal Notice The Washington County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) will hold its meetings for the year 2026 at 5:00pm at the Salem Fire Department meeting room, located at 38 Public Square #5, Salem, Indiana, on the following dates: Tuesday, February 10th, 2026, Tuesday, May 12th, 2026, Tuesday, August 11th, 2026 and Tuesday, November 10th 2026, and at such other times as shall be only

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.

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

Continuing with our “ Election: 2026 ” series, this addition to our candidate interviews features 2nd District* Commissioner candidate Wesley "Wes" Bowers (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 r

Continuing with our “ Election: 2026 ” series, this addition to our candidate interviews features Monroe Township Trustee candidate Jennifer M. Bowers (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 reade

Washington County has been upgraded to a level three travel warning. Included is a press release from the county commissioners and Washington County Emergency Management.

Continuing with our “ Election: 2026 ” series, this addition to our candidate interviews features 2nd District* Commissioner candidate Joseph McKinley (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 reade

The first Board of Finance meeting of 2026 featured the election of the Board of Finance officers for 2026, and an overview of the treasurer’s report. President Nancy Coats began the meeting with the election of officers.

Continuing with our “ Election: 2026 ” series, this addition to our candidate interviews features Howard Township Trustee candidate Zenas Bowling (R). Leading up to the primaries, we will continue to release candidate interviews in order to keep you well educated 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 reade

The January 20 Commissioners Meeting featured commercial insurance approval, board appointments, and a heated discussion between Commissioners Ewen and Cardwell.