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A GoFundMe campaign has been established to support the family of 14-year-old Jameson Crawford, whose death Sunday evening in Salem remains under investigation.

Investigators have released the identity of the 14-year-old who died Sunday evening in Salem. He has been identified as Jameson Crawford, 14, of Salem. Authorities say the investigation remains ongoing, and additional information will be released as it becomes available.

The following is taken from an Indiana State Police – Sellersburg Post press release: Indiana State Police (ISP) detectives from the Sellersburg Post are investigating the death of a 14-year-old male from an apparent gunshot wound to the head.

The Washington County Actors Community Theatre has announced auditions for its upcoming summer production of Shrek the Musical , an ambitious, large-scale show that organizers hope will draw strong participation from performers across all age groups and bring sizable audiences to its July performances. Based on the 2001 animated film Shrek , the musical follows a reclusive ogre whose quiet life is disrupted when a group of exiled fairy tale characters invade his swamp. In an

Continuing our “Election: 2026” series, this addition to our candidate interviews features District 9 Congressional Candidate James H. (Jim) Graham (D). 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.

Continuing our “Election: 2026” series, this addition to our candidate interviews features District 9 Congressional Candidate Tim Peck (D). 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.

By Adalee Hobson Photo by Adalee Hobson On a warm spring afternoon, the sound of softballs cracking against bats carries across the fence of the outfield, blending with laughter, shouted drills and the occasional sharp whistle from the dugout. At first glance the Lady Lions look like any average high school softball team. If you look closer you’ll see a little resemblance on the field as the game begins. The same last names. The same features. The same instinctive glance betw

For some students choir is just another class, but for others it's a place where they can be heard. This is exactly how Caitlin Kemker wants it to be. Kemker's love for theater started at a very young age.

A dad’s “brilliant” plan… and the lesson it revealed about staying connected to what truly powers your life. This past Easter, I made a parenting decision that… well… might be up for debate. After church, we had an Easter egg hunt with the boys. Isaiah and Isaac—being older and faster—were doing what they always do… absolutely dominating. Meanwhile, Ethan—my 2nd youngest—was giving it everything he had… but just couldn’t keep up. So naturally… Dad stepped in. Let’s just say I

A Community Posting by the Washington County Community Foundation As artificial intelligence becomes a growing part of everyday life, the Washington County Community Foundation is inviting parents and guardians of Washington County students to learn how to keep their children safe in an AI driven world. The Foundation will host a series of free community sessions titled How to Keep Your Kids Safe in an AI World, featuring educator and technology expert Bhavani Kola. With more

Local Boy Scout Troop 4029 will be hosting an American Flag Retirement Ceremony on Tuesday, April 14 at 6:30 pm. The ceremony is open to the public, and it will be held at 307 Market Street, Salem.

Jennifer Maudlin was thrilled to be one of the recipients of this year’s Giving Tree Grants through the Washington County Community Foundation. As a special education teacher at Salem Middle School, Maudlin is always looking for hands-on learning opportunities for her students. The grant allowed her to purchase caterpillars for her students to feed and observe through their life. “From tiny caterpillars to beautiful butterflies, students learned about life cycles, responsibil