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Vehicle Fire Spreads to Second Vehicle and Nearby House
On Thursday, August 14, Franklin Township Volunteer Firefighters received a call at 11:47 am in regard to a vehicle fire at 10172 SR-160. Dispatch informed emergency responders that a vehicle had caught on fire, and that it had spread to another vehicle nearby and had begun to spread to a house just a few feet away.
Aug 14, 20251 min read


Councilman Lee Accuses Mayor of "Inaccurate Information" Regarding Local Water
On Thursday, August 14, Salem City Councilman Randy Lee announced on Facebook that he had hand-delivered a letter to the office of Mayor Justin Green regarding the ongoing concerns about the water supplied by Salem Water Works. The letter is included in its entirety below.
Aug 14, 20252 min read


The Dark Knight of Salem: The Story Behind Washington County's Very Own Batman
Holy exclusive scoop, Batman! The Washington County Times has tracked down the only insider who knows the full story behind Salem’s mysterious caped crusader.
Aug 12, 20252 min read


"Back in Line" with Dr. Mosier: Beyond the Scale
"Wow, Doc, you’ve lost a ton of weight!" Lately, I’ve been getting a lot of compliments on my weight loss. For me, this journey wasn’t just necessary for my health, but for my family as well.
Aug 12, 20252 min read


Is Salem Water Safe? Superintendent Mills Addresses Local Concerns
City of Salem Water Distribution Superintendent and Water Treatment Superintendent Jennifer Mills has spoken with The Washington County Times to address concerns about the appearance, taste, smell, and safety of local tap water.
Aug 11, 20254 min read


Bryce Gerlach Memorial Ride Set for Aug. 16
The 2nd Annual Benefit Ride in Memory of Bryce Gerlach will take place Saturday, August 16, 2025, starting at the Salem Moose Lodge. The event will feature side-by-sides, Jeeps, and bikes, as well as live music, a silent auction, a 50/50 raffle, poker run, and a taco bar.
Aug 11, 20251 min read


Salem Man Arrested for Battery and Neglect of a Child
A PRESS RELEASE FROM INDIANA STATE POLICE - SELLERSBURG: A Washington County man was arrested Thursday after an Indiana State Police (ISP) investigation into alleged child battery.
Aug 8, 20251 min read


Armadillos May Soon Become Permanent Residents of Washington County
Armadillos, once associated exclusively with South America, Central America, and the southern United States, are now rapidly becoming part of Indiana’s wildlife. Recent reports suggest they may already be breeding in Washington County.
Aug 8, 20252 min read


Indiana Residents Join in the Motorcade for Medicaid
Recently, members of our community along with fellow Hoosiers across the State of Indiana joined together in an event called, “Motorcade for Medicaid” with the hope of raising awareness of rural hospitals that are at risk of closing down citing various budget cuts from the state and federal government.
Aug 8, 20254 min read


First Annual "Resource Day" to Bring Together Nearly 75 Local Organizations
The first annual “Washington County Resource Day” will be held on Saturday, August 23rd, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Randy Johnson Fieldhouse at Salem High School. The event is free to attend and open to the public. Attendees can expect a wide variety of booths, giveaways, and activities, including door prizes, a bounce house, and a mobile food pantry.
Aug 7, 20254 min read


Commissioners Appoint Lucy Brenton to Plan Commission, and a New Historic Designation
The Board of Commissioners held their first August meeting on Tuesday the 5th at 9:00 am, featuring public comments from Lucy Brenton and…
Aug 6, 20256 min read


Fatal Single-Vehicle Accident Near Little York on Monday
On Monday, August 4 at 9:17 am, Washington County emergency responders received a call in regard to a fatal motor vehicle accident near Little York at the intersection of N Scifers and Bush Road. Upon arrival, a 2013 Chevrolet Cruze could be seen crashed into a tree off the east side of Scifers Road.
Aug 5, 20251 min read
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