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“Grandkids are God’s reward for not killing your kids,” John Maxwell once said. Many of you can probably relate—and I know my parents would wholeheartedly agree.

The Washington County Sheriff's Department is partnering with the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) to prevent impaired driving and save lives. From August 16 through August 30, officers will increase patrols and conduct sobriety checkpoints as part of the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over national enforcement campaign, led by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Attention all baking enthusiasts and pastry enjoyers: Salem is about to get a whole lot sweeter! On Thursday, August 22 from 6 pm to 9 pm, Market Street will be lined with baked goods for the community to enjoy in Washington County’s first “Baked on the Bricks” event.

The back-to-school season brings excitement, fresh starts… and sometimes a fair amount of stress. Between early mornings, homework battles, and packed schedules, both kids and parents can feel the pressure. Fortunately, nature offers a gentle way to help everyone transition smoothly: lavender essential oil.

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.

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.

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.

"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.

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.

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.

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.

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.