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I was sitting at my desk at my insurance job, thinking about chiropractic. Google kept showing me article after article about this new discovery that had captured my attention. For the first time, I had found something I could pursue with both purpose and passion. It felt like a much better fit than insurance ever did, and even more fulfilling than journalism would have been. I remember walking into my insurance boss's office and saying, "I don't think this job is the right f

It is once again time for the Summer Festival at the Hardinsburg General Store! On July 10, from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm at 8674 W Radcliff Rd, the store – and especially the parking lot – will be full of vendors and visitors from all over our community as we gather for the fourth annual summer festival.

If you've been feeling tired no matter how much you sleep, wired but exhausted, or like your stress response is stuck in overdrive, you're not alone. Modern life asks a lot of our nervous systems, and our adrenal glands are often working overtime to keep up. While there's no substitute for rest, good nutrition, and medical care when needed, many people are turning to essential oils for adrenal support as a complementary part of their self-care routine. In this post, we'll ex

Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home Jack Barton, age 76, of Pekin, passed away Sunday, June 28, 2026, at his residence. Born December 1, 1949, in Sonora, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Robert T Barton and Mildred Louise (Hornback) Skaggs. Jack proudly served his country in both the United States Marine Corps and the United States Navy. After his military service, he dedicated his career to helping others through education, working as an instructor at Roederer Correctional Comple

Weathers Funeral Home Dessie Marie Smith, age 84 of Salem, passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at Meadowview Health and Rehab. Mrs. Smith was born April 19, 1942 in Corbin, Kentucky, the daughter of Jess and Nellie Eaton McVay. She was a member of Westside Baptist Church. Mrs. Smith is survived by her sons, Robert Smith (Sue) of Salem and Donnie Smith (Marla) of Salem, her daughters, Vickie Schultz (David) of Salem and Barbara Cupp (Kenny) of Salem. She is also survived by her

Pekin is hosting its 196th consecutive Fourth of July Celebration this weekend! The event is recognized across the country as the nation’s oldest continuous Independence Day celebration.

Dawalt Funeral Home William R. Kidd, age 77 of Salem, passed away Sunday, June 28, 2026 at Salem Crossing. Born August 24, 1948 in Louisville, Kentucky, he was the son of the late William Edward and Lucille Martha (Durham) Kidd. He was a retired truck driver and a former employee of Kimball Office. He was a member of Southern Hills Church and served during the Vietnam War as a Spec 4 in the U.S. Army. He passed out "Lonesome Road" religious music CD's to his fellow truckers a

Ethan, my three-year-old, was riding his Strider bike through Nana's house when Ellen and I walked in. At Nana's house, pretty much anything goes, so it felt like we had stepped into a three-ring circus. Within seconds, Ethan jumped off his bike to wrestle with his brothers because Isaac or Evan had dared to touch one of "his" toys. Typically, Isaac and Ethan are the ones who clash the most. But lately, Evan has started standing up for himself. At just 17 months old, he can't

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Ellen Mahuron, age 82 of Salem, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026 in her home. Mrs. Mahuron was born March 2, 1944 in Pekin, Indiana the daughter of Grant Markland and Harriet Gray Markland. She was a member of the Crossroads Christian Church. Mrs. Mahuron was a Lab Tech at Washington County Memorial Hospital for 35 years. She was a horticulturist, master gardener and loved raising her animals. She also loved birds and cats. Mrs. Mahuron

Washington County Theatre’s latest offering is Shrek the Musical, presented on July 24, 25, and 26 (details below) at the Salem Middle School Auditorium. It’s the story of how an unlovable ogre finds love when he least expects it.

Well, it looks like summer is officially here. Washington County is under a heat advisory this week, as dangerously hot temperatures and high humidity are expected to push heat index values into the mid-100s.

Submitted by Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home Verneda Irene (Packard) Hoke, age 81, of Salem, passed away Wednesday, June 24, 2026, in New Albany. Born October 9, 1944, in Mountain Lake, Minnesota, she was the daughter of Woodrow Edward and Sadie Irene (Moore) Packard. Verneda loved the simple things in life that brought her the greatest joy. She earned her Master Gardener degree and took great pride in creating a beautiful garden that became a peaceful bird sanctuary, where she co