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Submitted by Ochs-Tetrick Funeral Home Richard Lee Hayes, 84, of Salem, IN (formerly of Orleans, IN) was surrounded by family as he left his earthly body and was welcomed into Heaven’s gates on May 28, 2026. Richard was born on February 22, 1942, in Lawrence County, Indiana, the second child of Freddie and Dorothy (Hunter) Hayes. On August 26, 1960 he married his high school sweetheart, Janice Lee (Chatham) Hayes, who survives. He attended Leipsic School and later graduated f

It is that time again! Another “On The Bricks” event, hosted on Market (“Brick”) Street by Mayor Justin Green and his staff, is less than one week away. This time, Market Street is seeing the return of “Art On The Bricks” on June 5 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

On June 6 from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm, Mosier Family Chiropractic will be celebrating the grand opening of their new location in what used to be Save A lot at 1110 W Mulberry Street, Salem.

The Washington County Community Foundation invites the community to an evening of music, memories, and celebration during its 2026 Annual Meeting on Thursday, July 16, from 5 PM to 7 PM at Cornerstone Hall in Salem. A short program will begin at 6:30 PM.

Grants totaling over $100,000 were awarded to organizations serving Washington County by the generous donors of the Washington County Community Foundation for the Spring 2026 grant cycle. Grants are primarily awarded from the Foundation’s Touch Tomorrow Funds.

Submitted by Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home Charlene Tullis, age 75, of Salem, passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2026 in New Albany. Born October 3, 1950 in New Albany, she was the daughter of Clarence and Tennessee Louise (Perry) McKillip. Charlene was married to JR Tullis, her late husband of 50 years and was a proud teacher in Special Education at the East Washington School. She is survived by her three children: Aaron (Shannon) Tullis, Josh Tullis (Samantha Stensrud) and Nathan (T

Washington County, in cooperation with City of Salem and the Towns of Campbellsburg, Hardinsburg, Little York, Livonia, New Pekin, and Saltillo have prepared an update to the Washington County Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan (MHMP) to address the risk and vulnerability of communities in the county which may be affected by known natural, technological, and political hazards.

Southern Indiana Works (SIW) offers free career-coaching services to eligible residents of Scott and Washington Counties. These services support individuals in planning their careers, strengthening job-search strategies, and possibly connecting them with employment and training opportunities.

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Donald W. Morris, age 72 of Salem passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026 in his home. Mr. Morris was born May 1, 1954 in Salem, the son of Irvin Leon Morris and Hazel Brown Morris. He was a member of the Canton Christian Church. Mr. Morris is survived by his sons, Brian Morris of Salem, Indiana, Michael Morris (Kirstin) of Salem, Indiana, Joseph Gibson (Jesi) of New Albany, Indiana and Chris Gibson (Jessica) of Warrensburg, Missouri. He is also

A celebration of life has been scheduled for David Maudlin, who passed away on April 13.

Submitted by Robin Gettelfinger Terry Alan Terrell, 73, New Salisbury, passed peacefully at his home on Friday, May 22, 2026. Known as ‘Vern’ to his friends, Terry was born in Scottsburg on August 17, 1952, to the late Roen and Lena Terrell. He retired from the U.S. Army after 20 years, including duty in Vietnam. He also survived the Beirut bomb blast in 1983 and was awarded the Purple Heart. Throughout his military career, he earned numerous medals, awards, and certificates.

From wringing chickens in Sunday dresses to naked cannonballs in kiddie pools — every generation has its stories. As our family and practice step into a new season, we’re grateful to grow through the changes together. There I was, setting up textbooks and little figurines in my office at our new building, when I decided to head home and walk Ryder over to my parents’ house for our Memorial Day dinner. As I got closer, I could hear laughing and splashing coming from the backya