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In this week’s Washington County Council meeting, the council raised the county’s mileage reimbursement rate and daily per diem Monday morning, approved transfers and additional appropriations, and committed an extra $250,000 next year toward the new 4-H building at the fairgrounds.

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Jerry Dale Harrold, age 78 of Salem, passed away on Monday, November 2, 2026 at Norton Hospital in Louisville. Mr. Harrold was born December 26, 1947 in Salem, the son of Russell E. Harrold and Hazel Dowling Harrold. He was a member of the Eastview Church of Christ where he served as a Deacon. For work, Mr. Harrold was an Agricultural Mechanic and Mr. Harrold was a United States Army Veteran, where he served for one year in Vietnam. Mr. Harr

A Halloween weekend in Salem revealed a generation worth being thankful for. “Kids these days have no manners and are so ungrateful.” This past weekend, we put that statement to the test. As an MFC family, we participated in both the YMCA Trunk-or-Treat and the Boo Bash at the museum. Then we met up at the Halloween parade. Needless to say, we had a firsthand look at this so-called “rotten” up-and-coming generation. And I have come to a conclusion: Witches, goblins, monsters,

Submitted by The Funeral Chapel of Powell and Deckard Jeffrey Kim Goddin, 76, of Bloomington passed away on Saturday October 31, 2026 at his residence. Jeff was born July 7, 1950 in Scottsburg, Indiana. He was raised in Salem, Indiana, the only child of Robert Lee and Louise (Dennany) Goddin. Jeff was a professor at Indiana University for over 30 years in Business Communication. His favorite class to teach was a paranormal class at the Hutton Honors College. Jeff was also a p

Submitted by Dawalt Funeral Home Jean Crouch formerly of Salem, Indiana, age 99, passed away on October 30, 2026, at Nazareth Home in Louisville, where she had resided for the past 2 years. She was born April 15, 1927, in Evansville, Indiana, the daughter of Harold F. Kroener and Lillian M. (Arvin) Kroener. She was raised in Evansville, attending parochial school and graduating from Reitz Memorial High School in 1945 where she met her husband, Donald F. Crouch. Following high

Below are the unofficial results of Washington County's 2026 General Election. The winners of all races are projected until results are verified by the State. Reminder – these are Washington County votes ONLY. They do not reflect vote totals for federal or state races, which combine Washington County results with other counties.

Submitted by Dawalt Funeral Home Paul Michael Brown, age 74 of Salem, Indiana. Born August 1, 1952, he was the son of the late Jesse Paul Brown and Frances Lucille (Miller) Brown. He graduated from Salem High School in 1970. He married his wife, Sharon, in 1982. Mike loved the outdoors and worked as a logger for most of his life. He loved his family and is missed deeply by his survivors, who include: wife, Sharon Denise (Dobson) Brown; daughter, Sarah Jane (Chris) Losson; son

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Paul Junior Dinklocker, age 67 of Salem, passed away Saturday, October 31, 2026 at St. Vincent Salem Hospital. Paul was born April 23, 1959 in Corydon, the son of Paul Dinklocker and Rose Foster Dinklocker. He was a member of Southern Hills Church, The Salem Moose Lodge and prior to closing, The Eagles Club. A man on unwavering faith, a servants heart, and a deep love for others, he was a beloved and respected member of his church and commun

The next parade in Salem is right around the corner as Veterans Day rapidly approaches! This Saturday, November 7, Titan Tint & Graphics will be hosting the 4th Annual Veterans Day Parade.

The Washington County Substance Abuse Council (WCSAC), the county’s Local Coordinating Council, is now accepting applications for its 2027 Mini-Grant cycle. The grants support local projects that prevent and reduce substance abuse in Washington County. Funded projects will run from January 1 through December 31, 2027.

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Verl Edward Fleenor, or better known as Sug, age 88 of Salem, passed away Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at his home. Mr. Fleenor was born March 18, 1938 in Salem, the son of Chester and Alma Goodpasture Fleenor. He proudly served his country for 18 years in the United States Army, volunteering for two tours of duty in Vietnam and earning the Bronze Star for his honorable service. Following his military career, he continued his dedication to his

Submitted by Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home Patrick L Kelly, age 77, of Borden, passed away Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at his residence. He was born July 1, 1949, in Columbus, Georgia, the son of the late Emmett Kelly and Helen (Reeves) Kelly. Patrick retired from Borden Tri-County Water, and he was a member of First Christian Church in Borden. He is survived by his wife, Becky Lewis, whom he married in June 1989; his children: Krishan (Crystal) Kelly and Cameron Kelly-Riley (And