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Submitted by Renée Mather – “Pride” is celebrated each June in recognition of the LGBTQIA+ civil rights movement that began in 1969 in New York City. The month honors the courage of those who came before, the lives lost to hate and injustice, and the ongoing journey toward equity and love. Pride celebrations—whether large parades or small-town picnics—offer more than visibility. They are affirmations of life, dignity, and belonging.

The Washington County Board of Commissioners held their regular meeting this past Tuesday, June 17, following the special meeting last week regarding the reversal of the controversial paving contract that was originally awarded to Temple & Temple. During that meeting, the contract was awarded to Harrison County-based company C&R Construction.

A PRESS RELEASE FROM THE WASHINGTON COUNTY FAMILY YMCA – The Washington County Family YMCA is proud to recognize Corey and Lauren Churchman, owners of Marshall Monuments in Salem, for their generous contribution to the Beth Armstrong Y-For-All Capital Campaign.

Keith Burger, age 71 of Paoli, passed away Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at Paoli Health and Living. Mr. Burger was born April 24, 1954 in New York, the son of Allen Burger. He is survived by his son, Lester Burger, four brothers and three sisters.

Dannie Smith Jr., age 57 of Salem, passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at his home. Mr. Smith was born August 22, 1967 in New Albany, Indiana the son of Dannie Smith Sr. and Sam and Betty Weisbach Jeffers. He is an Army and Air Force veteran, and served in Desert Storm.

The Leader Publishing Company of Salem, Inc. is in the process of closing its doors, and owner Nancy Grossman is inviting the public to take advantage of a large paper sale.

Jennifer Ellen McKinley, age 53 of Pekin, passed away on Monday, June 16, 2025 at Baptist Health Floyd. Mrs. McKinley was born March 28, 1972, in Hartford City, the daughter of Dale Adney and Ellen Clidinst Adney. She was a member of Northside Christian Church. Jennifer was a homemaker.

Bonnie J. Martin, age 94, passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024 at IU Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. Mrs. Martin was born November 14, 1930 in Orange County, Indiana, the daughter of Chester A. and Agnes Thrall Goen.

Roena Lynn Tegarden, age 57, of Pekin passed away Saturday, June 14, 2025 at her residence. Born July 16, 1967 in New Albany, Indiana, she was the daughter of Roy Lemarr and Soundra Kay Gibson Lemarr.

Susan Gertrude Penix, age 56 of Salem, passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2025 at Baptist Health Floyd Hospital. Mrs. Penix was born February 24, 1969 in Mount Vernon, Kentucky, the daughter of Edward Pittman and Kimberly O’Neal.

The Washington County Times wishes everyone a safe and fun fair week! This article will be updated daily, removing events that have already taken place for our readers' convenience. For a full schedule and more information, click here.

On June 10, Washington County emergency responders received a call at 12:43pm regarding a wreck involving a blue Honda Civic and a red Volvo semi on SR-56 East near N Mount Rd. This happens to be the second semi-related wreck on 56 East in the span of a week.