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Monday, May 26, marked this year’s Memorial Day. It is often thought of simply as a day off work or a day spent around the grill with family and friends, but the real meaning goes far deeper than that. On Memorial Day, we honor and remember our fallen heroes throughout history that gave it all in the name of freedom.

It was a week to remember for West Washington High School senior Silas Batt. On Thursday, May 22, the 18-year-old pulled off a feat most golfers only dream of—hitting a hole-in-one at the Western Hills Country Club. The very next day, he walked across the stage to receive his high school diploma.

On Friday, May 16, the Washington County, Indiana Special Olympics athletes were joined by local law enforcement at Dunkin’ in Salem for the first annual “Cop on a Rooftop” fundraiser event. Beginning at 5 am and ending at noon, this fundraiser helps ensure that our local Special Olympics group is able to participate in the events that they love dearly. This year, they were able to bring in $470.

On Wednesday, May 21 at 7:07 pm, Washington County Sheriff's Department, Washington County Ambulance Service, and the Campbellsburg Volunteer Fire Department responded to a call in regard to a two-vehicle wreck located at 1661 N Smedley Rd near Smedley Church.

This morning, community leaders, local officials, and residents gathered at the Salem Little League ballfields to celebrate a major step forward in connectivity: the official ribbon cutting for newly installed public Wi-Fi. Thanks to a partnership between the Washington County Community Foundation, Jackson County REMC, and the City of Salem, patrons of the park can now enjoy free internet access.

 The Washington County Commissioners meeting this week was marked by passionate debates over the potential rescission of the 2022 decision to dissolve the town of Hardinsburg. Residents and officials voiced divergent opinions on whether the town should regain its incorporated status or remain under county governance.

Washington County’s natural history is a tapestry woven with tales of prehistoric giants and fierce frontier wildlife. From the massive mastodons that roamed these woods long before settlers arrived, to the panthers and bears that prowled the frontier, our region’s story is rich with fossils and encounters that capture both the imagination and the wild spirit of early Indiana.

Mr. Edward G. Nunley, age 87, of Salem, passed away Friday, May 16 at Baptist Health Floyd in New Albany. Mr. Nunley was born November 2, 1937, in Neon, Letcher County, Kentucky. He was the son of Carl Edward and Mandy Yeary Nunley. Edward retired from Kimball Manufacturing after 37 years.

Levi Michael Hebard, 21, of Salem, passed away Monday, May 19 at his home. Levi was born March 25, 2004 in Panama City, Florida. He had attended Legacy Life Church in Salem and Restoration Christian Church in Sellersburg. He was an employee of Burger King in Salem and was in training to become an Assistant Manager. He was starting Ivy Tech on June 9 for welding.

Gerald N. Thompson, age 85 of Salem, Indiana passed away Friday, May 16, 2025, in St. Vincent Salem Hospital. Born September 8, 1939 in Pineville, Kentucky, he was the son of the late James Mart and Hattie (Robbins) Thompson.

“Leapin’ Lizards!” The stage is set for a summer filled with music, laughter, and a little red-headed orphan who’s charmed generations. Washington County Theatre has officially announced auditions for its upcoming production of Annie, one of the most beloved musicals in Broadway history.

At approximately 9:36 on Sunday evening, the Brown/Vernon Fire Department and Washington County EMS were called to the area of 68 Sycamore Street behind Jimmy's Bar in Campbellsburg, regarding a structure fire inside a vacant house.