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Obituary: David Joe Rutherford
David Joe Rutherford, age 74, passed away peacefully on May 15th, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. David was born on April 23rd, 1951, in Salem, IN to parents Francis Rutherford and Leora Bush Rutherford. He was the oldest of his siblings: Becky Rutherford, who survives, and Steve Rutherford and Grace Ann Bowers, who preceded him in death.
May 17, 20252 min read


Obituary: Ronald Bishop
Ronald Bishop, 87, passed away on May 13, 2025, in Louisville, Kentucky. Ronald Bishop was born on May 17, 1937, in Scottsburg, Indiana, to Alvin Bishop and Dorothy (Boyd) Bishop. Ronald graduated from Scottsburg High School in 1955, marking the beginning of his lifelong career as owner-operator of the family business, Bishop Motor Company.
May 17, 20251 min read


Wreck on SR-60 Near S Bilyeu Rd
On Friday, May 16, Washington County EMS, Sheriff’s Department, and Campbellsburg Volunteer Fire Department received a call at 1:16 pm regarding a single-vehicle wreck on SR-60 near 596 W Oak St, Campbellsburg involving a 79-year-old female complaining of elbow pain.
May 17, 20251 min read


Heroes in our Hometown: Major General R. Dale Lyles
Accounting for just 6% of the United States adult population, it is not every day that you run into a military veteran. What’s more, it is even more rare to cross paths with a major general. What are the odds of a major general from the U.S. Army calling Washington County home? They are greater than you might think. The Washington County Times had the immense pleasure of sitting down with Major General R. Dale Lyles to discuss his time and experiences in the military.
May 16, 202512 min read


Single-Vehicle Wreck on W Mount Tabor Rd
On Wednesday, May 14, Washington County emergency responders received a call at 6:22 pm regarding a single-vehicle wreck at the intersection of W Mount Tabor Rd and Hitchcock Rd involving one female.
May 15, 20251 min read


WCCF Launches "Rise Up" Program to Strengthen Local Nonprofits
A new initiative from the Washington County Community Foundation (WCCF) is aiming to lift local nonprofits to new heights. Established in...
May 15, 20251 min read


Scents & Sensibility: Essential Oils and the Sun
I asked my followers on my Facebook page what questions they had about essential oils and proper usage, and I thought this question was perfect to answer to prepare for summertime coming up!
May 15, 20253 min read


Obituary: Roger Burl Jean
Roger Burl Jean, age 90, heard the words "Well Done" from his Lord and Savior as he peacefully passed at is home in Salem, IN on May 13, 2025. He was born to Cecil and Gayle Russell Jean on June 1, 1934 in Medora, IN. He graduated from Campbellsburg High School and served in the United States Army during the Korean War.
May 15, 20252 min read


Salem Choirs Present Spring Concert
Salem Choir and Musical Theatre students present their year-end concert this Sunday, May 18 at 2:00 pm in the Trueblood Performing Arts Center on the campus of Salem Middle School.
May 14, 20251 min read


Baseball and Softball Sectionals Pairings
Sectional News: On Sunday, May 4, the IHSAA released the sectional pairings for both baseball and softball. For baseball, all three county schools will begin their tourney trek on the road this year while the Lady Lions and Musketeers travel and the Senators host for softball.
May 14, 20253 min read


Upcoming Sectionals
Sectional News: With the calendar recently turning over to the month of May, all spring sports are starting to hit the final weeks of their regular seasons.
May 14, 20251 min read


Obituary: Eldon Leroy "Buddy" Fulkerson Jr.
Eldon Leroy Fulkerson Jr. “Buddy” 49 of Pekin, passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at his home.
May 13, 20251 min read
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