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Mr. Simpson was born May 10, 1968 in Salem, Indiana the son of Robert Lee Simpson and Judith Ann Roberts Simpson. Mr. Simpson was a die hard Indianapolis Colts fan, he loved classic rock and attended many concerts. He was always one to joke around and have fun.

“Look, a pumpkin!” Ethan’s little hands stretched out in the middle of Menards, pointing at their Halloween yard displays.

Continuing with our “Election: 2026” series, this edition of our candidate interviews features Sheriff Candidate Danny Libka. Leading up to the primaries, we will continue to release candidate interviews in order to keep you well educated as you make your way to the ballot box.

A Washington County man was airlifted to the University of Louisville Hospital on Sunday, September 21, following a collision with an off-duty Salem police officer on Sunday afternoon.

Gary L. Nale, age 82, of Borden, passed away Friday, September 19, 2025 at his residence. Born July 22, 1943 in Pekin, he was the son of the late Verlin and Helen Nale. On October 21, 1989, he married Lora (Newlon) Nale who survives.

(Publisher's Note: The following is taken from a press release by Washington County agencies. All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.) The Washington County Prosecutor’s Office, working jointly with the Washington County Sheriff’s Department, has announced that criminal charges have been filed against Marcus Miller following an investigation into allegations of long-term sexual abuse.

It is nearly that time of year again. The leaves are beginning to fall, temperatures are starting to cool, and Walmart already has Halloween decorations in its aisles. Fall is just around the corner, and so is the Old Settlers Days festival. This Washington County tradition began well over a century ago.

Billy I. Thompson, age 67 of Salem, passed away Friday, September 19, 2025 at his home. Mr. Thompson was born December 4, 1957 in New Smyrna, Florida the son of Larry and Carolyn McCoskey Thompson. Mr. Thompson was a member of the Masonic Lodge #512.

Shortly after 11:30 pm on Monday, September 15, Washington County emergency responders including the Salem Fire Department were dispatched to the area of the 500 block of Pilgrim Way in Salem, just north of the ballpark in regards to a shed on fire, with concerns that the fire was spreading.

Margaret Ann Martin, age 95 of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 4:00 pm, in Kraft Commons Assisted Living in Indianapolis.

Edith "Edie" Anderson, age 93 of Salem, passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at St. Vincent Salem Hospital.

Although the first filing date for the 2026 election isn’t until January 7, several local candidates have already announced plans to run. Among them is Washington County's current Deputy Auditor Michele Fleenor (R), who recently spoke with The Washington County Times about her intention to run for County Auditor.