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Written by Monika Spaulding Senior Blake Ramsey said it was a complete surprise when he found out he had been selected as the 2026 Lilly Scholar.  “I remember opening the letter and reading it out loud,” he said. “Not even 10 seconds later, my mom and I were screaming in excitement. I couldn’t believe that I had actually won the Lilly Scholarship, and even now it is difficult to fully grasp how lucky I am.” In recent years, one senior from each county has been selected as a r

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Phyllis Jean "Luttrell" Wilson of Pekin, Indiana passed away on January 5th, 2026 at home surrounded by her loved ones. She was born January 23, 1935 in Brownsville, Kentucky to Silas and Catherine Inez (Wolfe) Luttrell. She married Oliver Owen Wilson and from this union they had a daughter Teresa Gale Burns. Phyllis retired from Phillip Morris in Louisville, Kentucky after 35 years of service at the early age of 55. She loved traveling, she

January 7, was the first day that candidates for the 2026 election were able to file with Election Administrator Stephanie Rockey and her team. That means that election season is officially in full swing. Stephanie Rockey and Danielle Walker recently hosted an “Election Workshop” to help potential candidates understand the ins and outs of the complicated world of politics.

Submitted by Dawalt Funeral Home JoAnn Smith, age 90, of Campbellsburg, IN passed away peacefully Sunday, January 4, 2026, at Schneck Medical Center in Seymour, IN. Born June 14, 1935, in Salem, Indiana, she was the beloved daughter of John Lee and Ruth (Bush) Lee. She was the youngest of 11 children (4 boys, 7 girls). She was a proud graduate of Salem High School, "Class of 1952". After graduating, JoAnn moved to Columbus, IN and married Paul Edward King in 1953 with whom sh

All three commissioners agreed that Commissioner Phillip Marshall should be retained as president, and Commissioner Todd Ewen should be retained as vice president. Following this and the approval of the agenda, Lucy Brenton was called forward to present her public comment regarding “county business.”

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Eva Mae Casey, age 77 of Salem, passed away Monday, January 5, 2026 in her home. Mrs. Casey was born July 26, 1948 in Washington County the daughter of Earl Lee and Eva McKillip Lee. She was a member of the Enon Baptist Church. Mrs. Casey was a retired registered nurse. Mrs. Casey is survived by her husband of 57 years, Alfred Casey. She is also survived by her son, Alfred Alex Casey Jr. of Canton, daughter, Lesi Casey Key of Scottsburg, gra

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Carolyn Lucille Winslow, age 83, of New Albany, formerly of Salem, passed away Monday, January 5 at Baptist Health Floyd. Carolyn was born March 28, 1942, in Salem, the daughter of Paul and Rebecca Lucille Ray Brough. She was a retired employee of Smith Cabinet. She is survived by two daughters: Francen Hattabaugh (Todd) of New Albany and Kim Caldwell (Kevin) of Jeffersonville, a brother: Larry Brough of Salem, a sister: Linda Broady of Mulb

A Community Posting by Awareness Washington County Digital rendering of the final vision for the project. The 2025 Class of Awareness Washington County has been awarded a $60,000 grant from the Washington County Community Foundation in order to assist in their class project of installing an all-inclusive playground at Lake Salinda. The all-inclusive playground is a community-led initiative led by the class and involves repurposing playground equipment from Bradie Shrum Eleme

Why consistency — not motivation — is the real key to a meaningful year Recently, I found myself without a vehicle because my little S10 truck needed a transmission rebuild. It’s funny how life lessons show up in the most unexpected places. For a couple of weeks, Ellen became my chauffeur — or as she lovingly called me,  “Miss Daisy.” “Come on, Miss Daisy,” she’d say. “I’ve got to take you to work.” Let’s just say I was very glad to get my truck back. Being down a vehicle def

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home  Lynda Kaye Humphrey, age 87 of Salem, passed away in New Albany, on Saturday, January 3, 2026 at Rivercrest Senior Living. Mrs. Humphrey was born November 3, 1938 in Mitchell, Indiana the daughter of Herman and Margaret Stepp Freeman. She earned her Education Degree at Franklin College and she earned her Masters Degree from Indiana University. She was a retired elementary school teacher from West Washington. Mrs. Humphrey was a member of Mo

Mr. Richard "Rick" C. Jones, age 73, of Salem, passed away Friday, January 2 at his home. Mr. Jones was born September 14, 1952 in Peekskill, New York, the son of Sammie and Shirley Wilson Jones.

Rochelle Allen Nicholson of Wesley Chapel, Florida, passed away on December 21, 2025. She was born in Salem, Indiana, on January 25, 1936, to Beecham Allen and Margie Roll Allen.