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A couple of years ago, Ellen and I took on a really cool project—we restored a historic home in our community. The Lanning House, built in 1873, was charming but in desperate need of some TLC.

The final phase of construction is underway for Ryder Johnson’s new home, a custom-built house designed to meet the needs of the five-year-old boy living with an ultra-rare genetic disorder known as Xq23 Deletion. The project, led by the nonprofit faith-based group Hope With A Hammer, has drawn continued support from local volunteers, churches, and donors since work first began last year.

The CAST Washington County program is proud to present "Rev Your Engines for Reading!" This CAST event will be filled with high-octane fun, unforgettable entertainment, and a strong dose of community connection, all in support of student reading initiatives.

Health officials are sounding the alarm after the Indiana Department of Health confirmed its first mosquito pools testing positive for West Nile Virus (WNV) significantly earlier than usual. While positive cases are typically seen in late summer or early fall, this year’s surveillance is showing signs of concern already in early July.

Patricia "Patti" Worman, age 71, of Pekin passed away Friday, July 4, 2025 at Norton Clark Hospital. Born February 27, 1954 in Louisville, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Lydell Hardesty and Ida (Bailey) Hardesty.

Raymond Levi Thompson, age 91, passed away on July 3, 2025 surrounded by family at Salem Crossing. He was born on July 3, 1934 to parents Chester and Florence (Bunch) Thompson.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Norma J. (Limp) Pugh, age 94, on July 2, 2025. Beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, she passed away peacefully at the Evansville Indiana Protestant Home.

On Saturday, July 5 at 12:48 pm, the Salem Fire and Police Departments were dispatched to 502 E Walnut St in regard to a vehicle fire. Upon Washington County Times’ arrival, what appeared to be a charred Nissan 300zx could be seen in the backyard of 502 E Walnut St surrounded by foam used by the Salem Fire Department to extinguish the flames. The Salem FD is not currently sure how the fire began.

Teena E. Balentine, age 67, of Pekin passed away Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at her residence. Born October 24, 1957 in Salem, she was the daughter of the llate Alva Lewis Roberts and Barbara (Easton) Vanover. On December 22, 1982, she married Randall Balentine.

Lynn Stewart Lasley, 77, of Salem, passed away May 15, 2025 at Meadow View Health and Rehab in Salem. He was born on July 12, 1947.

After months of controversy surrounding INDOT contracts, planning commission disputes, and the reversal of Hardinsburg’s 2022 dissolution, Tuesday’s meeting of the Washington County Board of Commissioners was quieter — though not without moments of discontent and a sobering financial update.

Two staff members from the office of Indiana Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith visited Salem City Hall on Wednesday, July 2, as part of a series of mobile office hours held across the state this week. The visit, according to a press release, was "part of his commitment to open government and direct engagement with constituents".