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Submitted by Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home Brandon Goodhue, age 35, of Pekin, passed away Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Schneck Medical Center. Born April 11, 1991, he was the son of David Goodhue and Denise Saling. Brandon was a machine leader at MPP; member of the Army National Guard; member of Graceland Baptist Church; and lifetime member of the NRA. He is survived by his parents: David Goodhue, Denise Saling, and Tom Schocke (Shelley); wife: Anissa Goodhue; 5 children: Al

Submitted by Naville & Seabrook Funeral Home Desiree Lane Freiberger, 26, of Salem, Indiana, passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2026, in Vallonia, Indiana. She was born in Columbus, Indiana on March 25, 2000. Desiree attended Floyd Central High School, in Floyds Knobs, Indiana. She enjoyed her time working as a secretary in the healthcare industry and retail, singing, creating digital content, hiking and fishing with her children, and attending services at Graceland Churc

This past weekend, the Campbellsburg Country Festival was in full swing! We had the pleasure of speaking with one of the organizers, Whitley Clements, about many of the events, along with the very popular parade.

This past Friday, September 11, CASA Of Washington County Indiana held their annual fundraiser dinner at Cornerstone Chapel & Celebration Center. This year's theme was a masquerade titled "A Night in Black & White: Behind the Mask."

Submitted by Dawalt Funeral Home Erma Jean Di Carlo, age 83 of Greenwood, Indiana passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at 7:26 pm, in Norton Hospital Louisville, Kentucky. Born November 23, 1942, in Salem, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Erman Hopkins and Mildred C. (Marcum) Hopkins. In 1960, she graduated from Eastern High School in Pekin and in 1971 she married Joseph George Di Carlo, who passed away 2023. Erma loved her garden and flowers while watching the

This year, the Cemetery Walk is open one night only beginning at 7:00 pm and ending at 11:00 pm, with the last tour departing at that time. Put on by the Washington County Theatre, this annual event combines history with fun as local actors bring historical characters to life with the stories of their lives.

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Teresa Rickard, age 66 of Pekin, passed away Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Jewish Hospital. Born November 13, 1959, she was the daughter of Steven and Christine Graves. Surviving to cherish her memory is her son, Joseph Ruckman (Jessica) of Pekin; four daughters, Cloresa Ruckman of Pekin, Megan Ruckman of Pekin, Claudia Lee (Bobby) of Pekin and Amelia Mollet (Dustin) of Pekin; sister, Sharon Graves of Pekin and great grandchildren, Jade B

Two people were killed Saturday afternoon in a three-vehicle crash near Vallonia. The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department responded to the crash at approximately 2:14 p.m. Sept. 12 in the 2600 block of S. State Road 135.

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Delores "Judy" Louise Sparkman, age 95 of Salem, passed away peacefully, Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Schneck Medical Center surrounded by family. Ms. Sparkman was born March 10, 1931 in Washington County, Indiana, the daughter of Shelby and Vangie Neff. She was a Salem High School Graduate. Later, she retired from BF Goodrich after 22 years. She loved quilting, reading, puzzles and mushroom hunting and especially loved spending time with

The 3rd Annual Benefit Ride in Memory of Bryce Gerlach will take place October 3, 2026, starting at Cornerstone Chapel & Celebration Center, 1500 Rc Morris Dr, Salem. Side-by-sides, Jeeps, and bikes are invited to join, and there will be a silent auction, a 50/50 raffle, poker run, door prize, and catering from B&B.

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Steven Kent Voyles, age 74 of Borden, passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2026 at U of L Hospital. Mr. Voyles was born March 1, 1952 in Salem, IN, the son of Norman G. Voyles and Bonnie J. Voyles. He was retired from Ford Motor Company. Mr. Voyles was a member of the Salem VFW, Masonic Lodge Sellersburg and Eagles Club of Jeffersonville. Mr. Voyles is survived by his wife, Lillian Fay Voyles. He is also survived by his sons, Anthony Voyles

Democratic challenger Brock Dawson discusses his priorities for criminal prosecution, including tougher prosecution of violent and repeat offenders, expanded treatment and rehabilitation opportunities for low-level drug offenders, stronger relationships between prosecutors and law enforcement, and greater support for crime victims. He also addresses the decline in criminal cases filed in Washington County and his approach to plea agreements and trials.