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The Humane Society of Washington County is launching a spring flower fundraiser, offering locally grown geraniums and hanging baskets ahead of Mother’s Day. Orders are open through April 15, with pickup scheduled for May 2 at 1 p.m. at the Salem Animal Shelter. The sale is designed to provide supporters with seasonal plants while generating funding for the organization’s ongoing animal welfare efforts. Flowers are being sourced from Fulkerson Farms, a local grower. Organizers

A Community Posting by the Washington County Family YMCA WASHINGTON COUNTY, IN - The Washington County Family YMCA is hosting the Y’s annual Healthy Kids Day® on April 18, 2026 beginning at 9:00 A.M., located at 1709 North Shelby Street, Salem, IN 47167. This free, annual event features a variety of family-friendly activities to encourage healthy kids, healthy families and a healthy start to the summer season. This year’s event will be especially meaningful as the YMCA celebr

The John Hay Center will host a special historical presentation later this month exploring the region’s deep ties to distilling and the era of Prohibition. On Saturday, March 21 at 1 p.m., local historian and master distiller Alan Bishop will present “Hoosiers & Their Hooch” at the Stevens Memorial Museum in Salem. Bishop, who serves as master distiller at Old Homestead Distillery near Patoka Lake, will discuss the history of distilling in Southern Indiana and how the region’

The “World’s Largest Cover Band” returns to the stage this spring as the “Bohemian Supper Club Orchestra” makes its 20th appearance April 11 at the Trueblood Performing Arts Center in Salem.

Submitted by Washington County Emergency Management Governor Mike Braun has proclaimed March 8-14, 2026, to be Severe Weather Preparedness Week in the State of Indiana. The National Weather Service, in conjunction with the Indiana State Police, the Indiana Department of Homeland Security, Local Emergency Management Agencies, the Indiana Department of Education, the Indiana Broadcasters Association, the American Red Cross, and Amateur Radio Operators will conduct a statewide t

Awareness Washington County is hosting their annual Chili Cookoff once again! The cookoff will take place at Southern Hills Church from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

Submitted by the Washington County Community Foundation Washington County Community Foundation invites residents to share their thoughts in a brief online survey designed to help guide future decisions and better serve our community. The survey takes about five minutes to complete, and every response will make a meaningful difference. Whether you have lived here your whole life or are newer to the area, your perspective is important. We genuinely want to hear from you. As a t

Submitted by the Washington County Community Foundation The Donors to the Washington County Community Foundation have opened their Spring Grant Cycle. Funds for the $100,000 grant cycle are made possible through generous donors and the Foundation’s Touch Tomorrow Funds. Grant applications for the spring grant cycle are available by calling the WCCF office or clicking HERE to download an application. The application deadline will be 3:30pm, April 4, 2026. For more information

Submitted by the Washington County Community Foundation Students across Washington County are benefiting from a wide range of innovative learning experiences made possible by generous donors and school employees who believe in investing in the future of local children. At West Washington Schools , the legacy of Paul and June Everitt continues to make a difference through grants awarded to teachers for collaborative and hands-on projects. Even years after their passing, the Ev

Submitted by the Washington County Community Foundation The Washington County Community Foundation will be accepting applications for the Jinny Scifres Scholarship. The scholarship is for any individual planning to attend a post-secondary accredited institution in the 2026-2027 school year and plans to pursue studies in the medical field. The number and dollar amount of scholarships will be determined by the committee. Preference may be given to non-traditional nursing studen

This week marks the 125th anniversary of the founding of Tri Kappa. Our local Salem chapter, Beta Tau, is celebrating the milestone anniversary by filling Blessing Boxes around our community with shelf-stable food.

A Community Posting by Sara Day David Day, instructor for the Indiana Hunters Ed Association, will be conducting a Hunter’s Education Class. This class is recommended for anyone age 9 or older. Anyone 12 and under must have a parent or guardian attend with them. Classes will be held on Saturday, February 28nd and March 7th, from 1-6 p.m. Participants must attend both classes for completion. They will be held in the Washington County Government building located at 806 Martinsb

A Community Posting from the Washington County Family YMCA Washington County, IN — The Washington County Family YMCA Preschool Program is excited to announce upcoming registration dates for the 2026-2027 preschool year. Member Registration opens on February 23, at the YMCA front desk, followed by Community Registration opening on March 14 at 9:00 AM in the YMCA lobby. Thanks to recent grant funding from Early Learning Indiana, shared with the Washington County Family YMCA Pre

On February 6, the First Baptist Church of Salem presented a $673.40 check to Connie Ray from a local organization called, “Outside the Walls.” The money for the check was collected on Christmas Eve during the Christmas Cantata concert at First Baptist Church.

WASHINGTON COUNTY Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) 1/28/2026 Reference: Legal Notice The Washington County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) will hold its meetings for the year 2026 at 5:00pm at the Salem Fire Department meeting room, located at 38 Public Square #5, Salem, Indiana, on the following dates: Tuesday, February 10th, 2026, Tuesday, May 12th, 2026, Tuesday, August 11th, 2026 and Tuesday, November 10th 2026, and at such other times as shall be only

Members of our community are coming together this Valentine’s Day in support of 6 year-old Leerah Gilbert, who is currently battling Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia. Dineshia Wheeler and other family-friends of the Gilbert family are putting on a fundraiser called “Giving Love to Leerah” at the American Legion Salem Post 41 on February 14 at 11:00 am.

A Community Posting by Raegan Zweydorff    Parents of second grade through fourth grade students at East Washington Elementary and second grade through fifth grade students Bradie Shrum Elementary might see something new in their child’s backpack. The Washington County Youth Foundation has launched their annual “Minis for Pennies” fundraiser. According to Raegan Zweydorff, Youth Foundation Facilitator, “This fundraiser is crucial in funding the Happily Ever After Program as w

The Maple Syrup Festival is approaching once again! This year, it will be on February 28 and March 1, and March 7 and 8 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. This year will feature attractions for all to enjoy!

The Washington County Theatre plans to present The Giver later this year in April, and they will be holding auditions early next week on February 2 and 3 at 7:00 pm at the Salem Church of the Nazarene.

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