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2025 Senior Spotlight: Iris Zinser

Iris will be attending Franklin College to study Wildlife Biology and Conservation and play for the women’s soccer team.

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Obituary: John Mead

John W. Mead, age 79, of Salem, passed away Sunday, April 20, 2025. Born September 8, 1945 in Carmel California, he was the son of the late Willis Chenoweth Mead and Helen Genevieve (Kiefer) Mead.

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Obituary: Walter Raleigh Deaton

Walter Raleigh Deaton, 81, of Little York, Indiana passed away April 23, 2025, at home with his loving family by his side. He was born in Breathitt County, Kentucky on November 13, 1943, to John Logan and Beulah Deaton Deaton. He came to Jackson County at the age of 10 and has lived here since. He graduated from Salem High School in Salem and married Veva Sue Greathouse on July 29, 1962.

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Obituary: Steven Michael Dunlevy

Steven Michael Dunlevy, age 67, of Borden, passed away on April 23, 2025 at his residence. He was born on July 20, 1957 in Jeffersonville, Indiana. Steven was a safety inspector for Semper Tek. He was a Christian in faith, and an avid Nascar fan.

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Obituary: Gary K. Coffey

Gary K. Coffey, a cherished family man and dedicated community member, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2025 at the age of 80. Born on February 22, 1945 in Scottsburg, Indiana, Gary lived a life rich in love, laughter and service to others. He believed in making the world a better place and he practiced what he preached in many ways.

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Cross Across the County Traveled Nearly 18 Miles on Good Friday

April 18 marked Good Friday, known as the commemoration of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Taking part in a Washington County tradition leading up to Easter Sunday, community members joined together to participate in the 14th annual “Cross Across the County” walk.

Apr 203 min read

BSE Students Compete and Win in the Federal Duck Stamp Art Contest

Submitted by Monika Spaulding. Bradie Shrum Elementary competed in the Federal Duck Stamp Art Contest and had multiple winners. Mrs. Roberts is thrilled to have so many outstanding artists at BSE!

Apr 171 min read

Reminder of Kays Chapel Cemetery's Policies

Submitted by Denzil Nesmith. Kays Chapel Cemetery would like to remind those with loved ones buried in the cemetery of the cemetery policies. No planting of trees, shrubs or flowers on graves...

Apr 161 min read

Puttin’ On The Ritz Dance Recital Returns to Salem Middle School

Mark your calendars for a night of music, movement, and memories as Puttin’ On The Ritz School of Dance presents its annual Salem recital on Friday, May 16 at 6:30 p.m. at Salem Middle School. The event is free to the public, and instructors Robin Oaks and Heather Nale are hoping to fill every seat.

Apr 152 min read

2025 Senior Spotlight: Elle Strother

Elle is a senior at West Washington Jr-Sr High School. She is active in theater, BPA, and community theater. Over the years she has appeared in many school and community productions, including The Addams Family Musical, Alice in Wonderland, Beauty and the Beast, Annie, 12 Angry Jurors, Fools, Christmas Belles, Godspell, and most recently West Washington Drama's The Little Mermaid, where she dazzled as the evil sea witch Ursula.

Apr 141 min read

Obituary: Merdie Dotson

Merdie Dotson was born October 4, 1928 in Cromona, Kentucky, He was the son of Dewey A. Dotson and Bridgett (Gibson) Dotson.

Apr 142 min read

Obituary: Jewell C. Sweeney

Jewell C. (Jackson) Sweeney, a longtime resident of Salem, Indiana, passed away on April 12, 2025. She was 90 years old. She was the daughter of Sherman and Frowe (Duke) Jackson of Bedford, Indiana, and was preceded in death by her husband, David L. Sweeney, whom she married on January 1, 1955.

Apr 142 min read