The Washington County Family YMCA is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. To mark the occasion, the Y is recognizing 25 of the people who helped build and sustain the organization over the past quarter century. Lovingly dubbed "YCons", the group includes founding leaders, longtime volunteers, staff members, and early supporters who played a role in establishing and growing the YMCA in Washington County. Some helped launch the effort in the early days, while others have spent years...

Submitted by Hughes-Taylor Funeral Home Justin A. Nicholson, age 45, of Salem, passed away Sunday, March 8, 2026 in Lake Placid, Florida. Born March 30, 1980 in Salem, he was the son of Christopher and Jennifer Nicholson and Jeannia Burnett and Thomas Lockard. Justin enjoyed spending time with his family and being outdoors. He especially loved hunting, fishing, working on cars, and was in the process of starting his own mechanic shop. Justin is survived by his wife, Joyce (Welch) Nicholson; 2...

Submitted by Weathers Funeral Home Thomas Elmer Moore Sr. age 91 of Clarksville, passed on to his rewards on March 12, 2026 in his home. Mr. Moore was born October 20, 1934 in Washington County, the son of Golden Moore Sr. and Margaret Nelson Moore. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, and a member of the American Legion he was a Borden Class of 1954 graduate. Mr. Moore was in the Army and retired from the US Navy in 1980. Mr. Moore is survived by his wife,...