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11
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Nov
12
Pesticide Applicator Programs
Nov
12
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Nov
12
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12
Washington County Tourism Commission Board Meeting

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All County 4-H Meeting

All 4-H members in Washington County are invited to attend the FIRST EVER all county 4-H meeting!

March 13 at 6:00 PM

West Washington Elementary School Cafeteria

Meeting Highlights will be, 4-H Educator Taylor Chastain will present a hands-on STEM activity at the meeting and go over the 2023-2024 4-H handbooks. 

Snacks and drinks will also be provided

News

Where You Can Find Meals On Thanksgiving

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Nov

Where You Can Find Meals On Thanksgiving

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08 Nov 2024

By Jerry Curry, Staff Writer If making your own Thanksgiving meal or getting an invite is not on the horizon this year, you may want to plan ahead. In a survey of 23 local restaurants and pizza eateries, only three indicated they will be open for business. McDonalds (601 S. Main St.) indicated a shortened schedule. Opening at 5 a.m. and closing at 11 a.m., they will then reopen at 4 p.m. A spokesperson at Dairy Queen (604 S. Main St.) ...
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Honoring Veterans

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Nov

Honoring Veterans

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08 Nov 2024

  David J. Adkins United States Air Force Served: January 1961 - 1965 ...
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Washington County Burn Ban Lifted

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06

Nov

Washington County Burn Ban Lifted

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06 Nov 2024

According to the Washington County Sheriff's Department, the county-wide burn ban issued on October 21 has now been lifted!

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Align Southern Indiana Announces Completion Of Regional Trails Master Plan

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06

Nov

Align Southern Indiana Announces Completion Of Regional Trails Master Plan

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06 Nov 2024

  Align Southern Indiana, in collaboration with the Our Southern Indiana Regional Development Authority, is proud to announce the completion of the Regional Trails Master Plan. The plan, which aims to create a comprehensive trail system connecting six counties – Clark, Floyd, Harrison, Jefferson, Scott, and Washington – was funded through the state’s Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI), as well as gra ...
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Bryce Gerlach Benefit Ride Nov. 9

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Nov

Bryce Gerlach Benefit Ride Nov. 9

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05 Nov 2024

A benefit ride will be held in memory of Bryce Gerlach on November 9. Bryce was a student at Corydon Central High School who was tragically shot and killed at a Harvest Homecoming festival on October 12 while shielding his friends. Two suspects have since been detained with one of the suspects having a "direct connection" to the case according to New Albany Police Chief Todd Bailey. However, the names of the suspects have yet to be rele ...
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Education News

West Washington Students Honored By College Board National Recognition Program

05

Nov

West Washington Students Honored By College Board National Recognition Program

05 Nov 2024

Students from West Washington High School have been awarded the College Board National Recognition Rural and Small Town Award. This annual award recognizes top-performing high school students who belong to communities that have historically been underrepresented on college campuses. Congratulations to Ava Woods, Leauna Springer, Paige Wofford, Cal ...
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West Washington Star Student November 1

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Nov

West Washington Star Student November 1

01 Nov 2024

 

Congratulations to West Washington's most recent Star Student, Ella Chambers! Keep up the good work!

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Nominate Local Indiana Teachers for Top Agricultural Educator Award

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Nov

Nominate Local Indiana Teachers for Top Agricultural Educator Award

01 Nov 2024

  INDIANAPOLIS (Nov. 1, 2024) — Agriculture educators play a crucial role within their communities by investing countless hours to prepare and empower students for successful careers in the industry. In recognition of their invaluable contributions and to offer additional resources for their programs, Nationwide introduced the Golden Ow ...
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Business News

Business Newsletter From IN Secretary Of State

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Business Newsletter From IN Secretary Of State

29 Oct 2024

  Happy Fall, Hoosiers! I’m proud to report that we have now delivered approximately $3 million in election improvement grants to 90 Indiana counties! These funds will help local officials run safe and secure elections during this busy election season. The Secretary of State’s office operate ...
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Indiana Destination Development Corporation Announces Destination Development And Placemaking Grants

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Oct

Indiana Destination Development Corporation Announces Destination Development And Placemaking Grants

18 Oct 2024

  The Indiana Destination Development Corporation (IDDC) announced the opening of two grants – the Indiana Destination Development Grant and IN Indiana Placemaking Activation Grant. “These initiatives offer a fantastic opportunity for us to partner with local communities to enhance our state in meaningful ways,” said Lt. Gov. ...
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Apply For Grants From Indiana Grown

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Oct

Apply For Grants From Indiana Grown

17 Oct 2024

     Indiana Grown announced today $25,000 in grant funding for Indiana Grown members who are interested in exhibiting at tradeshows. Grants will be awarded to businesses with commercially ready products who want to expand.Tradeshows offer vital exposure to unique customers and business-to-business clients, but bar ...
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Sports News

Salem Lions Football Loses 30-16 Against Tell City

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Nov

Salem Lions Football Loses 30-16 Against Tell City

04 Nov 2024

By Josh Lewis, Writer The Salem football season came to an end on Friday night in the sectional semi-finals. The Lions made the long trip to Tell City to take on the Marksmen, and although the Lions battled, they just couldn’t come up with key plays when they needed them, and three turnovers made it an uphill climb as they fell 30-16. Salem went ...
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DNR Offers Information On Deer Season, Licenses, Public Hunts

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Nov

DNR Offers Information On Deer Season, Licenses, Public Hunts

01 Nov 2024

By Indiana Department of Natural Resources   Hunting for information about hunting?  Search no more. For questions about equipment, regulations, or which license you need, use the Deer Hotline by calling 812-334-3795 or emailing indeerhotline@dnr.IN.gov.For questions related to the CheckIN Game system, your online license syst ...
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Salem Lions Football Wins Opening Round Of Sectionals

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Salem Lions Football Wins Opening Round Of Sectionals

28 Oct 2024

By Josh Lewis, Writer It’s hard to ask much more of the Lions football team than the performance they delivered in the opening round of sectional play. Salem scored early and often as they throttled visiting Clarksville for a 67-16 win over the Generals to keep their season alive into the sectional semi-finals. Salem Head Coach Brian Glesing said ...
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Government News

Rokita Delivers Another Blow To Big Pharma, Announces $49.1 Million National Settlement To Resolve Price-Fixing Allegations Involving Generic Drugs

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Nov

Rokita Delivers Another Blow To Big Pharma, Announces $49.1 Million National Settlement To Resolve Price-Fixing Allegations Involving Generic Drugs

04 Nov 2024

  If you bought certain generic prescription drugs in the US from 2010 to 2018, you could be eligible for money  Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita, as part of a coalition of 46 states and four territories, has secured $49.1 million in settlements to resolve allegations that two companies engaged in widespread, lo ...
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Consumers Beware Of Fraudulent Taylor Swift Tickets

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Oct

Consumers Beware Of Fraudulent Taylor Swift Tickets

30 Oct 2024

  With Taylor Swift coming to Indianapolis this weekend, Attorney General Todd Rokita is reminding Swifties that scammers know “All Too Well” how to take advantage of fans and concertgoers.  “I know Hoosiers look forward to seeing their favorite artists in concert, especially someone as big as Taylor Swift,” Attorney General Rokita said ...
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Investigation: Is Seymour A Sanctuary City?

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Investigation: Is Seymour A Sanctuary City?

28 Oct 2024

  Amid ongoing concerns from community members and elected officials, Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita has issued civil investigative demands (CID) to the Seymour and South Bend police departments seeking information on whether their immigration policies comply with state law.  “We are working to ensure units of local government are ...
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Lifestyle News

Free Bingo Night At C-burg Nov. 8, Seeking Sponsors

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Nov

Free Bingo Night At C-burg Nov. 8, Seeking Sponsors

04 Nov 2024

  The Washington County Family YMCA Prevention Team will be hosting a FREE Bingo night on Friday, Nov. 8, 6-8 p.m., at the Cambellsburg Community Building, 125 S. Sycamore St.  Many non-cash prizes will be awarded to bingo winners.   This will be a Substance-Free Alternative Event for the community. The YMCA offers Substance Free ...
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This Week In Indiana History, Nov. 3-9

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This Week In Indiana History, Nov. 3-9

01 Nov 2024

    November 3, 1868 Schuyler Colfax of New Carlisle, IN, is elected Vice-President under Ulysses S. Grant. November 4, 1884 Former Indiana Governor Thomas Hendricks is elected Vice-President under Grover Cleveland.   N ...
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Operation Holiday Program For Veterans

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Nov

Operation Holiday Program For Veterans

01 Nov 2024

  November 1 - December 13 The Military Family Relief Fund's "Operation Holiday Program" is designed to assist veterans and their families who are experiencing financial hardship.   This special program can assist with essential holiday expenses for dependent children that reside in the veteran’s home and a holiday meal for qualified ...
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Latest Washington County Mugshots

The following individuals were arrested recently by local law enforcement agencies.
Those listed, in most cases, are just facing charges at this point and are considered innocent of those charges unless
and until proven guilty in a court of law. Charges may be dropped or lessened.

The most recent mugshots are posted every day, Mondays through Fridays.
Mondays’ postings will include arrests that occurred over the weekend.  
Mugshots are collected from local law enforcement agencies and are public records.

 

Terry N. Wigley
Cory M. Hall
Jackie R. Carpenter
Joseph W. Chastain

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