The SWAG (See What Ag. Gives) Team invites all Washington County farmers and agribusiness people to the 2024 Agriculture Hall of Fame program, dinner, and award presentation on Wednesday, June 19, in the livestock show arena at 5 p.m.
Farmers and agribusiness people that RSVP with the Purdue Extension – Washington County office at 812-883-4601, check-in with the SWAG table near the show arena, and attend the Ag. Hall of Fame award program will receive a meal and a coupon for a free ice cream from the Washington County 4-H Clover Creamery.
Participation is limited to the first 200 RSVP’s. The SWAG Team hopes many will join them to honor a deserving Agriculture Hall of Fame recipient, enjoy delicious food, and support youth during 4-H Recognition Night.
It is the policy of the Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service that all persons have equal opportunity and access to its educational programs, services, activities, and facilities without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran. Purdue University is an Affirmative Action institution.
By Jerry Curry, Staff Writer
It is summertime, and everyone is thinking about having fun in the water.
There are several choices in the in and near the Washington County area. Swimmers can choose lake or pool venues.
Lake swimming can be done at Delaney Park Lake, 8215 Delaney Park Rd., Scottsburg. There is a $5 fee to enter the park, but no fee to swim in the lake. Hours are 11 a.m.-9 p.m. or dusk, whichever is earliest. No lifeguards are present.
The second lake choice is Deam Lake, 1217 Deam Lake Rd., Borden. There is a fee of $7 to enter the park, and swimming is only allowed in the roped-off area of the beach. This lake has no lifeguards.
Another lake choice is available at Starve Hollow State Recreation Area, 4345 W. 275 W., Vallonia . Swimming is allowed from 9 a.m. to dusk. There are no lifeguards on duty. The cost to enter the park is $7 per car load for Indiana residents and $9 per car load for non-residents.In addition to swimming, Starve Hollow also offers a shower house, concessions, hiking, a playground, kayak and canoe rental and shelter houses for rent for parties and gatherings.
Indiana has a special discount available for all state recreation areas. An annual entrance permit may be purchased for $50. This allows the permit holder to enter any state park in the state with a car load of guests during the entire season.
The first choice for a pool swimming is the Brownstown Pool. They are open seven days a week. Last year they charged $4 for adults and $3.50 for ages 3 to 17. It located at 715 W. Bridge St., Brownstown. Hours are 12 noon-6 p.m.
Another pool is located at Spring Mill State Park, 3333 IN – 60E, Mitchell. The fee to enter is $7 a car, then to swim is $3 a person. The hours are Sunday 12 noon-6 p.m. and other days of 12-8 p.m.
Call before you go to make sure the pools are open.
The first opportuntiy for veterans to recieve assistance is coming up this Friday, May 31. The second opportunty is the following day, Saturday, June 1.
Purdue University Northwest is hosting an event for veterans to receive assistance getting the benefits they have earned. The event is being held May 31 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. as well as June 1 from 8 a.m.-noon.
For shorter wait times, those with scoal security numbers ending in 00-66 should attend May 31, and those ending in 67-99 should attend June 1.
You will have the opportunity to get help on siging up for VA healthcare, applying for VA education benefits, submitting a disablity claim, toxic exposure concerns, mental health support, and VA burial options.
Purdue University Northwest is located at: 2200 169th Street, Hammond IN, 46323.
The first opportuntiy for veterans to recieve assistance is coming up this Friday, May 31. The second opportunty is the following day, Saturday, June 1.
Purdue University Northwest is hosting an event for veterans to receive assistance getting the benefits they have earned. The event is being held May 31 from 8:00 AM-5:00 PM as well as June 1 from 8-noon.
For shorter wait times, those with scoal security numbers ending in 00-66 should attend May 31, and those ending in 67-99 should attend June 1.
You will have the opportunity to get help on siging up for VA healthcare, applying for VA education benefits, submitting a disablity claim, toxic exposure concerns, mental health support, and VA burial options.
Purdue University Northwest is located at: 2200 169th Street, Hammond IN, 46323.
Major General R. Dale Lyles, 59th Adjutant General of Indiana, was the featured speaker at the Memorial Day ceremony at Crown Hill Cemetery this past Monday.
Major General Lyles noted that over 1.1 million service members have died defending democracy and the United States of America.
He explained American service members put their lives on the line to engage and support democracy, which protects the prosperity, freedom and equality that American citizens enjoy.
He added that many countries are threatened by the American way of life, which views all citizens as having equal justice under the law and possessing unalienable rights. Countries embracing dictatorships and totalitarianism would not tolerate their citizens expecting the same freedoms.
By honoring our military men and women on special occasions as Memorial Day, our country honors and reminds citizens of the efforts and sacrifices service members endure to protect our democracy. It also instills gratitude for the freedom and advantages of our type of governance.
Lyles noted that the Preamble to the Constitution refers to “"We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union…” While our government is not “perfect,” this serves as a call for all citizens to continually strive to embrace and improve the democracy that is so vital and dear to all.
Lyles also noted that in Washington County, no one has done more than Gertrude Stephen, “a great American” who has constantly recognized and promoted the duty of local veterans.
Lyles is a Salem native. He has earned three educational degrees and has received dozens of decorations and badges for outstanding military service.
Many groups and individuals contributed to the ceremonies of the day.
Andrew Bush, Washington County Veterans Service Officer, greeted those in attendance and served as master of ceremonies.
Chaplain Delbert Ray began activities with a stirring heart-felt prayer.
The Salem High School Band provided music.
Boy Scout Troop 4029 presented and raised the flag prior to the Pledge of Allegiance.
American Legion Post 41 members served as color guard. Post 6636 members served as firing squad.
Ladies representing the American Legion, VFW and DAR placed wreaths in remembrance of deceased veterans.
John Quatroke read the names of approximately 50 county veterans who have died since Memorial Day 2023.
Two individuals played taps.
Following the Memorial Day ceremony, American Legion Post 41 hosted a meal for the public.
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