Regional Opportunity Initiatives, Inc. (ROI) has launched the next round of Digital Towns grant funding, aimed at supporting programs that improve digital literacy and technology usage across the Indiana Uplands.
Grant amounts range from $5,000 to $50,000, with up to $75,000 available for projects that encompass a regional scope.
Help us spread the word to eligible organizations, including libraries, nonprofits, schools, main streets organizations, and others. Applications are due by September 13,
Funds such as the Holly Humphrey Scholarship Fund are supported by charitable donations from people in and outside of the community, and the Washington County Community Foundation (WCCF) is currently promoting a 3:1 monthly donation match for the various funds they support. Every dollar donated by monthly donors is tripled by the WCCF, and every dollar donated by non-monthly donors will be matched by $2 from the WCCF. There are many ways to donate, such as:
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Donate Online (click here)
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Mail to Washington County Community Foundation, PO Box 50, Salem, IN, 47167
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Donate Monthly with Automated Donations (click here)
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Other Ways to Donate
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Not only does the Washington County Community Foundation greatly appreciate any donations, but the community that it helps to support does as well. For more information, visit www.wccf.biz.
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We wanted to take a mintue to thank everyone for attending the festival despite the stormy weather. It's the dedication and support of wonderful people like you that make our festival a success, regardless of the challenges we face. Your willingness to brave the elements to join us speaks volume about your commitment and enthusiasm for our beloved tradition. We are incredibily grateful for your participation and for helping us create memorable experiences for our community! Thank you once again for your support and for being a part of our community.
Public comment is open to the Indiana Natural Resources Commission (NRC) regarding proposed changes to the state’s river otter trapping and deer hunting rules. Public comments can be submitted at IN.gov/nrc/rules/rulemaking-docket by locating the “Submit Comments Here” link in the Rulemaking Docket for the River Otter Trapping Rule and Deer Hunting Amendment Proposal. Comments can also be mailed to:
Natural Resources Commission
Indiana Government Center North
100 North Senate Ave., Room N103
Indianapolis, IN 46204
The deadline for submitting public comments is Aug. 23. Public hearings are also being held on Aug. 26 as follows:
River Otter Trapping Rule Changes: Aug. 26, 4:30-6 p.m. ET, Atterbury Fish & Wildlife Area, in-person and online
Deer Hunting Rule Changes: Aug. 26, 6-7:30 p.m. ET, Atterbury Fish & Wildlife Area, in-person and online
For more information on the proposed rule changes and the links to attend the online public hearings, visit our Rule & Regulation Changes webpage.
August is the perfect time to practice your shooting skills. Not only is it in the midst of the Paris 2024 Olympics, but it’s also National Shooting Sports Month. You can watch Olympic shooting sports on TV and join the fun at your local DNR shooting range.
Depending on the range you visit, you can practice archery, rifle, shotgun, handgun, trap, and skeet.
Watch our new shooting range video to view our facilities and find more information about DNR shooting ranges on our Public Shooting Ranges web page.
Regional Shooting Ranges:
Clark State Forest
2 Service Road
Henryville, IN 47126
812-294-4306
Rifle, shotgun, handgun
Monday and Thursday: Noon - sunset.
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday: Sunrise - sunset.
Sunday: Closed.
$5 a day, $25 for annual pass.
Crosley FWA
2010 S. State Highway 3
North Vernon, IN 47265
812-346-5596
Archery, rifle, handgun
Open: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET, Wednesday – Sunday Closed: Monday and Tuesday, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day Winter Hours for January and February Open: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET, Friday, Saturday, Sunday Closed: Monday – Thursday.
Archery Range: Open daily sunrise to sunset
Hardy Lake
5620 N. Hardy Lake Road
Scottsburg, IN 47170
812-794-3800
Archery
Daily: Sunrise - sunset.
Jackson-Washington State Forest
1278 East State Road 250
Brownstown, IN 47220
812-358-2160
Archery
Daily: Sunrise - Sunset.
Patoka Lake
3084 N. Dillard Road
Birdseye, IN 47513
812-338-5589
Archery
Daily: Sunrise - Sunset.
Basic range rules for all Division of Fish & Wildlife operated ranges:
This is not a comprehensive list of rules; please read and obey all rules posted at the range you visit.
• Eye and ear protection are required on all firearm ranges.
• All range users and visitors must wear a shirt and shoes (closed-toed shoes and a full T-shirt are suggested).
• Shoot only at paper targets placed on the provided target holders; clay targets are allowed on the shotgun range.
• Automatic fire and rapid fire (more than one shot per second) are prohibited.
• .50 caliber BMG or any firearm capable of delivering more than 9,000 ft/lbf (foot pounds of force) are prohibited.
• Holstered firearms are not allowed anywhere on the shooting range, except by on-duty uniformed law enforcement officers.
• Eating, drinking, and smoking are allowed only in the parking area.
• Range users must be at least eighteen years old or accompanied by someone who is at least 18 years old.
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YMCA Seeks Partners For Halloween Candy Trail
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Syria Christian Church Members Clean Up Paoli
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10th Annual Historical Cemetery Walk This Friday & Saturday
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Two Arrested For Drug Dealing Following Investigation
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CAST Offers Two Fund-Raising Events
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Campbellsburg Country Festival Baking Contest September 21st
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Campbellsburg Miss Country Girl Pageant On September 12th
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Choices Offers Free Resources & Healthcare
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Up to $100K in Grants Available from IDEM’s Community Recycling Grant Program
04 Sep 2024
Paul Humphrey Benefit Ride September 28th
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Beer On The Bricks September 28th
03 Sep 2024
Washington County Farmers Market Held Saturday Mornings
03 Sep 2024
Friday Night On The Square Will Be September 20th
03 Sep 2024
The Washington County Chamber of Commerce is hosting Friday Night on the Square on September 20th from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. around the Courthouse.
Attendees can expect shop booths, food trucks, and various activities to keep the whole family entertained. Come out to show support for the community!
Beck's Mill Artist Series Session On September 22nd
03 Sep 2024
Campbellsburg Country Festival Will Be September 20-21st
03 Sep 2024
The 2024 Campbellsburg Country Festival is celebrating its 30th year this year! Join fellow community members at the Community Building, located at 21 W Oak St, Campbellsburg, for entertainment, music, a parade, craft & commercial vendors, food, and more. This two-day festival begins September 20th and ends on the 21st.
Southern Indiana Junior Rodeo Association To Host 5th Junior Rodeo September 14th
03 Sep 2024
John Hay Center To Host Author's Fair September 7th
03 Sep 2024
"Baby Box" Available In Salem
03 Sep 2024
He's Unmasked! Scotty Spears Is Batman!
03 Sep 2024
Lisa Krussow's Mission Is To Promote Patriotism
03 Sep 2024
Needs Info For School Song Project
30 Aug 2024
CASI's Festi-Fall Is Oct. 18 In Jeffersonville
30 Aug 2024
Beck's Mill 5K Run/Walk Is September 14
29 Aug 2024
Venison Processing Workshops
29 Aug 2024
Beck's Mill's 216th Birthday Photos
27 Aug 2024
Money And Energy Saving Tips From Duke Energy
27 Aug 2024
Hoosiers Can Dial 2-1-1 To Find Local Cooling Centers This Week
26 Aug 2024
Bad Apple: Walmart Recalls Apple Juice Due To High Arsenic Levels
23 Aug 2024
Drugs On The Streets
23 Aug 2024
Indiana Chamber Water Study Reveals Strong Supply, Need for Future Planning
21 Aug 2024
August Is Child Support Awareness Month
21 Aug 2024
County Blood Drives For September
21 Aug 2024
Washington County Business Recognized by Governor Holcomb
20 Aug 2024
Robbie Henson Memorial Annual Golf Scramble
20 Aug 2024
Lincks To Give Out T-Shirts This Football Season
19 Aug 2024
Salem High School Turf Field Dedicated To Jim Ralston
19 Aug 2024
Ogle Center Announces 2024-25 Season
16 Aug 2024
Indiana Chamber Of Commerce To Hold Press Conference Regarding State Water Supply
16 Aug 2024
Up to $100K in Grants Available from IDEM’s Community Recycling Grant Program
16 Aug 2024
September Is Indiana Archaeology Month
16 Aug 2024
Historic Preservation Fund FY2025 Grant Applications
16 Aug 2024
Preserving Historic Places Conference 2024
16 Aug 2024
Hoosier Janitor "Cleans Up" On America's Got Talent
15 Aug 2024
Free Movie "Elemental" Rescheduled For Aug. 23
15 Aug 2024
DHPA Honors Historic Preservation And Archaeology Standouts
15 Aug 2024
County Supports Extensive Recycling Program
15 Aug 2024
Community Foundation of Southern Indiana Announces 3 New Board Of Directors Members
14 Aug 2024
Indigenous People Of Tribes Gathered At Fairgrounds
14 Aug 2024
Salem Man Arrested for Possession of Child Pornography
14 Aug 2024
Lincks Hosts "Educator Appreciation Night"
14 Aug 2024
Falls Of The Ohio State Park Hosts Digging The Past Event
14 Aug 2024
Livonia Fire & Rescue Yard Sale This Saturday
14 Aug 2024
Salem Speedway Releases Joe James/Pat O’Connor Memorial Event Logo
14 Aug 2024
Three Vehicle Crash With Minor Injuries
14 Aug 2024
INDOT Closure Planned On State Road 250 East
13 Aug 2024
Bridge Dedication For Veterans: Effort Underway
13 Aug 2024
Community Foundation Of Southern Indiana Scholarship Applications Now Available
12 Aug 2024
County Unemployment Rate is 4.1%
09 Aug 2024
The Washington County Economic Growth Partnership announced this week that the unemployment rate in the county is 4.1%, as of June.
For additional information, visit https://fred.stlouisfed.org/series/INWSURN#
Over $41,500 Raised Locally For Children's Miracle Network
09 Aug 2024
Indiana To Expand Program For Expectant, New Mothers With Substance-Use Disorders
09 Aug 2024
Falls Of The Ohio Foundation To Host Michael Cleveland & Others For Benefit Concert
08 Aug 2024
Indigenous People Of Tribes Gathering
08 Aug 2024
INDOT To Begin Bridge Projects In Washington County
07 Aug 2024
County Blood Drives For August
07 Aug 2024
Judge Medlock Orders D. Anderson To Psychiatric Facility
07 Aug 2024
Fast Pace Health Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
07 Aug 2024
Plane Lands In Soybean Field
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Washington County Sheriff's Department Hosts Drive-Thru Drug Drop
06 Aug 2024
WCCF To Match Grant Donations 3:1
05 Aug 2024
CAST Seeks Sponsors For Fund-Raiser
05 Aug 2024
Please Submit Survey On Pekin July 4th Celebration
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$2 Million Provided To Indiana Food Banks Through State Department of Agriculture
05 Aug 2024
Digital Towns 2.0 Grant Applications Due Sept. 13
02 Aug 2024
Public Comments And Public Hearings On Proposed Rule Changes
01 Aug 2024
It’s Natural: Learn About Summer Fish Die-Offs
01 Aug 2024
Celebrate National Shooting Sports Month: Visit A Shooting Range Near You
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DNR Restricts Moving Live Wild Deer From Chronic Wasting Disease Positive Areas
01 Aug 2024
Salem Man Arrested For Impersonating A Public Servant
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Beck’s Mill 5K Run/Walk Grind XI Anderson-Goode Memorial Race Is Sept. 14
01 Aug 2024
Submit Your Observations To The 2024 Turkey Brood Count Through Aug. 1
31 Jul 2024
IN Dept. of Agriculture Features At State Fair
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Temple & Temple Donates To YMCA Building Campaign
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Homestretch Gives Students The Support They Need
30 Jul 2024
First Harrison Bank Pledges $50,000 to YMCA's Beth Armstrong- Y For All Capital Campaign
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State Fire Marshall's Message To Fire Fighters/EMS
25 Jul 2024
WCCF Awards $2,500 To Junior Achievement
25 Jul 2024
Vehicle Pursuit Sends Three To Area Hospital And One To Jail
25 Jul 2024
Timber Cleghorn Gives Personal History And Experiences Appearing On "Alone"
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Permit Numbers Up 23% In 2024 For Indiana
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Hardinsburg Man Charged With Child Molestation And Related Crimes
22 Jul 2024
Delaney Creek Park Traffic Creates Frustration, Record Profit
22 Jul 2024
“The Wizard of Oz” Comes to Washington County
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IDHS Requesting Volunteers To Participate In PFAS Testing Pilot Program
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Plans Revealed For Monon South Trail
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Free Family Movie Night Planned Aug. 2
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NLRB Overrules Metal Powder Products' Election Objections, Affirming Workers' Union Victory
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Operation Back To School Helps Veteran Families
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Conservation Record Broken By Hoosier Farmers And Landowners For Third Year In A Row
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Free Movie Night This Friday At Community Park
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Indiana Parks Alliance (IPA) Grants Benefit State Parks
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