Everyone is invited to attend a free viewing of Disney and Pixar's film "Elemental" on Friday, August 16, at 8 p.m. at Field 4 of the Salem Community Park. The park is located at 1104 E. Hackberry St., Salem.
The event will include free admission, free popcorn, a bounce
house, concessions provided by Salem Parks and Recreation, and much more.
The film is set in Element City, where residents who are elements of nature, Fire, Water, Land and Air, live together.
This Substance Free Alternative Event is sponsored by the Washington County Family YMCA and Salem Parks and Recreation Department.
Indiana Department of Transportation contractor Dave O'Mara Contractors is scheduled to close State Road 250 approximately one mile east of State Road 11 on or after Monday, August 12, to complete a small structure replacement project in Jackson County.
The closure will take place just east of Dudleytown between S.R. 11 and South County Road 825 East and is expected to be complete by mid-September, weather permitting. Crews will begin to place signage in the area prior to the start of construction. During the closure, motorists should use the official detour route which follows S.R 11 to U.S. 50 to I-65.
This project is part of a contract awarded to Dave O'Mara in January 2023. INDOT reminds drivers to slow down, use extra caution and avoid distractions when traveling in and near work zones. All work is weather-dependent and schedules are subject to change.
Officials plan to dedicate a bridge in Salem to the county’s veterans. The joint effort between Salem and county officials was discussed during the Tuesday, Aug. 6, meeting of the Washington County Board of Commissioners.
The bridge, located along South Main Street near KFC, is currently unnamed. Andrew Bush, the county’s Veteran’s service officer, suggested it be named the “Washington County Veterans Memorial Bridge.”
Officials plan to hold a ceremony on Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11. Although the dedication will take place near the bridge, the ceremony will be held in conjunction with the usual observance held at the downtown courthouse.
Commission President Phillip Marshall asked Salem Mayor Justin Green if he would have the city’s fire department wash the bridge so the curbs can be painted prior to the ceremony.
Bush also told commissioners that some veterans’ grave markers have been damaged by mowing equipment. The county provides a one-time payment of $100 for the markers. Bush asked if that could be changed to allow for the replacement of the damaged markers.
Commissioner Todd Ewen suggested that Bush raise the matter during the County Council’s budget hearings, which will be held later this month. Ewen said Bush could add a line item to his budget that could be used to replace damaged markers.
After awarding more than 160 scholarships worth $847,000 in student financial assistance last year, the Community Foundation of Southern Indiana (CFSI) is excited to announce the re-opening its scholarship program for the 2024-25 school year.
Beginning Monday, August 12, students throughout Clark, Floyd, and surrounding counties can begin applying for scholarships offered through the Community Foundation of Southern Indiana.
While many of these awards are available through local high schools and colleges, students may apply for specific scholarships directly through CFSI’s website – www.CFSouthernIndiana.com/scholarships – starting on Monday, August 12. The application portal will remain open until Monday, September 16.
“Scholarships established by our generous donors provide life-changing opportunities for students in Clark, Floyd, and surrounding counties each year,” said Linda Speed, President and CEO of the Community Foundation of Southern Indiana. “Our community has always believed in giving back, and we are thankful for those individuals, families, and businesses who have established scholarships that allow students to continue their education and pursue their future aspirations.”
The organization provides the structure and administrative oversight that allows people from across our community to establish scholarship funds that support their favorite college or university, as well as identify students who meet their own, unique criteria. Currently, the Foundation oversees 90 scholarships for students in Southern Indiana.
For questions about the CFSI scholarship program, please visit www.CFSouthernIndiana.com/scholarships – or contact Crystal Melcher, Vice President of Community Philanthropy, at (812) 948-4662 or
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