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Charli Domestic Shorthair 1 year old Tabby/White Female We are currently open by appointme ...
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Solo Domestic Shorthair Black/White 8 weeks old/Male Super social and cute!

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Wednesday Evening Pursuit Leads To Scottsburg Man's Arrest

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Wednesday Evening Pursuit Leads To Scottsburg Man's Arrest

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24 Oct 2024

According to the Indiana State Police, around 9:20 p.m., Sergeant Tracy Spencer was patrolling State Road 56 near US Highway 31 when he observed a motorcycle traveling west on SR56 doing a wheelie. After the motorcycle’s front wheel was back on the ground and had driven past Sergeant Spencer, he turned around behind the vehicle and attempted to conduct a traffic stop on the motorcycle. The motorcycle accelerated by another motorist befo ...

Van Rolls Over On E Borden Rd

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Van Rolls Over On E Borden Rd

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24 Oct 2024

A 2022 Kroger delivery van rolled over after driving off the road on Tuesday, October 22. The driver, Steven Williams from Conway, Arkansas, reportedly fell asleep at the wheel while driving along 5930 E Borden Rd. Witnesses say the van began to veer to the left of the center line and drifted off the left side causing the rollover. Williams was transported to St. Vincent Hospital due to complaints of head pain. Washington Coun ...

Fatal Crash Near Becks Mill Road

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Fatal Crash Near Becks Mill Road

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21 Oct 2024

An Indianapolis woman was killed, and another man severely injured after being struck by a vehicle while riding their motorcycle late Saturday afternoon. According to the Indiana State Police (ISP), the Washington County Sheriff’s Department requested assistance from ISP with a fatal crash that occurred on US 150 between Becks Mill Road and High Street in Fredericksburg shortly after seven Saturday evening. Trooper Ben Davis with ...

Looking for the Perfect Season Pass? Save $45 Thru 10/31!

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Looking for the Perfect Season Pass? Save $45 Thru 10/31!

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21 Oct 2024

Remembering Our Veterans' Service & Sacrifice

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Remembering Our Veterans' Service & Sacrifice

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18 Oct 2024

In memory of many and in honor of all, we proudly salute our nation's veterans this Veterans Day. If you would like to honor a veteran on our website, please send us their name, picture, rank, years of service and if they were in a conflict. You can start sending them on October 18th and the deadline is November 1st. We will have them on our website November 8th. You can send your information by mail (P.O. Box 506, Salem ...

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Bradie Shrum Elementary Fall Festival Oct. 29

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Bradie Shrum Elementary Fall Festival Oct. 29

25 Oct 2024

By Cynthia Elliott, Student Writer Bradie Shrum Elementary is getting into the fall spirit with plans for a Fall Festival on Tuesday, October 29, from 6-7:30 p.m. The event will be hosted by Title 1 as a Title 1 Family Involvement Activity. The festival will involve games, treats, a dance party, art projects, a scavenger hunt, a cookie walk, phot ...

Bradie Shrum Elementary Veteran's Day Program Nov 11

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Bradie Shrum Elementary Veteran's Day Program Nov 11

25 Oct 2024

By Monika Spaulding, Writer The fifth grade students at Bradie Shrum Elementary School will present a Veterans Day program, “The Brave” on Monday, November 11 at 9 a.m. in the school’s multi-purpose room. The program will include patriotic music, inspirational messages from students, and a slideshow containing photos of veterans related to student ...

Students Learn The Importance Of The Election Process

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Students Learn The Importance Of The Election Process

23 Oct 2024

By Monika Spaulding, Writer Hoping to better educate students on how the government works in the United States of America, the state of Indiana is requiring schools to go over the election process and the importance of a democratic society leading up to the November 5 general election. As part of the process, the history/social studies department ...

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Indiana Destination Development Corporation Announces Destination Development And Placemaking Grants

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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. ...

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 ...

Compose Your Way To $10K In Indiana For Jingle Submissions

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Oct

Compose Your Way To $10K In Indiana For Jingle Submissions

09 Oct 2024

Compose your way to $10k IN Indiana. The Indiana Destination Development Foundation (IDDF) and Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch invite musicians to capture the fun and excitement of our state in the form of a musical jingle and win $10,000. "Indiana is a state full of creativity, and we are thrilled to invite musicians to showcase t ...

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Progress Made On Salem High School Tennis Courts

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Progress Made On Salem High School Tennis Courts

24 Oct 2024

By Jerry Curry, Staff Writer The concrete has been poured for the new tennis courts at Salem High School. The five asphalt surfaces have been replaced with post tension concrete which adds structural integrity to the court. This keeps pressure on the concrete with cables running beneath the surface in order to eliminate cracking, and therefore req ...

WW Football Prepares For Sectionals

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WW Football Prepares For Sectionals

24 Oct 2024

By Sammy Nance-Murphy On Friday, October 18 West Washington (WW) faced county rival Salem. WW lost and the final score was 34-7. This week the team is preparing for sectional play. The team will continue their regular practice schedule this week. “We believe it is important to stay consistent with our practice time and routine unless there is an ...

Salem Cross Country Team Competes In IHSAA Sectionals

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Salem Cross Country Team Competes In IHSAA Sectionals

22 Oct 2024

The Salem High School Cross Country team competed at their sectional event this past weekend at Bedford North Lawrence. Placing 15th overall, junior Rafe Wells (middle) had a time of 17:08. He, along with sophomore Aaron Dougherty (left) and freshman Abby Stephenson (right) will go on to compete in the IHSAA Regional event this weekend in Evansvil ...

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IN Sen. Chris Garten: Be Prepared When You Vote

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IN Sen. Chris Garten: Be Prepared When You Vote

21 Oct 2024

The following information is provided by Indiana State Senator for District 45 Chris Garten. He is the Majority Floor Leader in the state senate. He has served Clark County and portions of Floyd Co. since 2018. With early voting starting in Indiana and Election Day just a few weeks away, it is important Hoosiers are prepared ...

County Supports $4.7 Million Broadband Extension

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County Supports $4.7 Million Broadband Extension

21 Oct 2024

By Becky Killian, Staff Writer The Washington County Board of Commissioners has handled the following business during recent meetings:APPROVED: The county will provide a letter of support to Mainstream, which will use the letter as part of a grant application to the state for funds to extend broadband services to underserved parts of the c ...

City Officials Approve Holiday Parades

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Oct

City Officials Approve Holiday Parades

21 Oct 2024

By Becky Killian, Staff Writer The Salem Board of Works and Public Safety and Common Council met Tuesday, Oct. 15, and handled the following business:APPROVED: The Halloween Parade at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26; the Veterans Day Parade at 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9; and the Christmas Parade at 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21. APPROVED: The city ...

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Autumn Safe Driving Tips

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Autumn Safe Driving Tips

17 Oct 2024

By Sgt. Carey Huls, Public Information Officer, Indiana State Police Sellersburg District Halloween, pumpkin spice, football...Fall is upon us. But costume parties and football rivalries are not the only things for which we need to prepare. Falling leaves and colder temperatures are making their appearance as well. With these changes come ...

Moose Lodge Hosting Trunk-Or-Treat Oct. 31

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Moose Lodge Hosting Trunk-Or-Treat Oct. 31

17 Oct 2024

The Salem Moose Lodge is hosting a Trunk-or-Treat on Thursday, Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.

The lodge is located at 1004 Webb Street, Salem.

The public is invited.

Wash. Co. Special Olympics Spooktacular Is Oct. 27

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Wash. Co. Special Olympics Spooktacular Is Oct. 27

17 Oct 2024

Washington County Special Olympics is hosting it's Third Annual Spooktacular" on Monday, Oct. 27, 2-5 p.m. at Lyles Park, 5581 East Old State Road 56, Salem. The public is invited for an unforgettable evening filled with fun, food and festive vibes! A costume party will be featured--dressing up is encouraged, but not required. A pri ...

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