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Gunner

Gunner

Gunner Shepherd mix 6 years old Male/Neutered This mature boy does well with other dogs and is ...
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Donnie

Donnie

Donnie Shorthair Male Friendly and laid back cat. Low maintenance and will be respectful of you ...
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Duke

Duke

Duke 8 months old male Duke is an 8 month old mix. He is a friendly and energetic young pup! ...
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Georgia

Georgia

Georgia Tabby & White Shorthair female Cute and friendly young adult cat. Neat in her cage but wo ...
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Anna

Anna

Anna Shepherd mix 5 years old Female Seems to be a friendly girl! Humane Society of Washingt ...
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Jade

Jade

Jade Domestic shorthair young adult female Friendly and calm kitty with the prettiest green e ...
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Thomas

Thomas

A bit shy when meeting new people. Takes treats gently. Likes other dogs. If you are interested in ...
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Roy

Roy

STRAY FOUND ON BYPASS 7/1. No one has ever claimed this guy so he's looking for a new home now!! If ...
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Kane

Kane

Good with dogs, people and kids. Loves to play ball. Housetrained. A really nice mature dog. If you ...
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Blue

Blue

Good looking pup! Friendly with other dogs and people!! If you are interested in this animal, pleas ...
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Kinzi

Kinzi

Playful and active, friendly with people. OK with dogs her size. If you are interested in this anim ...
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Lemonade

Lemonade

Friendly young adult! If you are interested in this animal, please contact the Salem Animal Shelter ...
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Ash

Ash

House and crate trained. Good with dogs and cats. Knows some basic commands. If you are interested ...
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Captain

Captain

Sweet demeanor. Has 2 large fatty tumors that need to be monitored. If you are interested in this a ...
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Bubba

Bubba

2 yr old tabby, is friendly and calm. If you are interested in this animal, please contact the Sale ...
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Kevin

Kevin

Very sweet and social young man. If you are interested in this animal, please contact the Salem Ani ...
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Maro

Maro

Poor fellow just wants to play, not be stuck in a shelter kennel. Seems housebroken. If you are int ...
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Hadley

Hadley

This girl is just as sweet as her chocolate colored fur. She needs to gain a few healthy pounds to l ...
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Bernie

Bernie

85 pounds! Believe it or not, he's very energetic and active but he does need to lose weight for his ...
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Apple

Apple

Very low maintenance lady! Visit her in the cage free cat room. If you are interested in this anima ...
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Winfred

Winfred

Front paw declaw. Likes to rub and receive pets. Not a big fan of being held. Previously lived with ...
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Hardy

Hardy

40 pounds. If you sit down, he will hop right up on your lap! If you are interested in this animal, ...
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Heidi

Heidi

Good with dogs. Spent her life outside and is ready for an upgrade. If you are interested in this ...
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Goldie

Goldie

Gentle and sweet natured. Low-medium energy. Good with dogs and seems ok with cats. If you are int ...
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Rocky

Rocky

Brother to Apollo. He's the social butterfly of the cage free cat room! If you are interested in ...
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Apollo

Apollo

Apollo is the brother to Rocky. He will come to you for pets and scratches and he loves his brother! ...
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Thor

Thor

Poor boy was covered in fleas and missing most of his back fur. He's on the mend now. He thinks he i ...
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Smoke

Smoke

Smoke came to the shelter through no fault of his own. His owner moved to a place that would not all ...
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Lily Belle

Lily Belle

Shy but enjoys being brushed. Needs a quiet home with someone that will help her lose some weight an ...
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Andy

Andy

He was surrendered with his friend, Lily Belle. They both need help losing extra weight. It would be ...
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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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18 Oct 2024

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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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Trick-Or-Treat Hours For Salem

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Trick-Or-Treat Hours For Salem

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17 Oct 2024

 

The City of Salem announced that hours for trick-or-treat will be 6-8 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 31.

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Where To Find Voting Information

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Where To Find Voting Information

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16 Oct 2024

  Many people have questions concerning the upcoming general election on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 6 a.m.--6 p.m. The best source for local information is the Washington County Elections and Voter Services Office.  The office is located at the Washington County Justice Center, 801 South Jackson Street, Salem. It is at the end of the main hallway, past the clerk's office. The staff at the Elections and Voter Services Office is busy a ...
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Hoosier Uplands Funds Grant For Police Radios

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Hoosier Uplands Funds Grant For Police Radios

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16 Oct 2024

Eric Zink, Chief Financial Officer from Hoosier Uplands, presented a check for $11,500 to purchase new radios for the Salem Police Department.

This will enable the police department to be better equipped to respond to emergencies and  better serve the residents of Salem .

Receiving the check of Oct. 14 was Sergeant James Moore. The police department had applied for the grant.

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Education News

Braeden Meredith Named West Washington Star Student

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Braeden Meredith Named West Washington Star Student

17 Oct 2024

Congratulations to Braeden Meredith who was chosen as West Washington's most recent Star Student!

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WW PreK Students Visited By Local Firefighters

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WW PreK Students Visited By Local Firefighters

16 Oct 2024

  PreK students at West Washington were recently treated by a wonderful visit from the Blue River and Livonia Volunteer Fire Departments. The students had a great opportunity to meet firefighters and learn about fire rescue equipment as well as lessons in fire safety. Thanks to the local volunteer fire departments, students at West Washingto ...
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Maggie Gibson Earns Baldwin Wallace University Yellow Jacket Success Grant

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Maggie Gibson Earns Baldwin Wallace University Yellow Jacket Success Grant

16 Oct 2024

  BEREA, OH (10/16/2024)-- Maggie Gibson of Salem (47167) was among over 660 first-year students welcomed to the Baldwin Wallace (BW) University campus this fall who earned more than $12.6 million in merit scholarships. Gibson, a graduate of Salem High School majoring in sport management, earned a $12,000 BW Yellow Jacket Success Grant based ...
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Business News

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. ...
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Apply For Grants From Indiana Grown

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

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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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Sports News

Lady Lions Volleyball Team Wins First Round Of Sectionals

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Lady Lions Volleyball Team Wins First Round Of Sectionals

18 Oct 2024

Launching themselves straight into the IHSAA Volleyball Sectional Tournament, the Salem Lady Lions varsity volleyball team went home last night with a fantastic victory over Paoli. Finishing the night out with a 3-1 win, the Lady Lions move on to the Semifinals on October 19 where they will face off against the Eastern Musketeers at 12:30 p.m. at E ...
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West Washington Volleyball Senior Emma Schmidt Reaches 1,000 Assists Milestone

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West Washington Volleyball Senior Emma Schmidt Reaches 1,000 Assists Milestone

14 Oct 2024

Congratulations to West Washington volleyball player senior Emma Schmidt for reaching her 1,000 assists milestone! Her excellent work on and off the court has paid off and is leaving a legacy for fellow and future students to follow. Congratulations for this great achievement! West Washington volleyball goes head to head against Henryville at 7 p. ...
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Salem Will Begin Football Sectionals At Home, While WW And EHS Travel

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Salem Will Begin Football Sectionals At Home, While WW And EHS Travel

14 Oct 2024

By Dennis Dunn, Writer The IHSAA conducted its annual football sectional pairings show on Sunday, Oct. 13 and all three Washington County schools found out their fate. Salem will begin the Class 2A Sectional 40 journey at home, while Eastern will travel in the same sectional. West Washington will open the Class A Sectional 47 on the road. All game ...
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Government News

Rokita Defends States’ Authority To Ban Sex-Change Procedures For Minors

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Rokita Defends States’ Authority To Ban Sex-Change Procedures For Minors

17 Oct 2024

  Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita is taking action to protect states’ authority to prohibit sex-change procedures from being performed on minors — co-leading a 22-state brief to the U.S. Supreme Court aimed at thwarting the Biden-Harris administration’s efforts to override state laws. “The Biden-Harris&nbs ...
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Rokita Remains Vigilant Against ‘Sanctuary Cities’

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Rokita Remains Vigilant Against ‘Sanctuary Cities’

17 Oct 2024

  Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita cautioned local officials in Lake and St. Joseph counties that he will pursue legal action against them after November 8 if they refuse to follow state laws that prohibit local entities from restricting immigration enforcement activities and communications with federal immigration authorities. “Il ...
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Houchin's Newsletter: The Contender

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Houchin's Newsletter: The Contender

14 Oct 2024

  Friend,I hope your week is off to a good start. I wanted to give you a quick update on recent legislation, media interviews, and share the latest podcast episode. As always, I'm grateful for the opportunity to represent you and look forward to connecting with you soon.  ...
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Lifestyle News

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 ...
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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.

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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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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.

 

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