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Washington County Animal Shelter

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Debo

Debo

Debo Pit Bull mix 1 year old, male Poor boy is afraid of his own shadow. Will need someone to h ...
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Cherry

Cherry

Cherry Tabby cat Female Sweet and affectionate. Salem Animal Shelter 204 W. Joseph St., S ...
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Blade

Blade

Blade Domestic Shorthair 5 months old Male Salem Animal Shelter 204 W. Joseph St., Salem, ...
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Newt

Newt

Newt Orange Tabby 1 year old He's friendly and handsome. Salem Animal Shelter 204 W. Joseph S ...
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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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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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News

Police Presence To Increase November 16

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Police Presence To Increase November 16

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14 Nov 2024

While people get their Thanksgiving travel plans ready, law enforcement agencies across the state are getting ready to increase patrol visibility as part of the annual Safe Family Travel campaign. The campaign, which starts November 16, focuses on impaired driving, aggressive driving, and proper use of seat belts. During the campaign, officers will work overtime conducting sobriety checkpoints and saturation patrols designed to discour ...
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Washington Co. Learning Center To Offer Digital Literacy Courses

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Nov

Washington Co. Learning Center To Offer Digital Literacy Courses

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13 Nov 2024

  If you are a beginner – or maybe just a little rusty – with Microsoft Excel or Google Suite, the Washington Co. Learning Center should be on your radar in December. Located at 1707 N. Shelby St. Suite 115, Salem, a total of three courses are being offered: Basic Microsoft Excel, Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Google Suite. These classes are completely free, and all materials are furnished. They have computers to use that will ...
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Christmas Magic In Salem Happens Dec. 7

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Christmas Magic In Salem Happens Dec. 7

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13 Nov 2024

  The second annual Christmas Magic In Salem will be Saturday, December 7, 1—7 p.m., at the Salem Public Square and Purlee Plaza. Everyone will be sure to catch the holiday spirit with a day filled with shopping in Historic Downtown Salem, treat bags and hot chocolate for children, visiting with Santa and Mrs. Claus, music, wagon rides and much more. The event is sponsored by the Washington County Tourism organization and the Cit ...
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Box Truck Rolls Over On SR-56

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Box Truck Rolls Over On SR-56

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13 Nov 2024

  On November 11 at approximately 8:05 am, members of the Washington County Sheriff’s Department and other emergency services personnel responded to the area of State Road 56 West, near Dog Trot Road, referencing a single motor vehicle crash. Deputies arrived on scene and located a 2019 Hino box truck, off the south side of the roadway, on its side. The driver was identified as Timothy Vaughn, age 45 of Indianapolis, Indiana. Vau ...
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Operation Christmas Child Collection Week Nov. 18-25

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Operation Christmas Child Collection Week Nov. 18-25

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12 Nov 2024

  Samaritan’s Purse’s project, “Operation Christmas Child” is holding their national collection week beginning November 18 at First Baptist Church located at 205 N High St, Salem from 3-6 p.m (times may vary depending on day). Operation Christmas Child is a wonderful ministry led by Franklin Graham and the Samaritan’s Purse organization. Each year, millions of Christmas shoe boxes are sent all over the world with the goal of givi ...
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Education News

IU Southeast Appoints Nine to Board of Advisors

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IU Southeast Appoints Nine to Board of Advisors

12 Nov 2024

  Indiana University Southeast has welcomed nine new members to its Board of Advisors. “We are very fortunate to welcome these new board members who will continue to help connect IU Southeast to our local mission of serving our students and our region,” said Joe Glover, vice chancellor for University Relations. “Each new member has deep ...
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West Washington Students Honored By College Board National Recognition Program

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Nov

West Washington Students Honored By College Board National Recognition Program

05 Nov 2024

Students from West Washington High School have been awarded the College Board National Recognition Rural and Small Town Award. This annual award recognizes top-performing high school students who belong to communities that have historically been underrepresented on college campuses. Congratulations to Ava Woods, Leauna Springer, Paige Wofford, Cal ...
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West Washington Star Student November 1

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West Washington Star Student November 1

01 Nov 2024

 

Congratulations to West Washington's most recent Star Student, Ella Chambers! Keep up the good work!

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Business News

Indiana’s Recycling Economy Gets $2 Million Boost

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Indiana’s Recycling Economy Gets $2 Million Boost

11 Nov 2024

   Indiana’s Recycling Market Development Board awarded six organizations with $2 million in grant funding to expand the state’s recycling economy. The Recycling Market Development Program was established in the early 1990s to better manage solid waste by developing markets for recycled materials. Six organizations received grant f ...
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Business Newsletter From IN Secretary Of State

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Business Newsletter From IN Secretary Of State

29 Oct 2024

  Happy Fall, Hoosiers! I’m proud to report that we have now delivered approximately $3 million in election improvement grants to 90 Indiana counties! These funds will help local officials run safe and secure elections during this busy election season. The Secretary of State’s office operate ...
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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. ...
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Sports News

Lanie Roberts Places In HCAC

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Lanie Roberts Places In HCAC

13 Nov 2024

  Hanover College freshman Lanie Roberts finished in sixth place in women’s cross country during a recent Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference (HCAC) meet. Hanover won the conference. The HCAC includes institutions from Indiana, Kentucky and Ohio and is affiliated with the National Collegiate Athletic Association’s (NCAA) Division III. ...
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Salem Lady Lions Basketball Wins 34-30 Against Mitchell

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Salem Lady Lions Basketball Wins 34-30 Against Mitchell

12 Nov 2024

By Josh Lewis, Writer The Lady Lions basketball team opened the season up on Thursday night the way every team wants to, with a win. It wasn’t pretty, but that didn’t matter to the end result as Salem pulled away down the stretch in a back and forth game over Mitchell 34-30. Wade Tomlinson is back at the helm as the head coach of the Salem girls ...
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Salem Lions Football Loses 30-16 Against Tell City

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Salem Lions Football Loses 30-16 Against Tell City

04 Nov 2024

By Josh Lewis, Writer The Salem football season came to an end on Friday night in the sectional semi-finals. The Lions made the long trip to Tell City to take on the Marksmen, and although the Lions battled, they just couldn’t come up with key plays when they needed them, and three turnovers made it an uphill climb as they fell 30-16. Salem went ...
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Government News

Election Night Watch Party For Houchin

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Election Night Watch Party For Houchin

12 Nov 2024

  By Jerry Curry, Staff Writer An election night watch party was held in Seymour at the Jackson Live and Event Center for United States Congresswoman Erin Houchin. It started at 6:30 p.m. and ended at 10 p.m. The night started off with appetizers and a dinner. Graham Houchin was the early entertainment, singing and playing the guitar. Afte ...
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Rokita Investigates Potential Labor Trafficking Networks In Local Communities

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Rokita Investigates Potential Labor Trafficking Networks In Local Communities

11 Nov 2024

  AG Rokita sends civil investigative demands (CIDs) to officials, employers and non-profits in Evansville, Logansport and Seymour  As residents and elected officeholders continue reporting concerns about the largescale influx of illegal aliens and “legal migrants” into their cities and towns, Attorney General Todd Rokita is launching i ...
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INDOR State Filing Extension Due Friday

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INDOR State Filing Extension Due Friday

11 Nov 2024

The Indiana Department of Revenue's "Tax Bulletin" offers the following useful information to taxpayers: Indiana's individual income taxes' due date for the extension of time to file is coming up on Nov. 15. If a taxpayer was granted a federal extension of time to file, they were also granted an extension to file with Indiana. It is im ...
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Lifestyle News

This Week In Indiana History, Nov. 10-16

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This Week In Indiana History, Nov. 10-16

11 Nov 2024

    November 10, 1986 The movie “Hoosiers” premieres at the Circle Theater in Indianapolis.  One of the most popular sports movies of all time, it is loosely based on the 1954 Milan High School basketball championship. November 11, 1918 The Armistice is signed to end ...
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BBB Tip: Ordering Delivery? Here's How To Support Your Favorite Local Restaurants

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BBB Tip: Ordering Delivery? Here's How To Support Your Favorite Local Restaurants

04 Nov 2024

  Need lunch at the office? Don't have time to stop at the grocery store? Feeling too tired to cook? Food delivery apps make ordering from a nearby restaurant easy. However, the cost may be higher than you think – especially for small, local restaurants and their delivery drivers.

These tips can help you understand how delivery apps work and ...
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Operation Holiday Program For Veterans

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Operation Holiday Program For Veterans

01 Nov 2024

  November 1 - December 13 The Military Family Relief Fund's "Operation Holiday Program" is designed to assist veterans and their families who are experiencing financial hardship.   This special program can assist with essential holiday expenses for dependent children that reside in the veteran’s home and a holiday meal for qualified ...
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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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