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"Back in Line" with Dr. Mosier: The Dream That Refused to Go Away
Written by Ellen Mosier A teacher's dream, a grocery store, and God's perfect timing. When I was a little girl and someone would ask me what I wanted to be when I grew up, I always said the same thing: I wanted to teach. I loved going to school. I loved perfecting homework assignments, sometimes working on them for hours after school. Growing up in the country meant long bus rides home, and those rides became my time to decompress and recharge. By the time I got home, I was r


Election 2026: Candidates on the General Ballot
The November 3 General Election will be here before we know it, and all winners of the Primary Election on May 5 have been certified by the county election board.


VIDEO: Mosier Family Chiropractic celebrates grand opening of new facility
Mosier Family Chiropractic celebrated the grand opening of their new location on Mulberry Street Saturday afternoon! It was a wonderful community turnout, with refreshments and food provided by Hayes Lemonade and BBQ Paradise.


VIDEO: Mosier Family Chiropractic celebrates grand opening of new facility
Mosier Family Chiropractic celebrated the grand opening of their new location on Mulberry Street Saturday afternoon! It was a wonderful community turnout, with refreshments and food provided by Hayes Lemonade and BBQ Paradise.


VIDEO: "Art On The Bricks" returned Friday evening
Mayor Justin Green joined us to discuss Friday evening’s Art On The Bricks event that took place on Market Street from 6–8pm.


VIDEO: Mosier Family Chiropractic moves to W Mulberry St
On June 6 from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm, Mosier Family Chiropractic will be celebrating the grand opening of their new location in what used to be Save A lot at 1110 W Mulberry Street, Salem.


Election 2026: Candidates on the General Ballot
The November 3 General Election will be here before we know it, and all winners of the Primary Election on May 5 have been certified by the county election board.


Two motorcycle wrecks in two days; serious injuries sustained
Local emergency services have responded to two motorcycle accidents in the last two days. According to a statement from the Washington County Sheriff's Department, the first motorcycle accident occurred at approximately 4:06 pm on June 2, 2026, at the intersection of State Road 60 West and Orchard Road.


Commissioners threatened by lawsuit, approved fairgrounds sewage project
The June 2 commissioners meeting saw topics such as bid approval for the Fairgrounds Sewage Project, as well as a threatened lawsuit against the commissioners.


Rita Roberts takes her art career in a new direction
For the last 17 years, Rita Roberts has called the halls of Bradie Shrum Elementary home. At the end of this school year, she will close the chapter and begin her well-earned retirement. Roberts said she has been teaching art in the public school system for 24 years, with an additional year as a long term art substitute. “I began teaching grades K-8 at Crothersville and continued my teaching responsibilities at Medora, Franklin and currently at Salem for the past 17 years,”


Snider retires after 30 years at Salem High School
For the past 30 years, Julie Snider has been the go-to person for all things athletics at Salem High School. But this year will be her last as she welcomes retirement with open arms. “I have enjoyed my time in this position,” she said, adding that it is fairly low stress and she has always enjoyed the people she works with. She originally applied for the position to get on the same schedule with her two sons: Joe and Thomas. When she applied the first time, she didn’t get hi


A familiar smile is retiring at Salem Middle School
For 16 years, Shelli Smith has called Salem Community Schools home. At the end of this school year, she’s closing that chapter and heading into retirement. After Smith left her job in retail, she spent her first year at Salem substitute teaching and handling concessions, a job she still does to this day. “It’s my favorite!” Smith said about being in charge of the concession stand. She said her husband, the late Derek Smith who was a teacher and administrator at Salem High Sc


City of Salem and Community Foundation launch new community calendar
A press release from the City of Salem: The City of Salem is excited to announce partnership with the Washington County Community Foundation to launch an inclusive Washington County Community Calendar.


Washington County Fair Book 2026 – digital version
The Washington County Farmers-Merchants Fair will take place from Saturday, June 13 through Saturday, June 20 at the fairgrounds off East Market Street. A digital copy of the fair's program can be found here, including entry forms for the fair parade and baby contest.


Commissioners approve "Chair of Honor" for POW/MIA veterans in Courthouse
A veteran by the name of David Brewer spoke to the commissioners about adding a Chair of Honor for the Salem Courthouse. This chair would be installed in honor of American veterans, POW and MIA, that never made it home.


"Back in Line" with Dr. Mosier: The Dream That Refused to Go Away
Written by Ellen Mosier A teacher's dream, a grocery store, and God's perfect timing. When I was a little girl and someone would ask me what I wanted to be when I grew up, I always said the same thing: I wanted to teach. I loved going to school. I loved perfecting homework assignments, sometimes working on them for hours after school. Growing up in the country meant long bus rides home, and those rides became my time to decompress and recharge. By the time I got home, I was r


"Back in Line" with Dr. Mosier: The Marks We Leave Behind
It’s hard to believe as I sit here in an empty room inside an empty building. I know this moment is what I prayed and fasted for, but it’s still surreal sitting on the same floor where adjustments were made and lives were changed.


"Back in Line" with Dr. Mosier: Oh, How Things Have Changed
From wringing chickens in Sunday dresses to naked cannonballs in kiddie pools — every generation has its stories. As our family and practice step into a new season, we’re grateful to grow through the changes together. There I was, setting up textbooks and little figurines in my office at our new building, when I decided to head home and walk Ryder over to my parents’ house for our Memorial Day dinner. As I got closer, I could hear laughing and splashing coming from the backya
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