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Brian Ray Chastain, age 46, of Campbellsburg

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Brian Ray Chastain, age 46, of Campbellsburg, passed away Friday, October 23 at his home.

Mr. Chastain was born August 9, 1974 In Salem the son of Leon Chastain and Susie Spray Deisch. He was a member of Westview Christian Church, where he served as an elder.

Brian was a 1992 graduate of Salem High School. While in high school he was a member of the: Science Club for four years, and was the Science Club Treasure his senior year, Spanish Club, a National Honors Society member his junior year, and was treasurer of the National Honors Society his Senior year.

He was a member of Salem High School FFA, where he held the titles of Jr. Vice President his freshman, junior, and senior years, President his sophomore year, District Vice President his junior year, and District President his senior year. While also being a 10- year member of 4-H.

He then went on to Indiana University Southeast where he received his Bachelors’s degree in Accounting in 1997. Brian then attended Louis D. Brandeis School of Law at the University of Louisville, where he completed the J.D. Program in 2003. His first job after college was at American Commercial Barge Line Company where he was an accountant. Brian is currently a Partner at Dillman-Chastain-Byrd Law firm in Corydon. He is also a member of the Indiana State Bar Association, Harrison and Crawford County Bar Association, the American Bar Association, the Indiana CPA Society, and the American Institute of CPA.

Brian is survived by his wife: Michelle Johnson Chastain they were married May 8, 1999. He is also survived by his children: Andrew Chastain, Allie Chastain, and Lizzie Chastain all of Campbellsburg, a brother: Scott Chastain of Corydon, a step-brother: Craig Wilson of Salem, four sisters: Deborah Kuttler (William) of Brandenburg, KY, Diana Nunley of Sellersburg, Donna Guetig (Paul) of Campbellsburg, and Kristine Chastain of Jacksonville, FL, his parents: Leon Chastain (Michelle) of Salem, and Susie Deisch (Ron) of Pekin, and his grandmother: Esther Chastain of Campbellsburg. He is preceded in death by his grandparents: Bill and Gloria Spray, and his grandfather: Wilbur Chastain Jr.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 29 at 1:00 P.M. at Westview Christian Church.

Burial will follow at Hop Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday from 4-8PM and Thursday from 9AM-until time of service at the church.

The family requests that everyone wear their Cancer Shootout Benefit shirt.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Andrew Chastain, Elizabeth Chastain, and Alexandria Chastain’s College Fund at Old National Bank.

Velma Coral Kelm, age 79 of Campbellsburg

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Velma Coral Kelm, age 79 of Campbellsburg, Indiana passed away Sunday, October 25, 2020, at 12:46 pm, in her residence.

Born March 16, 1941, in London, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Thomas Hinkle and Bessie (Bennett) Hinkle.
On June 3rd, 1960 she married George E. Kelm, who passed away on August 5, 2012.

She was a resident of Washington County since 1970 and was formerly of Chicago. She was an avid donor and supporter of the St. Jude Children’s Hospital Association.

Her survivors include:
Daughter: Penny (Norman Jr,) Cole of Summerfield, Florida;
Daughter: Janie (John) Ziarnik of High Point, N. Carolina;
Daughter: Jeanie (Jerome) Losson of Salem, Indiana;
Daughter: Georgette (Jeff) Guthrie of Campbellsburg, Indiana;
Son: George J. Kelm of Salem, Indiana;
Brother: Bill Hinkle of Arkansas ;
Brother: John A. Hinkle of London, KY.
She is also survived by 13 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by 1 great-grandson Dustin Timothy Cole and 6 brothers.

Visitation: 4 to 7 pm Wednesday and 10 to 11 am Thursday at Dawalt Funeral Home.

Graveside Service following the visitation on Thursday at Cavetown Cemetery near Campbellsburg with Pastor Greg Strother officiating.

Mayor Offers Fall Activities For Families in and around Salem

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With summer drawing to a close, crops are being harvested, the leaves are starting to change color, we are enjoying cooler days and sweatshirts in the evening, and Halloween will be here soon.

While we will not be able to have some of our traditional events, the City of Salem will have many opportunities for you and your family to celebrate this special time of year.

As always, we will designate Saturday, October 31st from 6 pm -8 pm for kids to go door to door throughout our community.

Community members may also take part in the pumpkin walk
around the square sponsored by Washington County Tourism and stick around for the Halloween Parade starting at 5:30 pm.

Outside of trick-or-treating, it is a nice time of year just to spend time on the square.

Go take a look at the recent renovations at the Courthouse, the beautiful center of our community.

While you are there, visit our many local businesses or grab a bite to eat.

I know our friendly business owners would love to see you.

Downtown Salem also offers the Salem Public Library, The
Depot Railroad Museum, and the John Hay Center and Pioneer Village.

Milder temperatures offer the perfect opportunity to enjoy the many outdoor activities Salem has to offer, as well.

Get outside and take a walk on the walking path around Salem
Community Schools and the YMCA, or the hiking trails at Lake Salinda and the Knobstone.

Lake Salinda, Delaney Park and Lake John Hay also offer great fishing this time of year.

As Mayor, I am always working to promote everything the City of Salem has to offer and to ensure that our team here at the City keeps our community safe, clean, friendly, and enjoyable
for all.

Although we are faced with a few limitations this year, I hope you will take the time to explore the City of Salem this Fall.

Georgetown Man Arrested on Arson Charge

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A 36-year-old Georgetown man is in jail on arson charges after setting a propane tank on fire near Hardinsburg.

Matthew Mertz, 36, Georgetown, Indiana was arrested. He had recently re-located to the Hardinsburg area.

He was placed under arrest and transported to the Washington County Detention Center, where he was booked in and charged with Arson, Intimidation, Burglary and Possession of Methamphetamine.

On October 25, 2020, at approximately 7:51 am, members of the Posey Township Volunteer Fire Department were dispatched to 102 Lapping Ave. in Hardinsburg.

The fire department responded to a report of a propane tank that was on fire, in the back yard of a residence.

Once firefighters began to arrive, they were confronted by a male subject, armed with a pair of scissors.

This male subject then threw a small propane tank (commonly used for a grill) toward the large tank that was on fire.

Mertz then began to approach the fire fighters with the scissors in his hand.

One of the fire fighters was carrying a handgun.

The fire fighter drew his handgun and advised Mertz to drop the scissors.

Mertz then put the scissors in his pocket.

Once the police arrived, at the scene, he was detained.

Upon further investigation by the police, it was discovered that Mertz had set the initial large propane tank on fire.

 

Deputy Allen Taylor is the investigating officer and was assisted by Deputy Nathan Maudlin and Conservation Officer Neal Brewington.

All suspects are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.

One Shot in Police-Involved Shooting in Charlestown

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After responding to a domestic disturbance at a Charlestown resident, the Clark County Sheriff’s Department is reporting an adult male has been shot multiple times, with at least some of those coming from officers who returned fire.

At approximately 10:23 p.m, on October 25, 2020 the Clark County Sheriff’s Office responded to a domestic disturbance on Vienna Rd in Charlestown, Indiana.

Charlestown Police Department assisted and was first to arrive on the scene.

Upon Charlestown Police’s arrival, the suspect began firing gunshots at officers, at which time officers returned gunfire.

The suspect then retreated into the residence and was later located inside the residence by SWAT.

The suspect has sustained multiple gunshot wounds.  

During the initial investigation, it was revealed the suspect arrived at the residence to confront a former companion of his, who was currently residing at the residence with her parents.

A confrontation took place, which led to the suspect shooting the ex companions mother.

The husband of the gunshot victim had also fired a firearm at the suspect.

This investigation is still actively ongoing, and no other details can be released at this time.

At this stage of the investigation, it is unclear who’s gunfire struck the suspect.

Both the suspect and victim are currently receiving medical treatment, and their status is to be considered serious and severe.  

Nothing further can be released at this time.

Sylvia J. Allen, age 82 of Salem

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Sylvia J. Allen, age 82 of Salem, Indiana passed away Sunday, October 18, 2020 at 10:27 pm, in Clark County Memorial Hospital in Jeffersonville, Indiana.

Born April 27, 1938 in Lodiburg, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late Harold Shaw and Mary (Basham) Shaw.
She retired from the Louisville Bedding Company and was a former employee of the old Bata Shoe Company in Salem

She had been a resident of Washington County since 2002, formerly of Borden on the family farm.

She loved quilting, reading and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Survivors include:
Daughter Mary Walton of Salem, Indiana;
Daughter: Mattie Hurst of Borden, Indiana;
Daughter: Rose Elliott of Salem, Indiana;
Son: Harold Allen of Scottsburg, Indiana;
Sister: Mary Ruth Lawrence of Corydon, Indiana;
Sister: Jessie Jackson of Borden, Indiana;
Brother: Robert Shaw of Eckherty, Indiana;

She is also survived by 9 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by 3 brothers: Alton, Troy and Harold Shaw Jr. and 1 sister, Mattie Richardson.

Funeral Service: 1:00 pm Saturday at Dawalt Funeral Home
Visitation: 9 am to 1 pm Saturday at Dawalt Funeral Home.
Interment and committal service will follow at Crown Hill Cemetery in
Salem, Indiana.

Ferrell E. King, 85, of Paoli

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Ferrell E. King, 85, of Paoli, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2020 at his residence.  

He was born July 23, 1935 in Dumplin, Indiana to Alvis E and Mabel G. King. Ferrell married Dorothy Hobson and later married Mary Grimes and she preceded him in death.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Mary, son Clinton E King, and daughter Joleca D. Gofourth.

Ferrell was a member of the Mitchell Church of Christ. He worked many years at Travelers in Orleans as a TV & Radio Tech, co-owned D&K Builders, as well as owned and operated King Fabrics.

He was A US Army Veteran.

Survivors include Daughter: Renita G. Weldon, Paoli, Indiana

Sisters: Mary Francis Walker Columbus, Indiana

Grandchildren: Sarah, Hank, and Nathaniel Gofourth of Paoli, and Dorothy Meehan of Terre Haute also survive Ferrell.

Private funeral services will be at the Dillman-Scott Funeral Home located at 226 W Campbell St, Paoli, IN 47454.

Interment will be in McDonald’s Chapel Cemetery.

We ask that friends and family practice social distancing and wear a face mask during visitation and funeral services.

Online condolences may be made at dillmanscottfuneralhome.com

Naomi J. (Conrad) Cooper, 80, of Eckerty

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Naomi J. (Conrad) Cooper, 80, of Eckerty, Indiana died on October 24, 2020 at her residence.  She was born on July 7, 1940 in Perry County, Indiana to the late Samuel J. and Anna J. (McKim) Conrad.

She was retired from Masterbrand Cabinets and was of the Christian Faith.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ralph (Zeke) Sturgeon; 6 brothers and 2 sisters.

She is survived by her daughter, Debbi Forbes (Bob) of Eckerty, Indiana; grandchildren:  Daphne Meyer (Shane) of Huntingburg, Indiana and Gregory Forbes of Lewisport, Kentucky; 4 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild; brother, Jennings Conrad (Janice); sisters, Viola Wright of Birdseye, Indiana and Rose Ridenour (Gary) of Indianapolis, Indiana; a several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be on Tuesday, October 27, 2020 at 1:00 pm at the Brown Funeral Home in Milltown, Indiana.  Interment will follow in the Old Union Cemetery near Sulphur, Indiana.

Visitation will be on Tuesday from 11:00 am until time of the service at 1:00 pm, all at the funeral home.

Bro. Al Madden will officiate the service.

Brown Funeral Home in Milltown, Indiana is entrusted with the arrangements.

Judith Kay Wagner, age 77 of Salem

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Judith Kay Wagner, age 77 of Salem, passed away Friday, October 23, 2020, in her residence.

Born September 5, 1943 in Salem, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Herman L. Miller Sr. and Mabel (Wingler) Miller.

She was a homemaker and co-owner of the old Ward Christian Bookstore in Salem for 20 years. She was a member of the Canton Christian Church, had been a life resident of Washington County and was a 1961 graduate of Salem High School.

On June 28, 1963 she married Paul L. Wagner, who survives.

Also surviving are: Daughter: Shiloh (Peggy) Wagner of Salem; Son: Shane (Sheila) Miller of Salem; Brother: Herman L. (Connie) Miller Jr. of Salem; 2 Sisters: Sue Baker of Scottsburg and Louise (Lonnie) Blevins of Salem; 4 grandsons: Jonathan Wagner of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Austin Kolton of Jonesville, Austin and Christian Wagner both of Salem.

She was preceded in death by 1 sister, Patty Allen.

Funeral Service: 11:00 am Tuesday at Dawalt Funeral Home followed by interment in Crown Hill Cemetery.

Visitation: 9 am until the time of the service on Tuesday.

Court upholds Indiana law permitting only county election boards to ask state courts to extend polling hours 

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Attorney General Curtis Hill today commended the 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for upholding an Indiana law permitting a county election board, but no one else, to request an order from a state court extending voting hours when justified by state law.

Such extensions may be necessary in the event of technical problems at polling places, but they cannot be undertaken without a court order making specific state law findings.

A lawsuit by Common Cause Indiana argued that anyone should be able to request such a court order, but Attorney General Hill observed that the legislature limited the law’s reach in order to avoid inundating courts with demands for extended polling hours.

Indiana law, he added, affords voters ample opportunity to cast their ballots even before Election Day, and the statute at issue does not preclude voters from filing claims under federal law in either state or federal court.

“Fortunately, we are seeing federal appeals courts nationwide recognizing states’ legitimate authority to enact and enforce reasonable election laws,” Attorney General Hill said. “Taken as a whole, election regulations must exist for elections to be fair, meaningful and legitimate.”

Attorney General Hill also recently prevailed in two other federal appellate cases involving Indiana’s election laws. In those cases, the 7th Circuit upheld state laws 1) prohibiting election officials from counting mail-in ballots received after noon on Election Day and 2) permitting only some categories of voters, including the elderly, to cast mail-in ballots.

Attached is the 7th Circuit’s most recent decision involving Indiana election law.

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