According to information released earlier this morning from the National Weather Service, the timing of the severe storms moving into the Kentuckiana area has shifted from 2-4p to between 6-11p. 

Scattered thunderstorms are likely to develop this afternoon across western KY and middle TN and track northeast across central KY and southeastern IN through the afternoon and evening.

South Central KY has the highest chance for tornadoes and very large hail.

Salem was named a Tree City USA for its work in 2016 by the Arbor Day Foundation in honor of its commitment to effective urban forest management. 

Salem achieved Tree City USA recognition by continuing to meet the program’s four requirements – a tree board or department, a tree-care ordinance, an annual community forestry budget at least $2 per capita and an Arbor Day observance and proclamation. 

“Tree City USA communities see the impact of an urban forest has in a community first hand,” said Dan Lambe, President of the Arbor Day Foundation. “Additionally, in recognition brings residents together and creates a sense of community pride, whether it’s through volunteer engagement or public education.”

Trees provide multiple benefits to a community hey when properly planted and maintained. They help to improve the visual appeal of a neighborhood, increase property values, reduce home cooling costs, remove air pollutants and provide wildlife habitat, among many other benefits. 

Every second Saturday in May, letter carriers in more than 10,000 cities and towns across America collect the goodness and compassion of their postal customers, who participate in the NALC Stamp Out Hunger National Food Drive — the largest one-day food drive in the nation. 

To donate, just place a box or can of non-perishable food next to your mailbox before your letter carrier delivers mail on Saturday, May 13th. The carrier will do the rest. The food is sorted, and then it will be delivered to the Washington County Food Bank, where it is available for needy families.

This food drive applies to all residents who receive mail from the Salem & Campbellsburg Post Offices.

The annual Lincoln Day Dinner will be at Southern Hills Church Thursday, April 27th featuring Indiana Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch. 

Doors Open 5:30 with the dinner at 6p. 

Individual tickets are $25 each. 

Table Sponsorship Levels:

• Platinum: $500
• Gold: $300
• Silver: $200

There will also be a silent auction. 

Make checks payable to: Washington County Republican Party

and mail to: P.O. Box 173, Salem, IN 47167

Please RSVP to Tara Hunt at taracoatshunt@gmail.com or call 812-844-6003

The Salem Park and Rec. Easter Event Hosted by the Salem Public Library will be this Saturday, April 8 from 1-3p. 

The annual City of Salem Easter Event will be held this year in the Salem Public Library, according to Denise Newkirk, Park and Rec Director.

Many activities are planned including finding Easter eggs, playing games, candy, cookies, a movie and photos with the Easter Bunny.

Those participating are, PACT, Prevent Child Abuse Council, Tri Kappa, Salem Crossing, WSLM, Meadowview Health Care, Salem Parks and Recreation Department and the Salem Public Library, Lowell and Rhonda DePoy and the Easter Bunny.

This event is free for the community. For more information you may call the Salem Parks and Recreation Department at 812-883- 2895 or the Salem Public Library at 812-883- 5600.

After a months-long investigation, the Washington County Drug Task Force arrested a 25-year-old Salem man for dealing cocaine. 

Devan Wayne Hinton Gilley, 1003 Aspen Drive, Salem was arrested on Thursday, March 23. He was booked into the Washington County Detention Center and is being held on $25,000 bond. 

Police had received tips from the community as well as other law enforcement agencies who responded to five overdose calls where victims alleged Gilley had sold them heroin. 

All the overdose victims survived. 

Gilley was arrested in the parking lot of Aspen Meadows as he attempted to run from officers. 

He was charged with:

• Dealing in cocaine or a narcotic drug, a Level 4 Felony.
• Dealing in cocain or a narcotic drug, a Level 5 Felony.
• Dealing in cocaine or a narcotic drug, a Level 5 Felony.
• Corrupt Business Influence, a Level 5 Felony.
• Resisting Arrest, a Class A Misdemeanor.
• Possession of a synthetic drug or synthetic drug lookalike substance, a Class A Misdemeanor.

Assisting agencies included the Salem Police Department, Washington County Sheriff’s Department, Pekin Town Marshall’s office, Indiana State Police and the Washington County Prosecuting Attorney’s office.

To report a crime, call the Washington County Tip Line at 812.883.6566.