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Salem School board approves bids for fuel and cash management |
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Friday, 19 June 2009 00:00 |
At the recent Salem School board meeting held on June 8 the board approved Farm Bureau Co-op for a fixed firm contract rather than Jacobi Oil who had no interest in fixed contact. The board also agreed on the recommendation of Assistant Superintendent Thurston, to award the bid for cash management to First Harrison Bank out of the five local financial institutes. “They were the most aggressive and had the best options. I look forward to them helping us maximize taxpayers dollars and give us the best yield for our investment.” stated Thurston.
All claims and minutes were approved along with the following personnel requirements: the retirement of Judy Matthew and Barbara Curry; resignation of Title 1 Instructional Assistant; new hires, Laura Motsinger as BSUE teacher and Girls Basketball Coach; Jennifer Mills as High School Business teacher and Kara Dillion as Elementary Librarian; Charlene Handzel will transfer from Librarian to Title 1 Literacy Coach; Zoma Barrett, Middle School summer school teacher; Lesley Slaughter, summer school teacher; Melissa Sears, summer school teacher; Rachel Irwin, summer school teacher; Steve Crane, summer school teacher, two sessions; Randy Nichols, summer school teacher; Beverly Sweeney, summer school teacher, Title 1; Garilou Crane, summer school instructional aide; Jonelle Denny, summer school instructional aide, two sessions; Angela Snelling to transfer from BSUE grade 5 teacher to BSLE grade 1 teacher; Crystal Mikels, maternity leave beginning October 18 and Doris Duffy one additional class period per day beginning 2009-2010.
Phillip Stahl addressed the board regarding Salem Dance Team and Coach Amanda Duffy, stating that Duffy took the girls to state and placed third and does a wonderful job with the girls. He asked that they consider compensating Duffy for her work that she does. Duffy has coached the Salem Dance team for three years, which is when the first dance team started.
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Last Updated on Friday, 19 June 2009 09:25 |
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YMCA Raises $19,400 to support kids and families |
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Friday, 19 June 2009 00:00 |
Annual Support Campaign to Provide Needed Program and Membership Scholarships. Goal for this year’s campaign is $20,000.
Under the leadership of Glenn Luckett and Alice Bartanen, the Washington County YMCA Annual Support campaign has raised $19440 in charitable contributions for the Washington County YMCA to support membership scholarships and programs that change lives; the total goal is of $20,000. Staff and Volunteers are working to raise the additional funds. More than 20 volunteers solicited funds from 70 community members and businesses. The campaign saw a 45% percent increase in donations over last year’s campaign, which generated $11,000 in contributions from 45 donors.
Proceeds from the Annual Support campaign go to the Washington County YMCA scholarship fund, which assists those who may not otherwise be able to afford to pay the full fee for memberships or programs. The scholarship fund offers programs such as after school, day camp and swim lessons to low-income children and families at reduced rates. The YMCA uses a sliding scale based on need to determine what fee, if any, is required.
“These gifts provide scholarships for individuals and families who want and need YMCA programs but cannot afford them,” said Jon Hill, Executive Director, “At the Y, kids not only learn how to play a sport, but they also learn about caring, honesty, respect and responsibility—core values than can guide them throughout their lives. The Annual Support Campaign connects kids in need to programs that help them grow in confidence and self-esteem.”
"The success of the campaign can be attributed to the commitment of our volunteers and staff and the community to the YMCA," said Glenn Luckett. “The overwhelming generosity of the community allows us to continue bringing our positive programs to those who need it most. With everyone’s help, we are now able to give kids and families greater access to the wonderful opportunities offered at the Y.”
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Last Updated on Friday, 19 June 2009 09:26 |
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WCEGP Holds Annual Meeting |
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Friday, 19 June 2009 00:00 |
The Washington County Economic Growth Partnership (WCEGP) held its annual membership meeting on Friday, June 5, 2009 at the Salem Senior Citizens Center. Approximately 45 members and elected officials met for lunch with the election of at-large directors following in a business meeting.
Jess Helsel, President of WCEGP welcomed attendees and recognized special guests and sponsors. Introduced was special guest, Harold Gutzwiller of Hoosier Energy and local sponsors of the annual meeting, First Harrison Bank, Community First Bank, Cottongim Enterprises, Saegesser Engineering, Inc., Robert Strange of Salem True Value and Jackson County REMC. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mr. John Fultz, County Councilman. Lunch was catered by Country Cookin, Inc. of Salem.
WCEGP Executive Director, Gerald Rose reported the activities of the Partnership and programs in which the Partnership is involved. Rose introduced the guest speaker, Ms. Donna Riley. Ms. Riley is the Executive Director of Leadership Southern Indiana. Riley spoke on the topic “Leadership in the Community: Having a Vision for Economic Growth.” She emphasized the importance of the leaders in Washington County looking to the future of the county and the importance of economic growth to the future of the citizens of the county.
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Last Updated on Friday, 19 June 2009 09:28 |
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Salem Speedway, Early Days |
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Written by Administrator
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Friday, 19 June 2009 00:00 |
The Washington County Historical Society will host the program Salem Speedway, Early Days on Saturday, June 27 at 6 p.m. At the Steven;s Museum assembly room.
The program will discuss the Speedway's founder and early racing events (1947 to present).
Descendants of the founders to attend: Emma Lou (Roberts0 Crockett will speak, Jim Summers, track builders, Everett (Foxy) Roberts, partner and past owner, Russ and Mary Barnard, promoters and past owners, Salem Fire Department, paid and volunteers who manned the concession stand and served as track safety personnel will also be present.
The intent of this program is to recapture the history of the building of the famed Salem Speedway in the early days.
The Washington County Historical Society will continue to bring more programs remembering the old days of auto racing in Washington County. They currently have a small area at the museum dedicated to the racing past. They will continue to expand the exhibit with the help of future contributors of racing memorabilia with the hopes the community can support a dedicated racing museum to honor the rich racing heritage here in Salem and Washington County.
The Salem high banks is known around the world. The track has claimed many in its day with no regard to how good a drivers or innocent spectators. Many times it has been editorialized as the Hills of Death in Southern Indiana. The auto industry having its roots in the Hoosier State was a mecca for racing. Many of those have gone on to be racings greatest drivers.
Those who have survived to tell the tale will always remember the thrill of racing on the Hills go Thrills at the famous Salem Speedway.
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