About Salem Indiana
Salem is located in scenic Southern Indiana just 35 miles north of Louisville, Kentucky and less than 100 miles south of Indianapolis, Indiana. Salem is a great place to live and make a living. We have high achieving public schools, and a wide variety of community activities. Salem also has a strong and diverse economic base. If you're a visitor to Salem, we hope you will take note of our many unique and historic destinations. As a city, Salem has retained much of its small town flavor, a flavor that is enhanced by the city’s tree-lined streets, stately old homes and a friendly atmosphere that has been nurtured and handed down through the generations.
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Board of Public Works
12-09-2024 5:00 pm -
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12-09-2024 5:30 pm
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Salem is located in scenic Southern Indiana just 35 miles north of Louisville, Kentucky and less than 100 miles south of Indianapolis, Indiana. Salem is a great place to live and make a living. We have high achieving public schools, and a wide variety of community activities. Salem also has a strong and diverse economic base. If you're a visitor to Salem, we hope you will take note of our many unique and historic destinations. As a city, Salem has retained much of its small town flavor, a flavor that is enhanced by the city’s tree-lined streets, stately old homes and a friendly atmosphere that has been nurtured and handed down through the generations.
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During American Education Week, we celebrate education, inform the community about the importance of our schools, and honor local educators who make a difference in the lives of our students.
Local schools play an essential role in our community's success. With quality education and a supportive learning environment, the students in our community are empowered to reach their full potential and achieve their goals.
“The more our schools succeed, the more successful we become, both individually and as a community,” said City of Salem Mayor Justin Green. “The team supporting our schools is not only made up of educators but also includes staff, administrators, families, and community members who continually invest in the lives of young people. This week, we honor all who contribute to excellence in education in Salem Community Schools.”
As we celebrate American Education Week, take a moment to thank an educator, administrator, employee, or staff member.
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The Senior Center is located at 1705 North Shelby Street and open Monday - Friday from 9:00am - 4:00pm. The upcoming events are provided in the calendar.
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This week, we celebrate Red Ribbon Week and raise awareness for drug prevention during the final days of Substance Abuse Prevention Month.
Substance abuse has a devastating impact on our communities, affecting everyone from adults to children and youth. Drug abuse not only damages the health of individuals but also causes disruption in families, trauma for children, and a decline in our community’s well-being. Prevention efforts like Red Ribbon Week and Substance Abuse Prevention Month are key to halting the drug epidemic and fostering better health for our families and fellow citizens.
Red Ribbon Week is the nation’s largest and longest-running drug-use prevention campaign aimed at keeping kids in our country drug-free. Started by the National Family Partnership in 1985, this initiative raises awareness by mobilizing communities and schools to educate youth and promote drug prevention activities. During Red Ribbon Week, we highlight the importance of living a drug-free life and reinforce drug-free messages for children and students.
Alongside Red Ribbon Week, National Substance Abuse Prevention Month provides an opportunity for communities to partner in the prevention of drug use. By raising awareness for these causes, we advocate for the prevention of substance abuse and its associated harms to individual well-being and community health.
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration encourages citizens to “Tell the prevention story” by sharing how prevention is improving lives, demonstrating that prevention works, and showcasing its positive effects nationwide.
“Preventing drug abuse in people of all ages is critical to stopping use before it becomes a problem,” said Washington County Prosecutor Tara Coats Hunt. “If we can prevent drug use and abuse early on, we can avoid many of the negative consequences for individuals and improve outcomes for our families and communities.”
To celebrate Red Ribbon Week and Substance Abuse Prevention Month this October, consider talking to a friend, family member, or child about the dangers of drug use and encourage activities that lead to a safer community and better health for all.