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The Westwood Golf Course will hold the Robbie Henson Memorial Annual Golf Scramble on August 31st. Located in Scottsburg since 1974, this public 9-hole course consists of 6,175 yards with a slope of 117 and is rated at 69.4. Tee time is 9 a.m., and teams must check in at 8:30 a.m. The cost is $200 per team, and there is a $5 Mulligan with a limit of 4 per team. Two contests consist of closest to the pin and longest putt.

The memorial is in memory of Robbie Henson who excelled in cross country and track running. He passed away at the age of 38. The Mission Statement of the Robbie Henson memorial is to provide assistance to locate youth runners with uniforms, shoes, equipment and other needs. Beside the golf scramble, there is also a scholarship and 5K Run/Walk. The $500 scholarship is for seniors attending Austin High School that participated in cross country and have plans to attend college. It is given in memory of Henson who was a son, brother and father, and it was started by his mother and step-father, Don Campbell. The golf scramble is always the Saturday before Labor Day, and the 5K run, which drew 180 runners this year, is always held the Saturday before Memorial Day.

For more information, contact Eric Campbell at (812) 595-0510, Tom Wolhoff at (502) 435-2597 or Don Campbell at (812) 595-7605.

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On Thursday, August 15th, Temple & Temple Excavating and Paving, Inc. joined Governor Eric J. Holcomb and Indiana Secretary of Commerce David Rosenberg in Indianapolis to celebrate the company as a recipient of the Governor’s Half Century Business Award. This award recognizes Temple & Temple’s longevity and lasting impact on the state’s economy, communities, and people.

Ken Temple, President & CEO of Temple & Temple, leads the company with a deep appreciation for the foundation laid by Howard and Walter Temple in 1948.

"To see what the generations before me were able to accomplish has created a strong foundation for the company to thrive today," said Temple. "The recognition by the Governor and Indiana Secretary of Commerce would mean a lot to my father, one of the company’s founders."

Since joining the company after earning his degree in engineering, Ken Temple has been instrumental in upholding and expanding the business. He credits his father, Walter Temple, for business lessons that stressed the importance of long-term investments in the company, its people, and the community.

“Being in a position to give back to my community is what drives me,” Temple said. “My priority is to create lasting relationships that not only benefit the business, but also the communities we serve.”

Temple & Temple is one of forty-eight Hoosier businesses recognized by Governor Holcomb and Secretary Rosenberg this year. The program has honored over 1,250 businesses throughout its 33-year history for their exemplary commitment to our state and their communities. One community Temple & Temple has been proud to serve through its philanthropic efforts is the Town of New Pekin.

“Temple & Temple Excavating and Paving has always been the biggest supporter of the Town of New Pekin," said New Pekin Town Manager Jaden Stone. “They always assist with our projects for the community, most recently with a complete renovation of our Basketball Court at the Community Park and the Washington County Family YMCA’s planned expansion.”

After 76 years, the company and the communities it serves have never been stronger.

Temple & Temple plans to continue its focus on providing long-standing, quality infrastructure while expanding its offerings to meet the housing needs of Southern Indiana.

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Who doesn’t like a free t-shirt? Especially when it’s supporting their favorite high school team colors. 

In hopes of helping county schools celebrate school spirit and have fun at games, Lincks Clothing and Shoes will be donating 10 free school shirts to each of the county high schools during home games this football season. 

“We did this before Covid and there was so much excitement from the fans!” said owner Rita Lincks. “I want to bring back that excitement and raise school spirit and hopefully add a smile to someone’s day!”

Lincks said when her sons played sports, the cheerleaders were always doing something fun for the cheer block and it boosted school spirit.

“So when we did the shirts everyone loved them!”

The shirts will be Lincks shirts in school colors.

“We are excited for this opportunity and wish the best of luck to all our county teams!”

Located at 15 Public Square, Salem, Indiana, Lincks is a local business that supports the schools in numerous ways throughout the school year with fundraisers, post season games and more. This is just another way for them to show their support to the local schools.

• Salem High School
• Football
• Sports/Outdoors
• Running

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By: Nathaniel Smith, Website Editor

On Friday, August 9th, the new turf field at the Salem High School was officially completed and dedicated to former coach and principal, Jim Ralston.

This highly anticipated project was made possible by the Wilson Education Service Center (WESC) along with Hellas. It was led by WESC Executive Director Brent Minton who attended Salem Community Schools as a student and football player, later taught as a teacher, and coached football as well alongside Jim Ralston.

“Salem [Community Schools] reached out to us last year around November saying, ‘we’re looking at turf fields, can you get us some quotes?’ So we reached out to our vendors, one of those being Hellas. Salem was really drawn to what Hellas could offer, and what they have accomplished with other fields,” said Minton.

At 6:30 p.m. on that Friday night, a large crowd gathered to view the brand new turf field at Salem High School, and to celebrate the man that it has been dedicated to. Community members, students, and former players all came out to show support for the field and for Jim Ralston.

The dedication began with words from former coworker and friend, Hank Weeden, and was followed by words from former player Jamie Richardson. Both had nothing but wonderful things to say about Ralston, but there was one common factor behind everything said that night: Ralston has made a massive impact in every single life he has touched. Through his kindness, sense of humor and smile, he has worked hard to make the community and world a better place.

Jim Ralston began his career at Salem High School on May 19, 1978 on his 26th birthday. Ralston received a phone call from the superintendent at the time offering him a job at the school as the football coach.

“My first game was such a memorable event. We fought through a 5-overtime game with West Washington, surviving a touchdown and a two-point conversion just to go to another overtime,” said Ralston. “By the way, we won, and the victory set the tone for the next season.”

Ralston went on to coach football at Salem for the next 19 years.

“A relationship between a coach and his players is special, and for me, cannot be forgotten. It was so much fun. The players dedicated their time with sweat and energy to do their best for our team. I want to thank all of them for their dedication, and for helping to make this day possible. I also want to thank our great fans. Many times at away games, our crowd would be larger than the home team,” said Ralston.

After looking out at the new turf field, Ralston said, “this field very much belongs to all of us. Past, present and future, who dedicate time and energy to the students of Salem Community Schools.”

Ralston then went on to provide the future benefits of the new turf field.

“No more outdoor troubles in soccer games, no more band contests called off because of a super wet field. No more mowing, watering or lining the field. This is a field to be proud of, and one that will serve our community for many years.”

He concluded by reciting a motto that he has said to his students and players for many years.

“Over the 19 years of my coaching career, I constantly repeated to my players: ‘work hard, do things correctly, and good things will happen to you.’ I offer you this motto, and I wish you the best of luck in this season,” said Ralston. “Again, thank you so much for this honor, and no matter where I live, I will always be a Salem Lion.”