Kent R. Thrun, 49, of Evansville, passed away at home at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, June 9, 2024. Kent was born in Waubay, South Dakota, on November 19, 1974, to Anita Thrun. He graduated from high school in South Dakota and earned his bachelor’s degree. He was a United States Navy veteran who served during…
Robert Lee “Bob” Giesler, 87, of Birdseye, passed away on Monday, June 10, 2024, at Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center in Jasper. He was born March 23, 1937, in Jasper, to Raymond and Dorothy “Opal” (Blackgrove) Giesler. He married Beverly Joyce Frick on July 2, 1955, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Huntingburg. Bob…
Amy Kippenbrock, currently serving her second term as Dubois County Clerk, has formed an exploratory committee for Indiana State Senate District 48, which represents all of Crawford, Dubois, Gibson, Perry, Pike, and Spencer Counties. Mark Messmer, who has represented the district since 2014, received the Republican nomination for Indiana’s Eighth Congressional district last month. “I…
Christine Ann Lechner, 69, passed away surrounded by her loving family on June 6, 2024. She was born on March 5, 1955, to Robert and Jacqueline (Shackelford) Hartman in Evansville, Indiana. Chris was a graduate of Memorial High School, and continued her education at the University of Evansville, where she also dedicated many years of…
Remember to fast 12 hours prior to the scheduled screening appointment, drink plenty of water, and take medications as prescribed. Drinking plenty of water during their 12 hour fasting is encouraged as it hydrates the body (making it easier to find and draw labs). The Screening Dates/Times are as followed: When: Tuesday, July 23rd from 5:40 a.m….
State Rep. Stephen Bartels (R-Eckerty) recently received the Disabled American Veterans’ Legislator of the Year award for supporting Hoosier veterans and their families. “As a fellow veteran, advocating for Hoosier veterans along with those who are currently serving is one of my top priorities,” said Bartels, chair of the House Veterans Affairs and Public Safety…
The City of Jasper and contractor Calcar Paving will begin milling surface asphalt on Mill Street between 15th and 30th Streets starting Tuesday, June 11, 2024. The placement of new surface asphalt will occur after milling is complete. This work could last through the week. Motorists may wish to use Cathy Lane or Newton Street as detours.
The public is invited to Coffee and Conversation with Mayor Dean Vonderheide at Parlor Doughnuts in Jasper from 8 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. on Thursday, June 20. Parlor Dougnuts will have coffee for attendees. No need to RSVP – – just show up! Take this time to meet with the Mayor, hear what is going…
The public and the local community are cordially invited to attend and participate in the Annual American Flag Disposal Ceremony for Dubois County. The Dubois County Veterans Council (DCVC) will conduct the annual ceremony for disposing of worn, used, torn and unserviceable US American Flags on Friday, June 14th (FLAG DAY) at the Dubois County…
The WBDC Country Showdown presented by Mercy Urgent Care concluded on Friday, June 7th, naming Last Minute of Yorktown, Indiana, as the winner in front of a sold-out crowd at the Jasper Arts Center. Last Minute’s combination of musical talent, stage presence, charisma, and musicianship caught the attention of the judges. Jenna Rose of New Castle was…
