Richard D. “Rick” Parson, 73, of Birdseye, passed away at 9:45 a.m. on Friday, January 29, 2021, at home. Rick was born in Shoals on June 14, 1947, to Walter and Marjorie (Richardson) Parson. He married Carol Fritz on March 7, 1971. He retired from truck driving, which he had done for many years. Rick…
Norma M. Wright, 78, of Velpen, passed away at 5:32 p.m., Tuesday, January 19, 2021, at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital, Owensboro, Kentucky. She was born June 7, 1942, in Perry County to Clarence and Genola (Underhill) Enlow. She married Gerald L. Wright who preceded her in death on September 19, 1995. Norma was a homemaker. …
Larron James Luegers passed away peacefully at 3:10 p.m. at his home on Thursday, January 28, surrounded by his loving family. Larron was born on April 27, 1947 to Robert W. and Lucille M. (Teder) Luegers. He married Beverly Eckert on August 24, 1968. He is survived by his beloved wife, Bev, of 52 years…
Robin O. Wertman, 63, of Holland, passed away at 6:26 a.m., Thursday, January 28, 2021, at The Timbers of Jasper Nursing Home. She was born December 3, 1957, in Vincennes, to Don and Barbara (Elliot) Nelson. Robin worked as a seamstress and was very artistic. She enjoyed cooking, sewing, and most importantly, being a grandma. She…
Dennis L. Stetter, 81, of Huntingburg, passed away at 7:08 a.m. on Sunday, January 24, 2021, at his residence. Dennis was born September 24, 1939, in Huntingburg to Herman and Esther (Brace) Stetter. He married Patricia A. (Emerson) Stetter. He retired as a rural mail carrier. Dennis previously worked for Metropolitan Life Insurance and had…
Thursday, the Indiana State Department of Health reported 18 new cases of Covid-19 in Dubois County. This brings the total number of cases up to 5,622 since the pandemic began. Additionally, 82 residents have died. The Indiana State Department of Health has moved Dubois County’s weekly score to “Orange”. However, the county still remains in the…
The House Ways and Means Committee advanced State Rep. Shane Lindauer’s (R-Jasper) legislation establishing the Hoosier Hospitality Small Business Restart Grant Program, which would support Indiana’s jobs and economy. According to the Indiana Office of Tourism Development, the tourism industry employs more than 150,000 individuals and contributes roughly $9.3 billion to Indiana’s economy. Lindauer said…
Brookside Village in Jasper held its second vaccination clinic for residents on Tuesday, January 26, 2021. They were one of the first skilled nursing facilities in the area to administer Covid-19 vaccinations last year and during this second clinic. “We have had fun celebrations each time,” said activities director Heather Bartley. “But, this clinic was…
Girls on the Run of Southwest Indiana’s spring season coach registration is now open. Girls on the Run is a physical activity-based, positive youth development program that inspires girls in 3rd through 8th grade to be joyful, healthyand confident. The eight-week program incorporates physical activity to teach critical life skills, encourage personal development, foster meaningful…
Due to sewer main repair work on Fifth Street, the road will be closed between Van Buren and Jackson Streets today, January 28, 2021, until approximately 3:30 p.m. Please find an alternate route during the work.
