The Dubois County Council heard several concerns regarding the coroner’s office at Monday’s regular meeting. Regarding the department’s deputies, Dubois County Coroner Katie Schuck requested the council consider a 7 percent pay raise for her office rather than the proposed 2 percent increase. She told the council the lower rate fails to account for the…
The Jasper Common Council met Wednesday and took the following actions. Infrastructure Projects and Water System Updates Heard an update and overview on the Gas and Water Departments from Manager Tim Doersam. He reported the emergency backup water supply is complete, though some issues remain with the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system. The…
At Monday’s regular Greater Jasper Consolidated School Board of Trustees meeting, the board heard a report on the overall successes and income of the corporation’s sports programs. Jasper Athletic Director Phil Kendall reported that Jasper Athletics had an exceptionally strong year, with five of six spring sports winning sectional titles, including a team state championship…
The Huntingburg Park Board learned it was the recipient of a $30,000 grant from the National Fitness Campaign to support the creation of an outdoor fitness court in Niehaus Park. The fitness court would complement existing recreational amenities at Niehaus Park, which already attracts residents for the walking/running path, disc golf course and driving range….
Commissioners heard that a property owner has made significant progress on demolishing an unsafe building in Dubois, but he still faces a two-week deadline to complete the remaining work. County officials maintain their backup demolition plan. Christina Pierini, Environmental Specialist at the County Health Department, reported that Slotten has removed the deteriorating wall structure and…
Huntingburg officials are taking increasingly aggressive action against property code violations, with the city attorney outlining a multi-step enforcement process that includes daily fines up to $7,500 and potential court-ordered injunctions. The escalated enforcement came into focus during Tuesday’s common council meeting when resident Janet Schnell continued pressing officials about a property violation in her…
Dubois Strong reports economic development progress, seeks continued city funding Dubois Strong presented its annual report to the Huntingburg Common Council on Tuesday, outlining economic development achievements and requesting continued funding at the same level the organization has received since 2005 — which is $9,835.02 annually. Colton Pipenger, the organization’s executive director who recently moved…
The Heart of Jasper is planning a special Downtown Chowdown in 2026 to celebrate the country’s 250th Anniversary. Executive Director Kate Schwenk presented the Jasper Board of Public Works and Safety with a request to host the celebration at Jaycee Park on July 2, 2026. Schwenk stated that since the food truck event coincides with…
The Southeast Dubois County School Corporation Board of Trustees met for its regular meeting on August 6 and took the following actions: Stadium Construction and Dedication Plans Heard the Best Home Furnishings stadium project is nearing completion with substantial completion targeted for August 15th. Concrete pouring and fencing installation are currently underway. The first football…
The Huntingburg Board of Public Works approved two change orders for ongoing street projects during its recent meeting, while city officials outlined new procedures to prevent costly street reconstruction issues like those encountered on Arjem Street. The board approved a $15,333.63 change order for the Community Crossing backed project on Walnut and Jackson streets. The…
