Pediatric Hospitalist Maria Dodson, DO, has joined the medical staff at Deaconess Memorial Medical Center. Dr. Dodson received her medical degree at Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Indianapolis and completed a pediatric residency through IU School of Medicine at Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis. She is a member of the Indiana Osteopathic…

Tri-State McDonald’s restaurants in Evansville, Henderson, Owensboro, Jasper, Vincennes and the surrounding area will hold a one-day digital fundraising event Thursday, September 10, benefiting the Ronald McDonald House of the Ohio Valley Chapter. Participating, locally-owned restaurants will donate a portion of the day’s app sales to the local chapter. Customers can take part by placing…

Jasper — Deaconess Memorial Medical Center will welcome Dr. Martha Yearsley’s primary care practice into its Deaconess Clinic network effective Sept. 25, 2026. The practice will become Deaconess Clinic Family Medicine – Dorbett Street, located at 1005 Dorbett Street in Jasper, Indiana. The transition further strengthens Deaconess’ commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered primary care close to…

The Jasper Chamber of Commerce and chamber member EXOS will host a free “Cyber Threat Defense” lunch and learn for area business leaders on Thursday, September 17, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Jasper Train Depot. The event, subtitled “What Every Business Needs to Know,” is free to attend, with lunch provided. Topics…

Jasper–Deaconess Memorial Medical Center has announced its most recent class of family medicine residents. Residency training is the final step in the education process for physicians to be able to practice medicine independently. The five new residents include Arwa Khairaj, MBBS from Dow International Medical College in Karachi, Pakistan; Shanel Khan, MD from University of…

The first pieces of track for Cannonball! water roller coaster have been installed at Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari. While fans await the 2027 attraction, the 2026 season still has plenty of weekend fun on the calendar with the return of Friday Night Live! and the USA Today 10 Best-nominated Happy Halloween Weekends. “Cannonball! construction has been moving quickly,” said park President…

Emily Cushman, M.D. was recently appointed to the active medical staff at Deaconess Memorial Medical Center. ?She will see patients in the Emergency Department.   Dr. Cushman is a graduate of Jasper High School and earned her medical degree at Michigan State University in East Lansing. She recently completed her residency in emergency medicine at Kettering…

Springs Valley Bank & Trust Company was recognized as a Top 10 Performing Bank in Indiana for the second quarter of 2026 by the Bank Performance Report (BPR). This recognition reflects Springs Valley’s continued commitment to being a trusted financial partner for the families and businesses we serve. Through strong financial performance, local decision-making, and…

Jasper–SVB&T Corporation, the Jasper-based parent company of Springs Valley Bank & Trust Company, reported unaudited second-quarter earnings of $3.04 million, or $2.75 per basic share, the company announced Thursday. That’s a 41.75% increase in per-share earnings over the same period last year. The bank’s return on average assets was 1.84% for the quarter, up from…

Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari’s Summer Wine’d Down Culinary Festival is back for its second year. Featuring a menu of more than 40 new snacks, treats, small bites, and more across the parks’ restaurants, the event is one more reason for Guests to head to Santa Claus, Indiana. The event runs every day the parks are open…

Two Dubois County companies are among the 177 included in the U.S. Forest Service’s $105.5 million in wood innovation grants for projects across the nation that support active management of national forests and grasslands, promote wood and energy infrastructure by increasing manufacturing capacity and operational efficiencies and support rural economic prosperity and jobs. Werner Sawmill…

Jasper–Medical Oncologist Naveed Chowhan, MD, FACP, MBA, has joined the medical staff at Deaconess Lange-Fuhs Cancer Center.   A medical oncologist is a doctor with special training in diagnosing and treating cancer in adults using chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, biological therapy, and targeted therapy. Dr. Chowhan received his medical degree at CETEC University in the Dominican Republic….

Birdseye — Old Homestead Distilling Co. (OHDC) announced the promotion of Tyler Ritchison to Head Distiller, marking an exciting milestone in the distillery’s continued growth. “We are excited about Tyler Ritchison’s promotion to Head Distiller,” said Stephen Bartels, Distillery President. “He has been an essential part of OHDC since shortly after we opened. His dedication, attention to…

Dubois County–The Dubois County Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for its Third Quarter Grant Program, with applications due by August 30th. This quarter, the Chamber will award: The grant program is designed to support growth, innovation, and community impact within Dubois County. Funds may be used for projects such as equipment purchases, facility improvements, marketing…

Jasper–German American Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: GABC) reported record earnings for the second quarter of 2026, with net income reaching $38.2 million, or $1.02 per share — the highest quarterly earnings per share in the Jasper-based company’s history. The result marks a 16% increase on a per-share basis from first-quarter 2026 net income of $33.2 million,…

Jasper–Deaconess Memorial Medical Center announced the launch of its new Pediatric Hospitalist Program, expanding access to specialized inpatient care for children and newborns throughout the region. Amy Holthouser, MD and Meredith Carnes, PA-C, are now caring for hospitalized pediatric patients and newborns. The team will continue to grow this fall with the addition of two more pediatric providers,…

Jasper Chamber of Commerce announced two upcoming ribbon-cutting ceremonies. On Wednesday, August 5, at 10:30 a.m., the Chamber will celebrate the new ownership of Krodel Wholesale, LLC, by Fred and Jarod Sermersheim, with a ribbon-cutting. The business is located at 1250 Wernsing Road. Then on Friday, August 14, the Chamber will celebrate Thoroughbred Express Auto…

Jasper–Jasper Holdings, Inc. has been recognized by the Indianapolis Business Journal as the 17th largest private company in Indiana by revenue in its 2026 Corporate 100 report. This recognition places Jasper Holdings, Inc. among the state’s most successful privately held businesses and highlights the continued growth, strength, and performance of our associate-owned company. In addition…