COMMUNITY

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Library Gallery will host an exhibit titled “Reflections and Perspective” by Owensboro, KY, artist Diane Huff from June 1 – July 17, 2026. Huff describes this collection of work as “an intellectual exploration into reflections, perspective and depth while at the same time opening psychological reflections on reality, imagination, fantasy—where does the…

Saint Meinrad Archabbey has received a planning grant of $75,000 from Lilly Endowment, Inc. to study how artificial intelligence is shaping the faith of young adults in the midst of a rapidly changing workplace. Saint Meinrad will use the grant to convene a Faith and AI Summit of scholars and pastoral leaders and to investigate…

The Rotary Club of Dubois County is reminding the community that nominations for the prestigious ATHENA Leadership Award are due by June 8, 2026. The ATHENA Leadership Award recognizes outstanding women who demonstrate excellence in their profession, contribute meaningfully to their community, and actively support the advancement and leadership of women. Nominees are leaders who inspire…

The Heart of Jasper is bringing the community together next week with two popular events as warmer weather takes hold. On Thursday, June 4th, Downtown Chowdown returns to the Jasper Riverwalk Plaza from 4:00–8:00 PM. The free, family-friendly evening features a variety of food vendors, live music from The LJ’s, and a relaxed atmosphere perfect…

The Lincoln Amphitheatre has announced its 2025-2026 “Honest Abe” award recipients at elementary schools in the North Spencer County School Corporation and the South Spencer School Corporation.  The recipients, selected by their teachers, must have exemplified outstanding strength of character, integrity, honesty, and trust. Inside and outside the classroom, the awardee has displayed leadership, as…

Aubree R. Gogel of Huntingburg was awarded the 2026 Huntingburg Kiwanis Club Ray Goldman Scholarship.  Ms. Gogel is a 2026 graduate of Southridge High School, where she received an Academic Honors diploma and also completed an Associate’s degree in general studies from Ivy Tech Community College. She was active in Key Club, National Honor Society,…

Join the Patoka Lake Watershed Steering Committee and their partners for a Hike & Learn event on June 6th in celebration of National Trails Day. This free event will take place from 8 a.m. to noon EDT at Jasper Farmers Market, located at 100 Third Ave, Jasper.  Stop by anytime in the morning for activity booths and…

Deaconess Memorial Medical Center is excited to announce that the next recipient of the GARDENER Award is Ben Kizior. Kizior works in the Laboratory and was nominated by a patient. In the nomination, he was described as one who took the extra time necessary to ensure appropriate follow-up for a patient so testing could be…