The Jasper Jaycees swarmed Jasper to look at all the beautiful Christmas light displays and named the winners of the 2023 decoration contest. “There was some tough competition this year and we wish we could have given out more spots! In fact, for the first time ever, we have compiled a map showing ALL of…
by Whitney Downard, Indiana Capital Chronicle December 8, 2023 Gubernatorial candidates from both the Republican and Libertarian parties pitched their campaigns to business leaders at a forum in Columbus Friday, selling their platform to the gathered crowd during the annual meeting for the local economic development corporation. The six candidates did not debate against one…
We are coming up on election season quickly, so it is again time to evaluate claims about economic policy. This isn’t a partisan process; candidates across the board tend to make claims that might trouble a close observer of the economy. I will focus on claims that might plausibly lead to counterproductive policies. I begin…
With the average cost of new vehicles and safety gear increasing by 20 to 30 percent in recent years, local volunteer fire departments are finding it challenging to continue relying on fundraisers and township funding as their sole sources of income. During a recent Dubois County Fire Chiefs meeting, members of the Dubois County Council…
Indiana’s next legislative session to begin Jan. 8 at Statehouse With Indiana’s lawmakers set to return to the Statehouse on Jan. 8 for the start of the 2024 legislative session, State Reps. Stephen Bartels (Eckerty) and Shane Lindauer (R-Jasper) released online surveys to gather constituents’ feedback on important issues. To get started, local residents can…
Steve Lechner, an employee of the Ferdinand Water/Wastewater Department, has been named Operator of the Year. Steve received this award at a conference in French Lick surrounded by his peers and family. This recognition is a testament to exceptional skills, unwavering commitment, and outstanding contributions to our organization. This is Steve’s second award this year….
Forest Park High School junior Charlie Hasenour has been named to the inaugural National Federation of High Schools (NFHS) National Student Advisory Council. The NFHS serves as the national leader for high school athletics and the performing arts to each of its 51 state member associations, including Washington, DC. Charlie has served on the Indiana…
The Patoka Valley Cadet Squadron, Civil Air Patrol’s newest unit, will celebrate its inauguration as a squadron at Southridge High School (1110 S Main St, Huntingburg, IN) on Saturday, December 16, 2023, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. EST. The unit formed in March of 2023 with the open house held at the Huntingburg Airport…
MasterBrand, Inc., North America’s largest manufacturer of residential cabinets, has announced plans to locate its corporate headquarters in Beachwood, Ohio. While Beachwood will be its new corporate headquarters, MasterBrand’s operations headquarters will remain in Jasper, Indiana, where the company remains committed to investing in that region as part of its unrivaled North American footprint. “Beachwood…
DC Multisport was formed in 2012 to promote health and wellness while giving back to our communities. In 2023, proceeds from four events totaled $27,509.87 in addition to the $2,000 generated from DC Multisport’s endowment funds that purchased clothing and hygiene products for each school corporation in Dubois County. Wednesday, December 6, members of the…
