With early voting in the primary election underway, Dubois County voters have three candidates to choose from to run for sheriff on the Republican ticket in the November election. Tim Lampert, Jesus Monarrez, and Brian LaRoche are each seeking the nomination for one of the county’s most visible law enforcement positions. To help voters better…
In early 2026, the Being for Others Health and Wellness Foundation (BFO) hosted eight informational sessions and invited community members to come together to learn about upcoming grant programs that align with BFO’s vision of Healthy Communities. BFO hosted events at local establishments within their service region of Crawford, Daviess, Dubois, Martin, Orange, Perry, Pike,…
Investing In The Critical First Five Years This week, Dubois County joins communities across the country to celebrate the Week of the Young Child (April 11-17). Established by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), this annual celebration focuses public attention on the needs of young children and their families, while recognizing…
On April 17, 1936, the Astra Theatre opened its doors for the very first time, screening The Unguarded Hour. Ninety years later to the day, we’re throwing a celebration with live music! Tickets are on sale now at AstraTheater.com and are $10. Doors and concessions will open at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, April 17. Beginning…
by Leslie Bonilla Muñiz, Indiana Capital Chronicle April 14, 2026 About 14,000 additional low-income children could soon nab vouchers for free and reduced-cost child care under a $200 million proposal announced Tuesday by Gov. Mike Braun’s administration. The administration will ask the State Budget Committee to let it divert $200 million from the General Fund…
One of the first events celebrating America’s 250th was held over the weekend in Ferdinand State Forest. Featuring reenactors and history buffs, The Revolutionary Rendezvous offered a hands-on, immersive experience for hundreds of middle schoolers on Friday. Students rotated through a variety of demonstrations, including a skirmish, blacksmithing, log-hewing, ropemaking, stone carving, games and more….
The Southwest Dubois County School Corporation announced the outstanding results from a recent statewide analysis evaluating school effectiveness using a “value-added” model—an approach that measures how much schools contribute to student success beyond expected outcomes. The study found that while 41% to 53% of student performance is influenced by socioeconomic and demographic factors, an equally…
“Voices & Votes: Democracy in America” Opens May 16 at the Timeless French Lick Visitors Center with Ribbon Cutting and Public Celebration FRENCH LICK — The Orange County Convention & Visitors Bureau announced that Timeless French Lick will serve as the host community for “Voices & Votes: Democracy in America,” a Smithsonian Institution traveling exhibition,…
State Representative Shane Lindauer has introduced bills in the 2024 and 2026 sessions to create paths to use gold-backed debit cards in Indiana. Most recently, House Bill 1227 was referred to a committee and not considered by the legislature.
“Looking back two years ago is incredible, seeing where we are now,” Boone Taylor, director of Mind Body and Soul, said. “I didn’t do this on my own and it wouldn’t have happened if God weren’t involved.” Operation Mind Body and Soul’s journey began with a vividly detailed dream that Boone believes was a vision….
