The Dubois County Veterans Council announced the cancellation of the annual Veterans Day Observance recognizing a living veteran hosted by the Ferdinand American Legion and Ferdinand VFW scheduled for November 7th. According to Ken Schuetter, secretary and treasurer for the council, the council had planned on meeting on Monday, October 19 for its quarterly meeting to…
The Jasper Police Department was awarded a $9,000 grant from the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute to conduct several high-visibility enforcement campaigns designed to prevent traffic injuries and fatalities. The funding was provided by the National Traffic Safety Highway Administration, as part of the state’s Comprehensive Highway Injury Reduction Program, or CHIRP. “We’re always watching for…
The Dubois County Health Department reported another death attributed to Covid-19 has occurred. This is the 22nd death in Dubois County related to Covid-19. “Our prayers go out to the family and friends who are grieving,” said Dr. Theodore Waflart. “Please accept our heartfelt sympathies”. A partir del 12 de octubre, a las 12:30 p….
Monday, the Dubois County Health Department reported 81 new positive cases of novel coronavirus (Covid-19) in Dubois County. The estimated breakdown of the cases is 57 positives reported on Saturday; 11 on Sunday; and 13 as of 8 a.m. Monday morning. That brings the total to 1,206 positive cases of COVID-19 in Dubois County residents. Of…
Dubois County’s Veterans Service Office has reopened with a new face meeting veterans who stop by for assistance. After closing in March due to Covid-19, the office reopened September 22 with former Veterans Service Officer Bob Johnson handing the reins over to Amber Harris. The 25-year-old is a five-year veteran of the U.S. Air Force…
This year, Dubois County voters have two choices for Dubois Circuit Court Judge. Democratic incumbent Judge Nathan Verkamp is being challenged by Republican Kevin Crouse for the seat on the Dubois Circuit Court. The Circuit Court is the chief trial court in the county. In this court, those accused of criminal offenses, adult or juvenile,…
The Jasper German Club, Jasper Partnership Commission, and Sister Cities of Jasper, Inc. presented the 2020 German Heritage Award to Al and Judy Bennett. This is the 22nd year that this award has been presented. The annual German Heritage Award is presented to an individual or group who has contributed generously his/her or their time,…
Dubois County Clerk, Amy Kippenbrock reported that 1,996 residents have voted in-person in the first week of early voting in Dubois County. In response to the large turnout, the Election Board met and approved more early voting hour options. On Wednesday, October 14, 2020, the Courthouse Annex we will be open 8 a.m. to 8…
Another Dubois County resident has died due to the novel coronavirus (Covid-19) bringing the number of deaths attributed to the disease to 21. “My heart is with the family who are grieving,” said Dr. Theodore Waflart. “This loss is deeply felt by our entire community. Now more than ever, each of us must do our…
As numbers of cases continue to rise, the Dubois County Health Department is urging people to follow the guidelines put out by the CDC to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus. Friday, the health department reported 13 new positive cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Dubois County residents. This brings the total to 1,125…
