Wind damaged homes and structures throughout Dubois County during the early Saturday morning storm, which also caused several tornadoes in neighboring counties. “Dubois County fared incredibly well compared to other counties in District 10,” said Dubois County Emergency Management Director Tammy Humbert. “Gibson, Pike, Daviess, Martin (counties) were impacted pretty bad.” The National Weather Service…
Indiana State Police Superintendent Anthony Scott announced Sergeant Brock J. Werne has been promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. Lieutenant Werne will now serve as the Jasper District Commander in his new role. Lieutenant Werne has been a dedicated member of the Jasper Post for the last 17 years. His promotion follows a rigorous selection…
Friday, the Dubois County Airport Authority ceremoniously broke ground on its new terminal building at Huntingburg Regional Airport. The terminal, named after aviation pioneer Forrest “Frosty” Jones, represents the first time Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grant money has been approved for terminal construction at the airport. Airport Board President James (Jim) Hunsicker highlighted the historical…
“It is not just about migrants; it is about all of us, about the present and future of the human family.” —Message for the World Day of Migrants and Refugees, 2019, Pope Francis As followers of Jesus, we have heard the cry of the poor. Jesus told us to “welcome the stranger”; he also told…
The Indiana Department of Transportation announced due to the re-engineering of the roundabout planned for Bretzville Junction, construction has been delayed to 2026. The improvement to the intersection was originally announced in 2022, with plans to open in 2025. Last year, INDOT announced it had planned to begin construction this spring and open the intersection…
Jasper and Huntingburg have announced ways for residents to remove debris from the early morning Saturday storms. The City of Huntingburg Street Department will conduct storm damage limb pickup through Monday, March 24, 2025. To have your limbs picked up, please place them at the curb. There is no need to cut or bundle the…
The Indiana Department of Transportation announced State Road 164 will be closed beginning Monday, March 24 near Celestine. This closure will occur at the intersection of Celestine Road. This road closure will allow for a pipe replacement project to be completed. Depending on the weather, this closure is expected to last through the beginning of…
Second Avenue in Jasper will be closed until 7 or 8 p.m. Friday as the Jasper Electrical Department replaces a utility pole. The incident began when a passing semi-tractor trailer snagged a power line feeding a residence along the 1100 block of Second Avenue. The power line was pulled down, which caused a portion of…
Sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students at Holy Trinity Catholic School’s east campus participated in The Amazing Shake, a contest designed to improve interpersonal skills. Inspired by the Ron Clark Academy program, the school introduced the program in 2024 for the first time. Over a day-long event, students participate in several challenges scored by judges…
The Town of Ireland is celebrating its roots this weekend with the St. Patrick’s Day Celebration. Each year the town gathers for a town-wide St. Patrick’s celebration full of fellowship and fun. ?Events include a Dodgeball/Cornhole Tournament, an Irish Trot (5K Run/Walk), St. Patty’s Breakfast, Luck of the Irish Craft & Vendor Fair, Cars and Coffee, St….
