Commissioners plan to have nominations for a planning commission by the next meeting so it can meet its goals of considering a zoning ordinance by the end of the year. The council approved funding, and commissioners approved the contract with American StructurePoint to move forward with the framework the company developing the county’s comprehensive plan…
Four Dubois County marching bands were among the 32 that competed Saturday, October 3, at the ISSMA Scholastic Prelims & Open Class Invitational at Jerry Brewer Alumni Stadium in Jasper. All four earned gold ratings: This coming weekend, open class marching bands will compete in ISSMA Regional competitions at schools across the state.
The Community Foundation awarded $82,000 in grants to support programs and projects across Dubois County. St. James Lutheran Church of Holland received a $36,000 grant for start-up costs of His Heart Ministry, a volunteer-driven program serving residents who face barriers to safe housing, transportation, and accessing essential services. The ministry provides support that helps individuals remain safely and independently in their…
Jasper–The Jasper Municipal Water Department is currently working on a water main break at the corner of East 34th Street and Villa Drive. This will affect 26 water customers in this immediate area, including East 34th Street up to East 36th Street. Water will be shut off while repairs are being made. The anticipated time…
Jasper–The Jasper Economic Development Commission approved a 10-year phased property tax abatement for Woodworks LLC’s redevelopment of the former Indiana Furniture/Indiana Desk building on Mill Street, scoring the project 96 out of 100 points at Wednesday’s meeting. The board’s vote was unanimous. Woodworks LLC is a partnership between Premier Property Management and Krempp Construction, which…
Mr. Hartman, Your letter was a breath of fresh air. Your approach was fair, your questions were valid, and your tone was respectful. Thank you. Does accountability always mean incarceration? No. Conversely, can accountability mean staying in the community, working to support a family while following the rules under local supervision? Absolutely. When I said…
“Do you not see your neighbor?” Brandon Lopez asked rhetorically. “Do you not understand what is going on?” Lopez was gathered with about 80 concerned citizens who came out to the Dubois County Courthouse Saturday afternoon to protest recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity in the area. Spurred by the arrest of Jasper resident Angel…
As the Indiana Department of Transportation begins work on the roundabout at the intersection of State Road 64 and 162, the Dubois County Sheriff’s Office issued a warning to motorists. The Dubois County Sheriff’s Office is asking all motorists traveling through the Bretzville Junction area to exercise caution and remain patient as roadway construction continues….
Congratulations to our 2026 Miss Dubois County and court. 2026 Miss Dubois County – Bella Beckman2026 Miss First Runner Up – Amerynn Fetter2026 Queens Court – Mya Ziegler2026 Queens Court – Laurian Gayso2026 Miss Photogenic – Bella Beckman2026 Miss Congeniality – Mya Ziegler 2026 Teen Miss Dubois County – Kate Gray2026 Teen Miss First Runner…
Area churches and others are encouraged to join cathedrals and churches, community organizations and historical structures, national parks and memorials, and people from all states and territories on July 4 at 2:00 p.m. EDT for an Independence Day tradition. The tradition, featuring a solemn 13-count bell toll, commemorates the 1776 signing of the Declaration of…
