A community Juneteenth celebration is set to offer residents an opportunity to learn about the holiday’s historical significance while experiencing Black culture through food, music, and educational activities. Jasper Arts and the Jasper Public Library are celebrating the fourth annual Juneteenth Community Event in the Atrium in the Thyen-Clark Cultural Center this Saturday, June 14th,…
The Dubois County Emergency Management reported the St. Anthony weather siren is not working at this time. While the siren is repaired, Scott Uebelhor, St. Anthony Fire Department Chief, and Tammy Humbert, Director of Dubois County Emergency Management, are encouraging all residents of St. Anthony to be aware of the problem and to verify that…
by Madelyn Hanes, Indiana Capital Chronicle May 21, 2025 Low-to-moderate income Hoosiers can now apply to the Indiana Energy Saver Program to save money and make their home more energy efficient. The Indiana Office of Energy Development launched the $182 million federally funded program last week, aimed at reducing utility costs, improving home comfort and…
“A complete epic 70s rock concert recreation” is scheduled at the historic Astra Theatre on Saturday, May 10, 2025 The Astra Theatre will be taken over by 70s rock music on Saturday, May 10, when The Classic Rock Experience takes to the Jim & Pat Thyen Performance Stage. Stackin’ Eights will be kicking off the…
Saint Meinrad Archabbey’s pilgrimages to honor the Blessed Mother at the Monte Cassino Shrine have been scheduled for the Sundays in May. The pilgrimages begin with an opening hymn and a short sermon, followed by a rosary procession. The service ends with the Litany of the Blessed Virgin and a hymn. Speakers and topics for the…
Novice Joshua Brahm professed his temporary vows as a Benedictine monk in a ceremony on January 20, 2025, at Saint Meinrad Archabbey, St. Meinrad, IN. He has completed his novitiate, a year of prayer and study of the Benedictine way of life. As is the custom during the profession of vows, he chose a religious…
Holland Elementary held its annual school spelling bee on Friday, December 6, 2024. The winner was fourth grader, Cooper Brown. He is the son of Brad and Andrea Brown. His homeroom teacher is Lindsey Sickbert. The runner-up was third grader Perseus Lochmann. He is the son of Mary Lochmann. His homeroom teacher is Breann Rainey….
$40,000 goal to receive a matching grant through IHCDA’s CreatINg Places initiative Holland residents will soon have improved safety and lighting in a beloved park if this crowdfunding campaign reaches its goal of raising $40,000 by Feb. 7, 2025. If successful, the project led by the Town of Holland will receive a matching grant as part of…
by Niki Kelly, Indiana Capital Chronicle October 21, 2024 Judicial retention is usually a foregone conclusion during election season, but an effort to remove three Indiana Supreme Court justices who upheld Indiana’s abortion ban is causing a stir this year. Chief Justice Loretta Rush, Justice Mark Massa and Justice Derek Molter are up for retention, along with…
A burn ban is still in effect in Dubois County. Despite the recent rainfall, the ground and vegetation remain very dry. Once there has been enough significant rainfall for the fire chiefs to deem conditions safe, a notice will be sent to all Dubois County residents. The Dubois County Fire Departments remind everyone that the…
