City of Huntingburg Christmas Tree pick-up beginning Friday, January 2
The City of Huntingburg’s Street Department will pick up Christmas trees for Huntingburg residents beginning on Friday, January 2, 2026. Future pickups will take place on Fridays, January 9, January 16, January 23, and January 30. Christmas trees must be placed near the curb and easy to see. To have a Christmas tree picked up,…
Dubois County Board of Finance to meet Jan. 20
The Board of Finance of Dubois County will meet in the Commissioner’s Room of the Courthouse Annex in Jasper, Indiana, 8:00 am January 20, 2026.
Dubois County Election Board meeting Jan. 13
The Dubois County Election Board will hold a public meeting on the first floor of the Dubois County Courthouse at 3 p.m. on Jan. 13, 2026. For more information, contact Dubois County Clerk Amy L. Kippenbrock at 812-481-7035.
Actors Community Theatre holding auditions for 2026 Dinner Theatre Play: “This Murder Was Staged”
Actors Community Theatre is excited to announce auditions for its upcoming dinner theatre production of “This Murder Was Staged” by Patrick Greene and Jason Pizzarello. Performances will be held on March 26th-29th, 2026, at the Jasper Arts Center. It’s opening night of a brand-new mystery play, but just as the killer is about to be…
Sisters of St. Benedict invite the public to a community prayer event
On Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. EST, the Sisters of St. Benedict invite the public to join them in prayer in St. Gertrude Hall at Monastery Immaculate Conception in Ferdinand, IN. The event, part of The 100 Days of Prayer, Fasting and Advocacy initiative of the Leadership Conference of Women Religious unites religious…
Dance Central Academy Christmas Concert supports Community Food Bank
Come Celebrate the holidays and support the Community Food Bank. The public is invited to bring non-perishable food items or a monetary donation to a concert featuring the Strings Inc. and the Dance Central Academy students. The performance starts at 10 a.m. on December 20.
First Saturday Hike
Start the new year with adventure and fresh air! Join us for the First Saturday Hike of 2026 on January 3, 2026, at 8 a.m. CDT at the beautiful Patoka River National Wildlife Refuge, Columbia Mine Management Area. We’ll explore the Massey Trail, a scenic 1.5-mile loop that offers stunning vantage points of Massey Lake….
Daughters of Isabella Jasper Circle December meeting minutes
Members of the Daughters of Isabella Jasper Circle #140 met for their Christmas Dinner on Monday, December 8, at St. Joseph Parish Center in Jasper. Regent Marge Beckman welcomed the ladies to the dinner and evening. She introduced vice regent Sharon Gramelspacher and past regent Kathy Schneider as they began their terms. Father John Brosmer,…
Sisters of St. Benedict to host trumpet and piano concert
On Friday, January 16 at 6:00 p.m. EST, the Sisters of St. Benedict will host a trumpet and piano concert at Monastery Immaculate Conception in Ferdinand, Indiana. Presented in collaboration with Indiana University, the performance will feature Jason Bergman on trumpet and Kimberly Carballo on piano, and will include pieces composed by Philippe Gaubert, Cait…
Heart of Jasper announces 2026 Facade Grant Program
Heart of Jasper is now accepting applications for the 2026 Façade Grant Program, an initiative designed to support property owners and businesses in enhancing the appearance, vitality, and historic character of Downtown Jasper. The Façade Grant Program provides financial assistance for exterior improvements that contribute to a more vibrant and welcoming downtown district. Eligible projects…
Indiana 211: Connecting Hoosiers to holiday support and essential resources
As the holiday season approaches, Indiana 211 is reminding Hoosiers that help is only three digits away. Whether families are seeking holiday meals, toy assistance, winter shelter, or support with basic needs, Indiana 211 is available?to connect residents with local, trustworthy resources across all 92 counties. Holiday and Winter Resource Support Holiday Meals & Food…
Organist Gail Archer to Perform Messiaen’s “Meditations on the Mystery of the Holy Trinity” at Saint Meinrad
Saint Meinrad Institute for Sacred Music will host a concert by organist Gail Archer titled “Meditations on the Mystery of the Holy Trinity by Olivier Messiaen (1908-1992)” on March 1, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Central Time, in the Archabbey Church. Olivier Messiaen, perhaps the most famous Catholic composer of the 20th century, wrote the Meditations on the Mystery…
Being for Others Foundation announces 2026 grant opportunities, launches new community collaboration program
The Being for Others Health and Wellness Foundation (BFO) today announced its 2026 grant opportunities, including three distinct programs designed to strengthen health and wellness across Southern Indiana: While all three programs advance BFO’s mission to create a culture of health and wellness for the betterment of our communities, the Community Collaboration Program represents a…
Community asked to support World War II vet
Loren Brown, a World War II veteran in Crawford County, will turn 101 on December 19, and friends and family have asked the community to shower him with cards. If you would like to send him a birthday card, here is the address. Loren Brown3554 West Brown Mountain RoadSt. Croix, IN 47576 Here is an…
Jasper closing 20th Street for storm sewer work
The Jasper Street Department will close 20th Street from 19th Street to Poplar Lane on Tuesday, December 16, 2026, starting at 8:00 a.m. for a storm sewer replacement. Barring any unforeseen issues, the street should reopen by 4:00 p.m. the same day.
Free Sheepshead training returns to Dubois County for four-week session
UPDATE: Due to the potential Indiana/Ohio rematch, the class will be delayed by one week. We’ve updated the dates in the story below A free four-week training course on Sheepshead, a traditional German card game, is returning to Dubois County. Led by Laura Grammer, the sessions kick off on four consecutive Mondays starting January 26….
Dubois County Museum closed Friday, Reopens Saturday for special programs
The Dubois County Museum will be closed on Friday, December 12, 2025, due to the snowstorm. The museum will be open on Saturday, December 13, 2025, for the Sweets with Santa program beginning at 9:00 am, and for our Cookie Walk on Saturday and Sunday.
Dubois County Democratic Party hosting Christmas Potluck
The Dubois County Democratic Party is hosting a Christmas Potluck Party December 12. Please join us to celebrate the progress we have made this year and prepare for all the wonderful things we’ll achieve for our community in the election year 2026. When:Friday, December 12, 20255:00 PM – Late Where:Ferdinand Senior Citizens Center313 W 9th…
Dubois County Community Foundation announces grant awards
The Community Foundation recently awarded $54,600 in grants to support projects across Dubois County, addressing pressing local needs and enhancing the county’s quality of place. Heitman House of Holland received a $15,000 grant for the restoration of the historic Heitman House in Holland to renovate a historically significant home into a public gathering place. Funded by: The Fund for…
Framing Ferdinand Christmas Decorating contest
Calling All Ferdinand Residents. Who’s ready for some friendly competition?! Enter the 2nd Annual Christmas Decorating Contest sponsored by Framing Ferdinand! Submit your entry by December 17th for a chance to win 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place prizes! A People’s Choice winner will also be announced on Facebook on December 22nd. New this year: A…
LifeSpring Health Systems recipient of $25,000 donation to support youth mental health
CareSource brought together the University of Louisville (UofL) and Indiana University (IU) men’s basketball teams for The CareSource Invitational – Indianapolis, Supporting Mental Health, a game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse dedicated to raising awareness for adolescent and young adult mental health. Focused on the powerful message, “it’s OK to not be OK,” the game aimed to…
Saint Meinrad Institute for Sacred Music to host a workshop on Praying with Chant
The Saint Meinrad Institute for Sacred Music, St. Meinrad, IN, will host a workshop titled “Praying with Chant” on January 12-16, 2026. The focus of the week will be on the spiritual and theological dimensions of sacred music. Participants will explore questions such as: Why do we sing at all? Why and how does music…
Indiana State Police Jasper Post welcomes K-9 Leo
On Wednesday, December 10, 2025, the Indiana State Police held a ceremony at the Indiana State Police Museum for the nine K-9 handlers who completed the 16th Indiana State Police K-9 Training School. Trooper Austin Collins (Jasper Post) and his partner “Leo” were among those graduates. The Indiana State Police K-9 School is an annual 12-week school…
Dubois County Soil & Water Conservation District annual meeting tickets on sale
The Dubois County Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) invites the public to attend its Annual Meeting on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at St. Mary’s Church Cafeteria in Ireland (2829 N 500 W, Jasper, IN 47546). Doors open at 6:00 p.m. EST, and the meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. EST. A snow/rain date has…
Saint Meinrad Archabbey Church Christmas schedule
Christmas season Masses will be livestreamed from Saint Meinrad Archabbey Church With the holiday season approaching, all are welcome to pray with the Benedictine monks. Seating in the Archabbey Church is limited; however, the Christmas services will be livestreamed at www.saintmeinrad.org/live. Here is the schedule of services. All times are Central Time. Christmas Eve, Wednesday, December 24: Wednesday…
Jasper/Ireland Kindergarten and Pre-kindergarten registration information
Registration dates for Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten for the 2026-2027 school year at Jasper Elementary and Ireland Elementary School have been set. Kindergarten Registration Kindergarten Registration will open on January 12, 2026. Students must be 5 years old on or before August 1, 2026, to register. Online registration is a two-step process. First, use the SignUpGenius…
Strings, Inc. Christmas recital Sunday, Dec. 14
Strings, Inc. is having a. Christmas Recital on Sunday, Dec. 14 at 3:00 p.m. at Holy Family church. Strings, Inc. is a non-profit arts organization dedicated to providing professional, personalized violin instruction according to the Suzuki method for students in south-central Indiana. It is led by Rafaela Schaick.
Beta Gamma Chapter of Alpha Delta Kappa November meeting
Beta Gamma Chapter of Alpha Delta Kappa, an honorary sorority for women educators, met on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at Holy Family Fellowship Hall in Jasper. President Beth Meece welcomed all twenty-seven members. Instead of a guest speaker, members wrote messages of encouragement on pencils for eight graders to be given out in January by…
Nurse Practitioner Taryn Goeppner brings a heart for service to hospitalist role
When Taryn Goeppner, FNP-C, walks into a patient’s room, she brings with her more than clinical training and credentials — she brings purpose, empathy, and a deep-rooted belief in serving the whole person. This December, Goeppner will officially join the Daviess Community Hospital hospitalist team, delivering inpatient care with compassion and integrity. “I felt called…
Final week for City of Huntingburg Leaf Pick-Up: December 22-24.
The final week for Huntingburg’s city-wide leaf pick-up is December 22-24. Leaves will be collected south of Highway 64 on Mondays and Tuesdays and north of Highway 64 on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Fridays will be a catch-up day. Huntingburg Leaf Pick Up is a complimentary service and you are not required to call into City…
