Dubois County ARC announces 2026 grant application process
Jasper–The Dubois County Advocacy for Recovery and Prevention Council (ARC) is announcing the opening of its upcoming grant application process. Organizations and agencies serving Dubois County are invited to apply for funding to support programs and initiatives focused on prevention, treatment, recovery, and community wellness. The grant application process will open on Tuesday, July 14,…
Sisters of St. Benedict Offer “Come to the Quiet” Retreat at the Monastery.
Ferdinand–The Sisters of St. Benedict are offering a “Come to the Quiet” retreat, a time to renew and revitalize body, mind and spirit with rest and prayer in a peaceful environment. Under the guidance of a certified Spiritual Director, this quiet retreat will open and close with a prayer service. There will be opportunities for…
Red Cross declares emergency blood shortage
The American Red Cross is declaring an emergency blood shortage after the national blood supply fell nearly 25% in June, with platelets and types O positive and B negative in especially short supply. Red Cross distributions to hospitals are running nearly 3,500 units higher per week than expected, as trauma season demand collides with a…
Dubois County Health Department and Indiana DNR partner to offer free water safety training for families
Jasper–The Dubois County Health Department is partnering with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to offer a free Water Safety Training course for school-aged children and their families on Monday, July 27, 2026. The training will be held at the Dubois County Health Department, located at 1187 S. Saint Charles Street in Jasper, with…
Sisters of St. Benedict offer Pause and Pray Day at the Monastery
Ferdinand–The Sisters of St. Benedict invite anyone seeking a restful day of prayer to join them for their next Pause and Pray Day. Each Pause and Pray Day invites attendees to spend time with one of the four women Doctors of the Church. There will be opportunities to learn about each of these amazing women,…
Dubois County ARC to host ninth annual Overdose Awareness Candlelight Vigil on August 27
Huntingburg–The Dubois County Advocacy for Recovery and Prevention Council (ARC) invites community members to attend its ninth annual Overdose Awareness Candlelight Vigil on Thursday, August 27, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. EST at Market Street Park in Huntingburg. The event is free and open to the public, serving as an opportunity for the community…
Jasper Martial Arts Leader James Birkle to receive prestigious 2026 G.O.A.T. Honors Award
Jasper — Renshi James Birkle of Jasper, Indiana, has been selected as a recipient of the prestigious 2026 G.O.A.T. Honors (Greatest of All Time) Martial Arts Award in recognition of his lifetime of dedication, leadership, and service to the martial arts community. The G.O.A.T. Honors Awards, founded by Grand Master Lawrence Arthur, recognize distinguished martial artists worldwide…
Women of the Moose to host 4th annual Purse Etc. Bingo
Women of the Moose, Chapter #955, will host its 4th annual Purse Etc. Bingo on Saturday, July 12, at the Moose Lodge, 2507 Newton St. in Jasper. Doors open at 1 p.m., with bingo starting at 2 p.m. The event is open to the public and limited to ages 18 and up. Cost is $35…
Deaconess Memorial to host pre-nursing event for high school students
Deaconess Memorial Medical Center will host a “Dive into Nursing” event for high school freshmen through seniors on Thursday, Aug. 27, from 6 to 8 p.m. EDT at the hospital, 800 W. 9th St. in Jasper. Registration begins at 5:30 p.m. The event is designed to give students a hands-on look at the nursing profession,…
Call for artisans for Autumn Moon Fine Arts Fair
Jasper Arts is pleased to announce a new artisan event, Autumn Moon Fine Arts Fair at the Thyen-Clark Cultural Center. Formerly known as The Beehive, the new fair is accepting Artisan applications for this year’s event, to be held Saturday, October 24, from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Autumn Moon Fine Arts Fair is seeking…
Dubois County Museum hosting 7th Annual Car Show August 9
The Dubois County Museum announced its seventh annual Car Show on Sunday, August 9, 2026, at the museum on 2704 N. Newton Street (U.S. 231 N). It will be held in the shady, grassy area behind the museum, rain or shine. Car registration will be held from 9:00 a.m. to noon Eastern Time. Cost is…
Sewer lateral repair closing portion of Third Street
Huntingburg–Huntingburg Mechanical will have Third Street from Geiger Street to Walnut Street closed tomorrow, July 8, 2026 from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for a sewer lateral repair. Please use alternative routes of travel.
Strassenfest Wettlauf registration open
Registrations are now being accepted for the 2026 Wettlauf 5K Run & Fitness Walk, which will be held during the Strassenfest in Jasper on Saturday, August 1. The race will begin at 8:00 a.m. ET at the corner of 9th & Main Streets. The course includes rolling, paved city streets, and the route will be well-marked…
Dubois County Museum hosting Jim Hedinger for brown bag lunch talk on Pioneer Andrew Evans and early Jasper history
Jasper resident Jim Hedinger will speak on Thursday, July 30, at noon, for a Brown Bag Lunch Talk on Jasper history at the Dubois County Museum. Kick off your Jasper Strassenfest 2026 with this informative talk. Bring your lunch and enjoy hearing about the early family that settled Jasper. He is excited to share his…
Patoka Lake Clean Up Day set for September 26th.
The Patoka Lake Watershed Steering Committee will host its annual Patoka Lake Clean Up Day on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, in conjunction with National Public Lands Day. The event will begin at 8 a.m. at the Patoka Lake Corps of Engineers office, 4512 N. Cuzco Road, Dubois. Participants of all ages and abilities can sign…
City of Huntingburg seeking community input regarding City Park improvements
The City of Huntingburg is currently seeking community feedback as part of its grant application to improve City Park and its playground. Community members are encouraged to take a few minutes to complete a brief survey to share their thoughts on the park’s current condition and identify potential areas for improvement. Community input is an…
Planned water outage Tuesday, June 30, for East 14th Street
The Jasper Municipal Water Department will turn off water service, weather permitting, on Tuesday, June 30, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This outage will affect 12 water customers on East 14th Street between Leopold and Royal Streets. Personnel will place door hangers at affected residences and businesses. The outage is related to the water…
Indiana State Department of Agriculture announces cost share applications open
Beginning July 1, the Indiana State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) will be taking applications for county cost share projects that meet their eligible practices listing. The Indiana Management of Agriculture Enhancements (IMAGE) program is a cost-share initiative designed to help Indiana producers make practical improvements to their farming operations. Through financial assistance and technical support, IMAGE helps…
Registration open for annual Battle of the Paddle Pickleball Tournament
DC Multisport is excited to announce that registration is open for the annual “Battle of the Paddle” Pickleball Tournament, scheduled for September 26-27, 2026, at Bohnert Park in Jasper, Indiana. This recreational, non-sanctioned tournament welcomes players of all skill levels and ages. The event features Men’s and Women’s Doubles on Saturday, September 26, starting at…
JASPER announces scholarship recipients for 2026
Jasper Engines and Transmissions is proud to announce the winners of its annual scholarship program. Applicants must be dependent children of full-time JASPER Associates. A rating system of several criteria is used to determine the recipients. Congratulations to all scholarship recipients. Bailey Anderson is a graduate of Forest Park High School. She will attend Vincennes…
Dubois County Art Guild Gallery Walk at the Jasper City Mill
The Dubois County Art Guild at the Jasper City Mill in Jasper has a new exhibit on display through October 2026. The DCAG Gallery Walk exhibit changes every six months. The public is invited to the Jasper City Mill, open Thursday through Sunday. The featured artist for this time period is George Smith. George is…
Wastewater work to close Jasper intersection
Beginning Wednesday, June 24, the City of Jasper Wastewater Department will temporarily close the intersection at 13th Street and Leopold Street for approximately two days to complete utility work. Once the intersection reopens, Leopold Street will be closed during daytime hours only for approximately two weeks. The road will reopen to traffic each evening. Drivers are encouraged…
Spier Spencer Chapter, NSDAR to Host “A Salute to America250” at Lincoln Amphitheater
The Spier Spencer Chapter, Inc., of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) will host “A Salute to America250,” a patriotic program honoring the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary. The free event is set for 5:30 p.m. Central on June 27 at the Lincoln Amphitheater. No tickets are required. U.S. Rep. Mark Messmer (8th…
Sister Karen Sue Durliat to celebrate Golden Jubilee
FERDINAND, IN — On Saturday, June 27, Sister Karen Sue Durliat of the Sisters of St. Benedict in Ferdinand, will celebrate her Golden Jubilee, the fiftieth anniversary of her Monastic Profession, at a Jubilee Mass of Thanksgiving at 1:00 pm (EDT) at the monastery church in Ferdinand, with a reception immediately following. The service will…
Parklands Prairie Walk – June 30, 2026
A free educational event exploring native prairie plants – Jasper, IN Join the Invasive Species Awareness Coalition (ISAC) of Dubois County and the City of Jasper Parks Department for this free evening event Tuesday, June 30th, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Jasper Parklands, 800 W 15th St. Learn about the native prairie plants…
Deaconess Memorial offering health screenings and First Aid/CPR training
Friday Community Health Screenings Deaconess Memorial Medical Center is sponsoring a “Friday Community Health Screening” on Friday, June 26, 2026, from 6:00 – 9:00 a.m. at Memorial Southside Office, 1100 W. 12th Ave., Jasper, IN. Participants must be 18 years of age or older and will have cholesterol (including total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, and triglycerides) and blood glucose checked via…
Jasper road preservation schedule and restrictions begin next week
The Jasper Street Department, along with the contractor Seal Master, will begin their annual Asphalt Pavement Preservation Projects (Liquid Road) on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, barring any unforeseen events. This surface coating is comparable to a seal coating; however, it is thicker, more durable & designed to wear longer than an ordinary seal coating. Residents…
Ferdinand to close road for improvement project
Construction on Vienna Drive will begin June 22 as part of a three-phase road improvement project. During construction hours, Vienna Drive will be closed to through traffic. Detours will be in place, and motorists are asked to follow all posted signage. The road will reopen to traffic each day after construction hours, which are expected…
City of Huntingburg to plant Liberty Tree July 1
The City of Huntingburg will be hosting a Liberty Tree Dedication Ceremony on July 1, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. The Liberty Tree will be located near the entrance to Huntingburg City Park and marked with a red, white, and blue bow. After the Liberty Tree Dedication, the city encourages attendees to stay for the Dubois…
Kerstiens Companies hosting Community Wellness Summit
Join us for a powerful morning focused on whole-person wellness and community connection! Where: 1 DCB Plaza-Lower Level When: Saturday, June 27 Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM We’re bringing together a series of dynamic speakers to explore the many pillars of health, mind, body, and beyond. Our goal is to introduce you to wellness…
