Southridge High School senior Makenna Hiter spent her high school career demonstrating academic excellence, leadership, service, and a passion for education. Those qualities recently earned her two scholarships through the SW Dubois Education Foundation: the Verla Flick Scholarship and the Thomas and Virginia Schnellenberger Scholarship. The Verla Flick Scholarship awards one student a renewable $5,000…

DC Multisport is thrilled to announce that online registration is open for the highly anticipated Jasper Strassenfest Bike Ride! This annual event, a highlight of the Strassenfest celebrations, will take place on Saturday, August 1, 2026. Cyclists of all ages and skill levels are invited to join this scenic ride through the beautiful landscapes of…

The Dubois County women’s leadership organization, Women Empowering Women (WEW), is pleased to host Her Journey of Becoming, an inspiring luncheon and panel discussion featuring three accomplished women leaders from across the region. The June 24, 2026, session will be held at the Fairfield Inn & Suites Jasper (333 River Centre Landing, Jasper, IN). Doors will open…

Join the Patoka Lake Watershed Steering Committee and their partners for a Hike & Learn event on June 6th in celebration of National Trails Day.  This free event will take place from 8 a.m. to noon EDT at Jasper Farmer’s Market, which is located at 100 Third Ave, Jasper, IN.  Stop by anytime in the morning…

The Lower East Fork White River Watershed Partners invite the community to attend “Source to Sip: The Journey of Drinking Water,” a free, family-friendly educational event focused on protecting our freshwater resources.  All are welcome to stop in anytime between 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. ET on June 30, 2026, at Jasper Parklands Pavilion, located…

Deaconess Memorial Medical Center is hosting a Health Careers Camp for high school students in June. The link to sign up is: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/KSBujkhRmy

The Rotary Club of Dubois County is excited to announce its Mixed Doubles Pickleball Tournament, set to take place on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at the Alvin C. Ruxer Student Gym on the Vincennes University Jasper campus. Held during Jasper Strassenfest and in celebration of the theme of America’s 250th anniversary, “Threads of History, Patterns…

The Dubois County Highway Department will be closing Celestine Road North beginning Wednesday, June 3, 2026, to replace a bridge deck and beams. The closure will take place 0.16 miles south of State Rd 545. Work is expected to last approximately five weeks, barring any inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances.

The Huntingburg Police Department is hosting a Citizens Firearm Safety Course for members of our community interested in learning safe and responsible firearm handling practices. This course will be taught by law enforcement firearms instructors and will cover: Location: Huntingburg Police Department & Huntingburg Firearms Range; Date/Time: July 23, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and…

Guess what’s back? Rotary Club of Jasper – Passport is excited to announce the return of Connections & Cabernet, a relaxed, community?driven networking night designed to bring together professionals from across the region. Following the success of our previous event, we’re bringing the energy back to The Social Pour on June 18th from 4 to…

Homeowners with septic systems are reminded that regular septic tank maintenance is important for protecting both their property and local waterways. Experts recommend septic tanks be pumped every three to five years, depending on household usage and tank size. Without regular maintenance, sludge buildup can eventually lead to costly system failures. To help residents maintain…

The Patoka Lake Watershed Committee is hosting a free Hoosier Riverwatch training on June 17th, 8:30am – 3pm at the Patoka Lake Regional Water & Sewer District office (2647 State Road 545, Dubois, IN). This training will be composed of both a classroom session and a field session.  Attendees will learn about water sampling methods,…

Saint Meinrad Archabbey Library Gallery will host an exhibit titled “Reflections and Perspective” by Owensboro, KY, artist Diane Huff from June 1 – July 17, 2026. Huff describes this collection of work as “an intellectual exploration into reflections, perspective and depth while at the same time opening psychological reflections on reality, imagination, fantasy—where does the…

Saint Meinrad Archabbey has received a planning grant of $75,000 from Lilly Endowment, Inc. to study how artificial intelligence is shaping the faith of young adults in the midst of a rapidly changing workplace. Saint Meinrad will use the grant to convene a Faith and AI Summit of scholars and pastoral leaders and to investigate…

The Rotary Club of Dubois County is reminding the community that nominations for the prestigious ATHENA Leadership Award are due by June 8, 2026. The ATHENA Leadership Award recognizes outstanding women who demonstrate excellence in their profession, contribute meaningfully to their community, and actively support the advancement and leadership of women. Nominees are leaders who inspire…

The Heart of Jasper is bringing the community together next week with two popular events as warmer weather takes hold. On Thursday, June 4th, Downtown Chowdown returns to the Jasper Riverwalk Plaza from 4:00–8:00 PM. The free, family-friendly evening features a variety of food vendors, live music from The LJ’s, and a relaxed atmosphere perfect…

The Lincoln Amphitheatre has announced its 2025-2026 “Honest Abe” award recipients at elementary schools in the North Spencer County School Corporation and the South Spencer School Corporation.  The recipients, selected by their teachers, must have exemplified outstanding strength of character, integrity, honesty, and trust. Inside and outside the classroom, the awardee has displayed leadership, as…

Aubree R. Gogel of Huntingburg was awarded the 2026 Huntingburg Kiwanis Club Ray Goldman Scholarship.  Ms. Gogel is a 2026 graduate of Southridge High School, where she received an Academic Honors diploma and also completed an Associate’s degree in general studies from Ivy Tech Community College. She was active in Key Club, National Honor Society,…

Join the Patoka Lake Watershed Steering Committee and their partners for a Hike & Learn event on June 6th in celebration of National Trails Day. This free event will take place from 8 a.m. to noon EDT at Jasper Farmers Market, located at 100 Third Ave, Jasper.  Stop by anytime in the morning for activity booths and…

Deaconess Memorial Medical Center is excited to announce that the next recipient of the GARDENER Award is Ben Kizior. Kizior works in the Laboratory and was nominated by a patient. In the nomination, he was described as one who took the extra time necessary to ensure appropriate follow-up for a patient so testing could be…

Celebrate this country’s 250th Anniversary by joining the Friends of the Patoka River National Wildlife Refuge, as they sponsor a live presentation of our national symbol, the American Bald Eagle. The Bald Eagle is one of the most symbolic and revered birds in this country, but that wasn’t always the case. Join us as we…

The Jasper Municipal Water Department announces the Boil Water Advisory issued for Leopold St, between 13th and 14th Streets has been LIFTED. Water is safe for human and pet consumption.  If your water has discoloration, please run your cold water tap until it clears.   Any questions can be directed to the Jasper Municipal Water…

Daughters of Isabella Jasper Circle #140 will hold their June monthly meeting on Monday, June 8, 2026, at 6:30 p.m., in Room 301, at St. Joseph Parish Center. They will not be meeting in July.

Abbey Caskets, a work of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, will be sponsoring a 13-week GriefShare support group at Saint Meinrad Archabbey Guest House, St. Meinrad, IN, on Mondays at 1:00 p.m. Central time. The first meeting will be Monday, August 3, 2026. A GriefShare support group is a safe, welcoming place that helps people navigate the…

Thermwood Corporation is proud to announce that Autumn Lough is our 2026 senior recipient of the $2,000 Renewal Thermwood Scholarships this year.   Autumn is the daughter of Vanessa Weyer and Josh Lough. She is a graduate of Forest Park High School. Autumn has been a member of the Marching Band for three years. She…