Dubois County Community Foundation announced the recipient of the 2026 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship for Dubois County – Raynie Schnell of Northeast Dubois Jr/Sr High School. Schnell was selected from an applicant pool of 160 candidates across all four high schools in Dubois County. After the applicant pool was narrowed, nominees were submitted to the…

The Jasper Police Department is actively searching for a missing 16-year-old female. Allison Jasmine Alvarez Lopez was last seen at her home in Jasper on Friday, December 12, 2025. She is described as five feet tall, about 130 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair. Police reported that she may be with a male individual named…

The ownership of the Dubois County Bombers is asking the Huntingburg Park Board to reconsider the lease rate increase proposed for the 2026 season. Owner Justin Knepp addressed the board at its regular meeting on Monday about the proposed 80 percent increase in the lease. “We really appreciate and value our partnership with the city…

Two Alabama residents were arrested with merchandise stolen from multiple Home Depots, including the Jasper store, according to police. The pair was detected when a member of the asset protection team at the Jasper location found an unusually high number of power tools listed for sale on Facebook Marketplace and contacted the Jasper Police Department…

by Leslie Bonilla Muñiz, Indiana Capital ChronicleDecember 16, 2025 Beginning Jan. 1, more than half a million low-income Indiana residents won’t be able to use government food assistance to buy sugary drinks or candy. And state officials are preparing retailers and participants for the changes. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, is the nation’s…

Jasper and Dubois County Contractual Library Director Christine Golden was awarded a Key to the City of Jasper at last week’s regular meeting. It was a surprise to the director who helped lead the library through the decision-making process and move into its new home at the Thyen-Clark Cultural Center. The Thyen-Clark Cultural Center houses…

by Jon Tronc, Indiana Capital ChronicleDecember 15, 2025 As a teacher, I can explain how to balance a chemical equation or calculate the speed of a satellite in orbit, but school finance is far less straightforward. What I do know is that Indiana schools rely on two main funds, the education fund and the operations…

Greater Jasper Consolidated Schools (GJCS) was featured in Business View Magazine for its efforts to be at the forefront of educational innovation. Read the article at the link below.

by Tom Davies and Casey Smith, Indiana Capital ChronicleDecember 11, 2025 The Republican-dominated Indiana Senate spurned months of demands from President Donald Trump as it voted 31-19 on Thursday to reject a redrawing of the state’s congressional maps. The final outcome remained uncertain until 21 Republicans joined all 10 Democratic senators in blocking the redistricting…

The Jasper Police Department answered 1,166 calls for service during November, Police Chief Chad Dick reported to the Board of Public Works and Safety on Tuesday. Chief noted that the department handled 47 crashes with only property damage and six with injuries in November, several of which were related to snow and ice. “November ushered…

by Casey Smith and Tom Davies, Indiana Capital ChronicleDecember 10, 2025 A congressional redistricting proposal that has split Indiana’s Senate Republicans advanced to its final stage Wednesday after lawmakers quickly dispatched three Democratic amendments and positioned the high-stakes bill for a decisive vote on Thursday.  But it remains unclear whether the Senate GOP caucus has…

Southridge Psychology instructor and guidance counselor Erin Rauscher was recognized by Ivy Tech Community College as the Statewide Dual Credit instructor of the year. Rauscher was named the Statewide Dual Credit for Excellence in Education awardee at the November 18 award celebration. She was presented with the award in class on Monday. The President’s Award…

The regional sewer project serving Hayesville is working against a compressed timeline after unexpectedly jumping to 12th place on the state’s funding priority list. The district needs to complete land acquisition and design work by March 2026 to secure financing. Shane Spicer of Clark Dietz Design Engineering told county officials last week that the project’s…

The Being for Others Health and Wellness Foundation (BFO) announced the recipients of its third and final grant cycle of 2025, awarding 16 organizations whose projects advance health, well-being, and community resilience across BFO’s eight-county Southwest Indiana service region. With this final cycle, BFO fulfills its 2025 commitment to invest just over $650,000 in community-based…

Dubois County and Huntingburg were among the 191 communities receiving a share of the $100 million in state matching grants under the Community Crossing Grant program.  Huntingburg was awarded $283,579.60 from the state, and Dubois County was awarded $1 million. Gov. Mike Braun, Secretary of Transportation and Infrastructure Matt Ubelhor and INDOT Commissioner Lyndsay Quist today…

Long-time Indiana State Trooper Brian LaRoche has announced his candidacy for Dubois County Sheriff. “I am excited to announce my candidacy for Sheriff of Dubois County as a Republican for the upcoming2026 election,” LaRoche said in his announcement. “Throughout my career, I have been committed to protecting our communities, upholding the law, and serving with…

A Dale veteran was badly burned, and his dog was killed in a fire that destroyed his home last Tuesday. The U.S. Army veteran, Mike Norrington, was burned in the fire and taken to a burn unit, where he was last listed in critical condition. The Dubois County Veteran Service Officer, Kenneth Speedy LeFevre, has…

Mark your calendars! The “Stille Nacht” holiday celebration returns to The Commons in Holland on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 4-6 p.m. Join the festive parade (lineup starts at 3 p.m.), listen to live music from David & Jesse Underwood, and bring the kids to the Children’s Holiday Village, where they can get their faces…

DC Multisport, a non-profit organization with a mission focused on health and wellness while giving back to our communities, completed another successful year of events, raising a total of $11,412.91 to support local nonprofits and an endowment. The 2025 event list included the Ferdinand State Forest hikes, Color Fun Run, Strassenfest Bike Ride, and Battle…

The City of Jasper has embarked on a comprehensive planning project that began with community visioning for the city’s future and is seeking input from community members as it enters the second phase. The public is invited to learn more about the ongoing comprehensive planning process at two upcoming public sessions.  Community Vision Presentation – Wednesday,…

The majority of Monday’s regular Dubois County Commissioner meeting was devoted to discussing the county’s role in regulating solar fields and associated battery energy storage systems. On the heels of the Huntingburg Council’s decision to enact a moratorium on solar projects within the city’s jurisdictional limits, the county commissioners are exploring a similar action at…

Jill McCune is seeking support from the local community in a contest that highlights women over 40 and raises funding for the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Jill, a Dubois County native and a local speech pathologist at Deaconess Memorial, entered the contest because of the impact funding can have on a disease that affects many…

The Dubois County Highway Department will be closing County Road 820 East beginning Monday, December 8, 2025, to replace a bridge deck and beams.  The closure will take place at the bridge approximately 200 feet north of County Road 175 South and will last approximately five weeks, barring any unforeseen circumstances and inclement weather.

The Tri-State Food Bank and Dubois County Community Meals will host a mobile food distribution this Thursday, December 4, 2025, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1029 Kundek Street, in Jasper. Boxes of food will be distributed beginning at 10 a.m. while supplies last. Cars will enter the south parking lot at the church for the…

by Tom Davies, Indiana Capital ChronicleDecember 1, 2025 Indiana House Republicans released Monday a proposed redrawing of the state’s congressional maps aimed at producing a 9-0 Republican U.S. House delegation. The proposed map splits strongly Democratic Indianapolis among four districts that all stretch far into rural, heavily Republican counties. The map obliterates the current 7th…

Huntingburg Police, along with other local law enforcement agencies, arrested a Dubois resident after receiving a tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Huntingburg Police Department detectives affiliated with the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force opened the investigation after receiving the tip pertaining to child solicitation on October 21, 2025. The…

The Dubois County Sheriff’s Office issued a warning to the community regarding a scam involving the DMV/Bureau of Motor Vehicles. Scammers are contacting people via text, email, and phone, claiming there is an issue. They often include fake links or request payment or personal details. Important Reminders: • The DMV/BMV will not ask for your…

The Celebration Singers will present four FREE one-hour Christmas Concerts in December.  Including both Sacred and Secular Christmas music selections, these concerts are sure to warm the heart.  The public is invited to attend.  All times are EASTERN. The all-volunteer community choir features approximately 60 singers from Dubois, Spencer and Pike Counties, and Bloomington and…

The Huntingburg Council unanimously approved a moratorium on solar development within the city’s jurisdiction at Tuesday evening’s meeting. The decision was met with applause from residents attending the meeting who oppose the AES Crossvine Solar project’s planned construction of a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) along Holland Road Northeast. However, although the decision could affect…

Jasper, Ind. — This Giving Tuesday, Dubois County CARES (Coalition for Adolescent Resilience and Empowerment Strategies) is pausing to recognize and celebrate the incredible community that makes its mission possible. “Our community’s kindness, involvement and support of Dubois County CARES is essential in CARES’ work to empower students to make healthy choices that do not…

The Greater Jasper Consolidated School Corporation recently sent out a message regarding its resources and stance on reports of bullying within its schools. It is important to note that the school corporation maintains a tipline for reporting incidents of bullying, and a link to the resource is below. Here is the message. Dear Parents and…

Dubois County invites residents and visitors to kick off the holiday season with a festive, countywide celebration during the Hometown Holiday Weekend, highlighted by a special Hometown Holiday Dinner on Friday, December 5, 2025. The evening begins at the historic Wollenmann House (1150 Main Street, Ferdinand, IN), where guests can enjoy a warm and inviting…

The City of Jasper has taken the Regional Wellness Center project off pause and restarted engineering work, with Mayor Dean Vonderheide announcing a scaled-back phased approach. Vonderheide provided the update during Wednesday’s common council meeting, explaining that the project will move forward in phases as funding becomes available. “We have the funding available to do…

by Leslie Bonilla Muñiz, Indiana Capital ChronicleNovember 20, 2025 As redistricting rhetoric intensifies in Indiana, four Republican lawmakers who oppose the prospect — or are undecided —  have reported attempted swatting attacks on their homes. “It is disturbing that anyone would attempt to harm or intimidate lawmakers, but sadly not all that surprising in the…

The Indiana State Police is aware of and are currently investigating multiple instances of the crime known as “swatting” which have recently targeted members of the Indiana General Assembly. Swatting is an incident in which someone with ill intention notifies law enforcement via phone call, email or other form of communication of a false emergency…

Residents appeared at the Dubois County Commissioners meeting on Monday to continue to push against the planned Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) being constructed south of Huntingburg in the Crossvine Solar Development by Indianapolis-based AES. AES expects to start construction on the system located on Holland Road Northeast in March of next year. CenterPoint is…

The Memorial Medical Center Foundation is proud to announce the resounding success of its 2025 biennial Gala, A Starlit Soirée, held at the historic West Baden Springs Hotel. Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of sponsors, donors, and attendees, the event raised a net total of $302,130 in support of Behavioral Health Services at Deaconess Memorial Medical…

by Niki Kelly, Indiana Capital ChronicleNovember 16, 2025 President Donald Trump on Sunday called out two Indiana “RINO Senators,” as well as Gov. Mike Braun, for the state’s failure to move forward with redrawing congressional boundaries. Braun worked behind the scenes for months to garner legislative support and eventually called a special session for a…

by Tom Davies, Indiana Capital ChronicleNovember 14, 2025 Indiana Senate Republicans announced Friday that they were rejecting President Donald Trump’s push for congressional redistricting — a move immediately blasted by Gov. Mike Braun. Senate President Pro Tem Rodric Bray said in a news release Friday afternoon that the Senate won’t take up the issue as…

More than 120 high school students from across Southern Indiana put their skills to the test at Vincennes University Jasper’s 5th annual CTIM (Center for Technology, Innovation, and Manufacturing) STEM Challenge. The event brought together ten area high school teams and eight Southern Indiana industry partners for a full day of hands-on competition and career…

The Dubois County Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual luncheon on Wednesday at Venue 1408. The event highlights the organization’s members and programs while recognizing businesses and individuals nominated for the Young Professional of the Year, Business Person of the Year and Business of the Year awards. Young Professional of the Year Award Three outstanding…

Huntingburg Police Detectives, with assistance from several area agencies, arrested a Jasper resident on Wednesday on allegations related to soliciting, possessing and distributing child sex abuse material. On October 24, 2025, detectives with the Huntingburg Police Department-affiliates of the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, began an investigation after reviewing a Cyber Tip Report from…

by Leslie Bonilla Muñiz, Indiana Capital ChronicleNovember 6, 2025 Nuclear energy leaders from across the country and world converged on West Lafayette Wednesday to reenergize an industry they hope will meet booming energy needs. “Now’s the time. Indiana is the place,” said Indiana Energy and Natural Resources Secretary Suzanne Jaworowski. The state is “ready, and…

by Jacob Fischler, Indiana Capital ChronicleNovember 7, 2025 This report has been updated. The U.S. Department of Agriculture told states Friday it was releasing full November funding for the nation’s major food assistance program that helps 42 million people afford groceries, complying with a federal court order issued Thursday. The midday memo to states contradicted…

Huntingburg Public Library is thrilled to announce the official grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for its newly renovated library/addition, located at 419 N. Jackson Street, Huntingburg. The event will take place on November 14, 2025, at noon, marking a new chapter for community access to information and resources in Huntingburg. Huntingburg Public Library is a…

The Dubois County Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution is partnering with Indiana DAR chapters on “Enduring Promise,” a project honoring World War II MIA military members from Indiana and their families. These families have no closure for their loss, no grave to visit with flowers on special dates and an unknown outcome…

The Jasper Board of Zoning Appeals unanimously approved four variances Tuesday night to allow CHRK Rentals LLC to build six duplex buildings on property at 294 East 36th Street, despite opposition from neighboring residents. The project requires variances to allow two-family dwellings in an R1 low-density residential zone, reduce ground-floor living-area requirements, allow smaller lot…

2025 Miss Strassenfest, Grace Bartley, and 2025 Jr. Miss Strassenfest, Nora Goins, are competing this Saturday in the Indiana State Festivals Association Pageant being held at Greenfield Central High School at 7:00 p.m. Grace is competing in the Queen category, and Nora is competing in the Princess category.

Chris Tretter, co-owner and general manager of Sultan’s Run, presented plans to turn The Mill House restaurant into a multifamily residential complex with seven units at the Jasper Board of Zoning Appeals meeting on Wednesday. Tretter said the company purchased the property in 2023 with plans to use it as a catering kitchen while expanding…

Dear Community Partner, As you may be aware, the ongoing federal government shutdown has temporarily suspended benefits for families who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Many of our students and their families are directly affected, creating an immediate need for support with basic food and hygiene items. Greater Jasper Consolidated Schools is…

by Tom Davies, Indiana Capital ChronicleNovember 5, 2025 It will be at least another week before low-income Hoosier families will receive reduced food assistance benefits for November, a state agency said Wednesday. The benefits through the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, or SNAP, have been in doubt amid the ongoing partial federal government shutdown, which has…

Ireland, Ind.–Wishing the Best of Irish Luck to Claire Terwiske, our 2025 Teen Miss Shamrock Queen! Miss Shamrock Pageant’s Teen Miss Shamrock Queen, Claire Terwiske, will travel to Greenfield, Indiana, this weekend to compete for the title of Indiana State Festivals Association (ISFA) Princess. The pageant will be held on Saturday, November 8, at 7…

The Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs (IDVA) is proud to announce the launch of a new short-term initiative designed to provide critical food assistance to veterans and their families in Indiana. This program, Operation Emergency Food, is an extension of the Military Family Relief Fund (MFRF) and aims to address the immediate needs of those…

Singer-songwriter Nicholas Jamerson will take to the Jim & Pat Thyen Performance stage on Saturday, November 22, with special guests Jonathan & Abigail Peyton opening the evening of music at 8:00 PM.  Tickets are on sale now at www.AstraTheater.com. Reserved seating tickets range from $25 for balcony seats, $30 for main level seating, and $35 for up…

On June 12, 2025, the Indiana State Police initiated a criminal investigation after receiving information that Conner B. Madsen, 19, of Dale, had allegedly raped and molested a child. Indiana State Police conducted the investigation and submitted the findings to the Spencer County Prosecutor’s Office. After reviewing the investigation, the Spencer County Prosecutor’s Office filed…

UPDATE: Police reported the female has been positively identified. This is still an active investigation. More information will be released as it becomes available. ORIGINAL: Indiana State Police, Indiana Department of Natural Resources, and Warrick County Sheriff’s Office are currently investigating the suspicious death of an unknown woman found near a boat ramp in the…

The Jasper Municipal Water Department announces the water main break on Carroll Street has been repaired.   A Boil Water Advisory is NOT in effect.  There are no potential health effects.   The Jasper Municipal Water Department is currently working on a water main break on Carroll Street. The areas affected will be Carroll Street,…

A Celebration of Community Unity, Joy, Inspiration, Compassion, Creativity, and Connection  The Mighty Kindness Hootenanny is set to fill Huntingburg City Park with music, inspiration, and a powerful sense of community this Saturday, November 1, 2025, from noon to 6:00 p.m. ET. This free, family-friendly festival celebrates the heart of humanity through art, creativity, and…

A red-carpet movie premiere is coming to Jasper, Indiana, this Sunday, November 2, as Murder by Association debuts at Showplace Cinemas Jasper 8. The red-carpet event will take place from 6 to 6:50 p.m. (EST), followed by the first public screening at 7 p.m. Advance tickets are available for $10 (plus fees) and include admission…

Huntingburg Public Library will host Going Pro, Basketball Origins in Indiana, one of the Indiana Historical Society’s (IHS’s) traveling exhibits, from Nov. 1 to Dec. 1. It will be on display at HPL, located at 419 N. Jackson Street. The exhibit showcases the game of basketball as the sport became central to Indiana culture. Before…

Destination Huntingburg presented its annual report to the city council, highlighting a successful year that included raising over $9,000 at its inaugural Derby Day fundraising event and distributing more than $9,000 in food vouchers to community members through the farmers market program. Devin Springston, president of Destination Huntingburg and a seven-year board member, delivered the…

The Dubois County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed a crash involving a semi-tractor-trailer has resulted in the death of the driver. Deputies, along with volunteer firefighters, emergency medical services, the Indiana Department of Environmental Management, Dubois County Hazmat and the Holland Town Marshal, responded to the single-vehicle crash south of Holland on State Road 161 near…

Sheriff Tom Kleinhelter appeared before the Dubois County Council requesting reconsideration of two deputy positions previously created by county commissioners but not funded in the 2026 budget. The positions would focus on investigating violations of the sex offender registry and participating in the Internet Crimes Against Children task force, according to the sheriff. “Having those…

The Dubois County Highway Department will be closing County Road 200 West beginning Monday, November 3, 2025, to replace a bridge deck and beams.  The closure will take place 0.4 miles south of County Road 700 North.  Work is expected to take six weeks, barring any unforeseen circumstances.

The Indiana Department of Health encourages Hoosiers to protect themselves against influenza (flu) following confirmation of the first flu-related death of the 2025-26 season. No additional information about the patient will be released due to privacy laws. During flu season, which typically runs from October through May, hundreds of people become ill from influenza. Some…

All-ages performance set for Saturday, September 20; doors 6:30 p.m., show 7:00 p.m. Jasper Arts is thrilled to welcome acclaimed comedian Tom Papa to the Jasper Arts Center on Sunday, November 2, as part of his nationwide Grateful Bread Tour. Known for his sharp wit, relatable humor, and decades of experience on stage and screen,…

Dubois County’s America 250 Committee will meet on Thursday, October 30, at 6 p.m. at the Augustana United Church of Christ, 204 S Fifth St, Holland. The focus of those organizations attending is to coordinate activities to use resources most effectively. The group has already had four successful meetings where plans and ideas were shared….

The Dubois County Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual luncheon and member celebration on Wednesday, November 12, at Venue 1408 (1408 N Main St, Huntingburg) from 11:00 a.m. to 1 p.m. Eastern time.  The event will celebrate the past and current year’s achievements and those of its members, while also recognizing some of the…

by Casey Smith, Indiana Capital ChronicleOctober 27, 2025 Gov. Mike Braun on Monday called a special session to take up congressional redistricting, a politically charged move that follows months of mounting pressure from national Republicans to redraw Indiana’s map ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Braun’s order says the session will begin Monday, Nov. 3 and…

On Sunday, November 2, the Town of Ferdinand will unveil the Ferdinand Christmas Pyramid, according to the Ferdinand Christkindlmarkt Facebook page. The group shared a German news story on the new Christmas addition. “To get everyone in the spirit, we’re sharing this special feature from a local news station in Germany that showcased our very…

 The Huntingburg Police Department arrested a Holland resident after being notified by Google of child sex abuse material being disseminated. On October 15, 2025, Detectives with the Huntingburg Police Department, affiliates of the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, launched the investigation after receiving a Cyber Tip Report from the National Center for Missing and…

Jasper Utilities General Manager Rob Young, speaking at a recent utility service board meeting, reported that the city believes it has reached an agreement with landowners on several key items related to the planned north side wastewater treatment plant. The plant is expected to be built at the corner of Portersville Road and County Road…

Dubois County Treasurer Craig M. Greulich sent a reminder to taxpayers that the fall property tax installment is due on Monday, November 10, 2025.   There are several payment options available: 1. Online-  http://www.duboiscountyin.us  2. Phone- (812) 678-7983, a 2.5% fee will apply 3. Mail-Enclose check and colored remittance coupon 4. Treasurer’s Dropbox- located at…

AES is preparing a stakeholder engagement program with an open house in November as residents raise questions about battery storage systems and project scope. Dubois County officials are addressing community concerns about the Crossvine Solar project, with developer AES planning a public meeting in November to provide detailed information about the renewable energy development. County…

Someone used a movie prop $20 bill at a gas station in Huntingburg, and the Huntingburg Police Department is reminding merchants to be aware of potential fraudulent bills. Huntingburg police were unsure if this was an individual passing through town or someone local. Anyone who encounters one of these bills is directed to contact authorities.