Indiana Republican senators reject Trump’s redistricting push; won’t convene in December
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…
Jasper Christmas Outdoor Decorating and Lighting contest
The Jasper Jaycees and the Jasper Chamber of Commerce are pleased to announce their combined efforts, once again this year, for the 2025 Outdoor Home/Christmas Decorating and Lighting Contest for Jasper residents. The contest is open to all residents of Jasper and those living within one mile of the city limits. Past responses to the…
VUJ hosts 120 Southern Indiana students for STEM Challenge
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…
Dubois Chamber honors local businesses and individuals for supporting the community
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…
Holy Trinity Catholic School presenting “Bye Bye Birdie”
On Thursday and Friday evenings, the public is invited to a production of “Bye Bye Birdie” featuring the Holy Trinity Catholic School Genesians. Both shows take place at Kundek Hall, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 13 and Friday, November 14, and feature many of the students from Holy Trinity….
Costaki Economopoulos, the biggest name in comedy, returns to the Astra
Comedian Costaki Economopoulos will bring his smart, insightful, socially relevant, and gut-laugh-funny comedy routine, presented by WRZR 94.5, to the historic Astra Theatre in Jasper on Friday, December 12. Doors for this performance will open at 7:30 p.m. with the comedy set to begin at 8:00 p.m. Twenty-year comedy veteran Costaki Economopoulos has been described…
Huntingburg police make arrest in child solicitation/distribution of obscene material investigation
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…
Candlelights and balloons for Jasmyn
Friends, family and strangers gathered together to commemorate Jasmyn Lorey’s birthday at Redemption Christian Church on Tuesday evening. The 17-year-old Jasper High School junior died by suicide on October 24. Tuesday would have been her 17th birthday. “The candlelight vigil for Jasmyn’s family last night was needed not only for Jasmyn’s family but for the…
A new generation for Just a Trace
Kelsey is about the same age as Tracey was when she started her toy store in Jasper. Kelsey also has a pair of young daughters — Shae, 9, and Keely, 6, — that she wants to spend a lot of time with, just like Tracey did when she opened in October of 2002. Tracey can…
Indiana State Police unveil new look for patrol vehicles
This morning, the Indiana State Police (ISP) issued the 20 members of the 87th Indiana State Police Recruit Academy their first patrol vehicles. During this event, ISP unveiled the new look their patrol vehicles will display in the future. The 20 Probationary Troopers, all of whom just completed their field training, received the very first of…
(Updated) Multi-vehicle crash closes U.S. 231
Monday morning’s icy conditions contributed to a multi-vehicle pileup that closed U.S. 231 between Huntingburg and Jasper for about 2.5 hours. According to Jasper Fire Chief Kenny Hochgesang, they were dispatched to the scene at about 5:46 a.m. for the report of a crash involving multiple vehicles. According to the sheriff’s office, a southbound vehicle…
Celebrate the spirit of the season at the Ferdinand Christkindlmarkt
Experience the warmth, tradition, and wonder of the holiday season as Ferdinand’s beloved Christkindlmarkt kicks off with a memorable Opening Ceremony and Eve Dinner on Friday, November 14, 2025, at the historic Monastery Immaculate Conception. The evening begins with the official Opening Ceremony on the Monastery grounds at 6:30 p.m., featuring a trumpeter, a bell…
Residents demand moratorium on proposed solar and battery storage project
The majority of Monday’s Huntingburg Common Council meeting was devoted to a public discussion of the Crossvine Solar Project, located south of Huntingburg between the Huntingburg Airport and the Town of Holland. Holland and Huntingburg residents requested that the council enact a moratorium on the construction of the Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) planned for…
AES small modular reactor announcement highlights nuclear summit at Purdue University
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…
Yeehaw! Hoedown for Anderson Woods this Friday
Anderson Woods Hoedown, the annual fundraiser supporting the special needs summer camp, is set to take place this Friday at the Calumet in Jasper. Guests are invited to put on their boots and saddle up to support the 2026 camp and its services for a special group of campers. “The Hoedown not only is a…
Jasper Motorsport celebrates new location, continued success
Justin Hoskin opened Jasper Motorsport in November 2021 with the hope of growing a business doing something he loved. Since then, he’s worked hard to build a business and an online presence with helpful shop videos and advice that has grown to include sponsorships from various tool companies and a large, dedicated audience. And what…
Trump administration issues November SNAP benefits, then asks Supreme Court to intervene
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…
Nord honored for devotion to family, church, work, community
Jason Nord joked that there were a few signs that something was up today as he planned to attend the Jasper Chamber of Commerce’s 72nd annual luncheon at the Calumet. Nord, vice-president of People Services at Jasper Holdings, was talking to his daughter, Allyson, on Friday morning. “When I texted my daughter, Alliyson, and I…
Huntingburg Public Library set to celebrate renovation and addition
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…
Daughters of the American Revolution seeking Dubois County family members of World War II MIA servicemembers
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…
Jasper board approves four variances for duplex development despite neighbor oppositions
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…
Strassenfest royalty competing in Indiana State Festivals Association pageant
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.
Mill House restaurant to be turned into apartment complex
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…
Greater Jasper Schools seeking assistance feeding students
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…
Indiana agency says reduced SNAP benefits won’t arrive for at least a week
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…
Toy’s Auto Parts celebrates 70 years
Angela Woodruff tears up as she considers the years of service and dedication her family has had in the many small towns in Southern Indiana through the family business that began in Loogootee. The business traces its origins to her grandfather, Robert “Bob” Toy, who recognized an opportunity while working at his father, Gilbert’s, auto…
Residents, officials concerned about AES battery storage system
Residents near a planned AES battery storage system presented more than 100 signatures calling for a moratorium to the Dubois County Commissioners on Monday, citing safety concerns and a lack of communication about the facility planned between Holland and Huntingburg. Holly Gogel, a property owner adjacent to the proposed facility, presented the residents’ concerns to…
Claire Terwiske, 2025 Teen Miss Shamrock, to compete in state pageant
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…
Kippenbrock announces candidacy for state representative
Dubois County Clerk Amy Kippenbrock announced her candidacy for State Representative in Indiana House District 63, which includes all of Martin County and portions of Dubois, Daviess, and Pike Counties. Following the announcement that State Representative Shane Lindauer will not seek reelection, Kippenbrock is launching her campaign to continue the district’s tradition of strong, conservative…
Veterans losing SNAP benefits can get help
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…
The Next Act announces Nicholas Jamerson & The Morning Jays take the stage Saturday, November 22
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…
