39th Annual WBDC Country Showdown canceled
The 39th Annual WBDC Country Showdown originally scheduled for Thursday, October 1st has been canceled. After careful deliberation, and in following the latest guidance from national, state and local authorities, we have decided to cancel the WBDC Country Showdown for 2020. The showdown, originally scheduled for June 11, 2020, was rescheduled to October due to…
Mystery seeds shouldn’t be planted; Send them to Dept. of Agriculture
People across the country are receiving unsolicited packages of unidentified seeds in the mail that seem to be coming from China. The Office of Indiana State Chemist, located at Purdue University, is urging Hoosiers not to plant or dispose of the seeds since they could be spreading noxious weeds, plant diseases or invasive species. Anyone…
Health dept. reports 18 new Covid-19 cases
Friday, the Dubois County Health Department reported 18 new positive cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19). That brings the total to 605 positive cases of COVID-19 in Dubois County residents. Of the 605 cases, 349 have reportedly recovered. Eleven residents have died. There have been 4,731 tests completed, according to the health department. A partir del 31…
REC annual meeting canceled, director elections postponed
The Dubois REC Board of Directors met recently, and, after much discussion, research and consideration, decided it would be in the best interest of our membership to cancel the 2020 Annual Membership Meeting and postpone the director elections until 2021. The board has been considering this matter since the original date of the meeting in…
Letter: Rally against highway
Ninety seven years ago my grandpa bought a farm south of the Huntingburg airport. He and my grandma raised eight children on this farm. My son and his wife’s beautiful new daughter is now the fifth generation to live on and love this farm. It’s called the American Dream. We now have politicians and businessmen…
Rally opposing MidStates Corridor project planned for Saturday
The “Stop the MidStates Corridor Group of Dubois County” will hold a rally to opposing the project on Saturday. The rally will be at the Dubois County Courthouse from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, August 1, 2020. The Indiana Forest Alliance has joined with the local group to help their grass-roots efforts to stop the…
State to remain in current stage of Back on Track plan
Governor Eric J. Holcomb today announced the state will remain in Stage 4.5 of the Back On Track Indiana plan until Aug. 27. Local governments may impose more restrictive guidelines. “This virus will take what we give it, so it is incumbent upon us to be on our best behavior, practicing physical distancing, good hygiene, and masking…
Health department reports another Covid-19 related death, retracts one
Thursday, the Dubois County Health Department reported another death related to the coronavirus. The total number of deaths remains at 11, an investigation into a previously counted person concluded that COVID-19 was not listed as the cause of death. “We mourn the death and extend our prayers and sympathies to the individual’s family and friends,”…
Memorial Hospital presenting COVID-19 Zoom event series
Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center is hosting a three-part Zoom series titled “COVID-19. What Now? What Next?” The second presenter will be Dr. Christopher Bunce, Infection Disease Specialist. He will discuss frequently asked questions regarding COVID-19 and the most up-to-date information on the pandemic. The event will take place on Wednesday, August 5, 2020,…
Jackle announces bid for another term on Greater Jasper School board
Arlet Jackle of Jasper will seek reelection to the Greater Jasper School Board District 2 seat in November. Jackle has served on the board since 2014 when she was appointed to take State Rep. Mike Braun’s seat after his resignation. Jackle, a Jasper High School graduate, is married to John Jackle. The couple has four…
Police: Domestic dispute ends in death
A Jasper man was charged with leaving the scene of a crash that resulted in a fatality after he allegedly struck a woman while driving away from a domestic dispute Wednesday evening. Joshua W. Rominger, 32, of Jasper, was charged with a Level 3 Felony count of leaving the scene of an accident causing death…
Eckerle seeking reelection to Greater Jasper School board
Greg Eckerle will seek re-election in November for the District 3 seat on the Greater Jasper School Board. “I am proud of our school corporation’s “A” accountability grade from the Indiana Department of Education,” said Eckerle, who is serving his twelfth year on the board. “I would like to continue giving of my time and…
Rumbach family announces sale of The Herald
The Herald announced the paper has been sold to Paxton Media Group. The August 1 issue will be the first issued published under the new owners.
DeMotte seeking reelection to Greater Jasper School Board
Tim DeMotte seeking reelection for Greater Jasper Consolidated School Board Seat, Bainbridge, District 4. “It has been a very complicated and fruitful first term on the board. From building a new school, hiring two elementary principals, two assistant superintendents, new coaches, teachers and now, Covid-19, it has been a whirlwind,” said DeMotte. “Through it all…
Health Department issues guidance regarding Covid-19 testing
The Dubois County Health Department issued instructions regarding actions that should be taken after being tested for Covid-19. Confirmed POSITIVE: continue ISOLATION defined below: Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) will complete a case investigation through the Maximus Contact Tracing Call Center. Patients are encouraged to contact their employer as soon as results are received. …
Dubois County Health Dept. reports 9 new Covid-19 cases
Wednesday, the Dubois County Health Department reported nine new positive cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19). That brings the total to 579 positive cases of COVID-19 in Dubois County residents. Of the 579 cases, 331 have reportedly recovered (they are feeling better and out of isolation). There have been 11 deaths. As of this morning, 4,675 Dubois…
Dubois County Museum launches membership drive
Dubois County Museum announced the “Re_Member” Campaign. This mini fundraising effort celebrates the legacy of those who choose to make Dubois County their home — past, present and future — by using “Re_Member funds” for artifact preservation, exhibit fabrication, and educational programs. New members and current members are invited to renew now for the 2021…
Dubois County Business Hall of Fame event postponed
Junior Achievement Dubois County Business Hall of Fame Committee, on behalf of Junior Achievement of Southwestern Indiana, has postponed the 6th Annual JA Dubois County Business Hall of Fame until Spring 2021. “We have been in conversation with our JA Dubois County Advisory Board, event sponsors and partners, and public officials, and agree that the…
Dubois County Health Dept. reports 12 new Covid-19 cases
Tuesday, the Dubois County Health Department reported 12 new positive cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19). That brings the total to 570 positive cases of COVID-19 in Dubois County residents. Of the 570 cases, 326 have reportedly recovered (they are feeling better and out of isolation). There have been 11 deaths. As of this morning, 4,582 Dubois…
Ministry to hand out free school supplies, backpacks
A local Christian nonprofit, L4G (Living for God), will pass out backpacks and school supplies on Saturday, August 8, 2020, at the Jasper Riverwalk. The group will provide the supplies for free between the hours of 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. or until supplies run out near Buehler Plaza at the shelter house closest to…
State Road 64 to close for pipe replacements between St. Anthony and Birdseye
The Indiana Department of Transportation announced multiple culvert pipe replacements on State Road 64 between St. Anthony and Birdseye. Beginning on or around Tuesday, Aug. 4, INDOT maintenance crews will close S.R. 64 to begin replacing drainage structures. There are multiple locations for this operation. Crews will replace one pipe at a time and, once…
Health department reports 44 new Covid-19 cases
Monday, the Dubois County Health Department reported there are 44 new positive cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) to report since Friday’s report. That brings the total to 558 positive cases of COVID-19 in Dubois County residents. Of the 558 cases, 314 have reportedly recovered. There have been 11 deaths According to the health department, 4,546 tests…
Gregory Lane to close for storm sewer work
The Jasper Street Department will be closing Gregory Lane at the Lechner Lane intersection on Tuesday, July 28, 2020, beginning at approximately 8:00 a.m. for storm sewer replacement. This portion of Gregory Lane is expected to re-open by approximately 4:00 p.m., barring inclement weather or any other unforeseen events.
Kleinhelter: Sheriff’s office won’t enforce mask mandate
In response to the Executive order that Governor Holcomb has instituted which comes into effect on Monday, July 27, 2020. The Dubois County Sheriff’s Office will not respond for the sole purpose of a complaint that a person or persons are not wearing their mask in public, we will, however, respond to disturbances as they…
11th death, 28 new Covid-19 cases reported
Friday, the Dubois County Health Department reported an 11th Covid-19 related death of a Dubois County resident. “We mourn the death and extend our prayers and sympathies to the individual’s family and friends,” said Dr. Ted Walfart, Dubois County Health Officer. “This serves as an unfortunate reminder to all of the Dubois County community about the…
County’s coronavirus hotspot designation reinforces need for measures to prevent spread
Dubois County’s Covid-19 case count has been on a steady rise for the past two weeks outpacing more populated areas in the state. Over a 14 day reporting period beginning on Thursday, July 9, cases have risen from 290 to 486 as of the Thursday, July 22 report from the Dubois County Health Department. In…
Crouse running for Dubois County Circuit Court judge
Former Dubois County Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Crouse has announced that he is seeking election as judge of the Dubois Circuit Court. In announcing his candidacy, the Republican candidate said that it was an honor and a privilege to serve as the prosecutor and that he wants to dedicate himself to serving the citizens of Dubois…
Holiday World guests required to wear masks starting Monday, July 27
Masks will be required at Holiday World effective Monday, July 27 following Governor Holcomb’s Executive Order 20-37 which requires the use of masks across the state of Indiana. “From the time we developed our reopening plan, we have worked closely with the State of Indiana and our local health department for guidance on how to…
Indiana Attorney General advises Holcomb’s mask mandate can’t create criminal penalty
Attorney General Curtis Hill today issued an advisory opinion directing that Governor Eric Holcomb should call a special legislative session to consider a statewide mask mandate rather than issuing an executive order to that effect. “Scientists tell us that wearing face masks is an effective means of helping prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus…
Water Main break on 5th Street in Huntingburg
Due to a water main break on 5th Street, the road is closed between Washington and Van Buren streets in Huntingburg. Residents and businesses in that area may experience low water pressure and/or discolored water. Please avoid the area at this time.
Health department reports 10th death from Covid-19
The Dubois County Health Department reported a tenth Covid-19 related death among Dubois County residents. “We mourn the death and extend our prayers and sympathies to the individual’s family and friends,” said Dr. Ted Walflart, Dubois County Health Officer. “This serves as an unfortunate reminder to all of the Dubois County community about the importance of…
