Jasper Common Council August meeting
The Jasper Common Council met Wednesday and took the following actions. Infrastructure Projects and Water System Updates Heard an update and overview on the Gas and Water Departments from Manager Tim Doersam. He reported the emergency backup water supply is complete, though some issues remain with the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system. The…
Superior Ag and Premier Companies could combine into single coop
Following a joint meeting on July 24 and an official vote on August 12, the Boards of Directors for Superior Ag and Premier Companies collectively announced that they will be entering into an exploration process around unifying their farmer-owned cooperatives. Both independently successful, this decision didn’t come out of a place of necessity, but instead…
Birdseye receives $750,000 grant to support sanitary sewer improvements
The Town of Birdseye was the recipient of $750,000 from the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs in federal grant funding to make needed improvements to the town’s sanitary sewer system. The grant, along with $350,000 from Dubois County and a $200,000 loan, will be used to fund major components of the project, including…
Dan Fritch to Receive 33rd Annual Distinguished Citizen Award from Buffalo Trace Council, Scouting America
Dan Fritch, co-founder and Chief Operating Officer of Matrix Integration, will receive the 33rd Annual Distinguished Citizen Award from Buffalo Trace Council, Scouting America, at a banquet on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at the Huntingburg Event Center. The recognition carries particular significance as Fritch helped establish the award itself in 1993, creating what has become…
Cabby O’Neill Gym now a National Historic Site
The Cabby O’Neill Gym at Jasper High School has been officially designated as a National Historic Site, culminating a 13-year effort by volunteers Bernie Vogler and Bob Waddell to secure federal recognition for the 86-year-old facility. The gymnasium, built in 1938 and 1939, became only the third gym in Indiana to receive this distinction out…
Denny Spinner named Jim Walton Community Impact Award recipient
Shared from ACCELERATION by design and the Stand Up Rural America Summit Denny Spinner, Executive Director of Indiana University’s Center for Rural Engagement and former Huntingburg mayor, was named the Recipient of the 2025 Jim Walton Community Impact Award on July 30, 2025 at the 2025 Stand Up Rural America Summit held in Canyon, Texas. During a…
School board hears Jasper Athletics report
At Monday’s regular Greater Jasper Consolidated School Board of Trustees meeting, the board heard a report on the overall successes and income of the corporation’s sports programs. Jasper Athletic Director Phil Kendall reported that Jasper Athletics had an exceptionally strong year, with five of six spring sports winning sectional titles, including a team state championship…
TRI-CAP awarded $75,000 grant to support Healthy Families Services
TRI-CAP received a generous $75,000 grant from the Being for Others Health and Wellness Foundation to support its Healthy Families program, which serves new parents in Dubois, Pike, Gibson, Spencer, and Warrick Counties. This vital funding will strengthen efforts to support families during the critical early years of a child’s life. Healthy Families provides free, voluntary services to new…
Milling and patching to impact several Jasper streets
The Jasper Street Department, along with contractor Calcar Pavin,g will be milling the following streets on Friday, August 22: Base patching will occur on Saturday, August 23, 2025. Surface paving will occur on Monday, August 25, 2025, and Tuesday, August 26, 2025. These streets will not close during construction, but motorists should expect delays when traveling on these…
County seeking input on closing section of Ireland road
The Dubois County Highway Department is seeking public input regarding the potential permanent closure of a short section of County Road 250 North in Ireland. This potential closure is being evaluated due to the safety concerns and operational challenges associated with the skewed angle at which County Road 250 North intersects State Road 56, along…
Blues Royalty Takes the Stage: Kenny Wayne Shepherd & Bobby Rush Live at Lincoln Amphitheatre this Saturday
This Saturday, August 23, the Lincoln Amphitheatre will host two titans of blues and rock as the Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band and Bobby Rush share the venue’s Kyana Woodstock Performance Stage for one unforgettable evening. From Shepherd’s blistering guitar solos and chart-topping hits to Rush’s Grammy-winning blend of soul, funk, and storytelling, this powerhouse double…
Next Chapter in running for small business grant from Indiana Fever and Old National Bank
Erin and Jeremiah Smith had no idea their business, The Next Chapter, had been nominated for the Indiana Fever Small Business Assist Program presented by Old National Bank until they found out they were one of the finalists last week. Along with the notification, the family was invited to attend Friday’s game and sit courtside…
Huntingburg Park Board meeting: Learns about new fitness court at Niehaus Park, discusses pickleball court changes
The Huntingburg Park Board learned it was the recipient of a $30,000 grant from the National Fitness Campaign to support the creation of an outdoor fitness court in Niehaus Park. The fitness court would complement existing recreational amenities at Niehaus Park, which already attracts residents for the walking/running path, disc golf course and driving range….
Northeast Dubois joins AP Teacher Investment Program
Northeast Dubois Jr/Sr High School joined seven other high schools across the state of Indiana in Cohort 13 of the Advanced Placement Teacher Investment Program (AP-TIP). The Advanced Placement Teacher Investment Program is a three-year professional cohort dedicated to improving students’ college and career readiness by supporting Northeast Dubois teachers. Cohort 13 will be the…
Jasper Strassenfest seeking 2025 half pot winner
The Jasper Strassenfest committee held the 2025 Half Pot drawing on Friday, August 15th at 11 a.m. and announced that the winning number is: A-6129635. As of 2 p.m. on Monday, August 18, a winner has not yet stepped forward to claim the prize. Those who participated are asked to check their tickets. The final…
Sewer repair to close portion of Mill Street
Gudorf Contracting will close Mill Street between 7th and 8th Streets on Wednesday, August 20th, for a sanitary sewer repair. Motorists should use McCrillus Street as a detour since Main Street is currently closed at 9th Street. Barring any unforeseen issues, Mill Street will reopen by the end of the day.
Dubois unsafe building removal progresses, but owner faces deadline
Commissioners heard that a property owner has made significant progress on demolishing an unsafe building in Dubois, but he still faces a two-week deadline to complete the remaining work. County officials maintain their backup demolition plan. Christina Pierini, Environmental Specialist at the County Health Department, reported that Slotten has removed the deteriorating wall structure and…
Singer/songwriter Paul Thorn performing at the Astra Theatre, Saturday, Sept. 13
Singer and songwriter Paul Thorn will take to the Jim & Pat Thyen Performance stage on Saturday, September 13, with special guest Daniel Market opening the evening of music at 8:00 PM. Thorn has created an innovative and impressive career, pleasing crowds with his muscular brand of roots music – bluesy, rocking and thoroughly Southern…
Reflections on daylight saving time: 20 years after lawmakers passed controversial law
by Whitney Downard, Indiana Capital ChronicleAugust 18, 2025 Two decades ago, after a prolonged and heavy lift through the 2005 legislative session, former Gov. Mitch Daniels signed a monumental piece of legislation into law: establishing daylight saving time in the Hoosier State. The vote was so contentious that former House Speaker Brian Bosma left the…
St. Anthony Volunteer Fire Department receives $10,000 grant
State Farm and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) have teamed up for the second year to support local volunteer fire departments with funding to secure needed equipment to help keep their responders safe and protect their communities. Through this year’s Good Neighbor Firefighter Safety Program, 150 departments in 44 states received a $10,000 grant, including…
Ferdinand Road East to be closed on Tuesday
The Dubois County Highway Department will have daytime closures on Ferdinand Road East beginning Tuesday, August 19, 2025, for culvert repairs. Work will take place 150 feet west of County Road 475 E. The road will be closed each day from approximately 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. from Tuesday, August 19 through Friday, August 22. Traffic will be…
Jasper Council hears all sides on Mid-States Corridor
Thursday night, more than 150 people crowded into the Jasper City Hall to hear an overview of the Mid-States Corridor project, followed by comments from proponents and opponents to the highway. With the council chamber at capacity, the overflow of attendees watched remotely from the Pfaffenweiler Room. The meeting opened with the Lochmueller Group and…
Memorial Hospital Foundation announces name change to Memorial Medical Center Foundation
The Memorial Hospital Foundation, a trusted pillar of community support and compassionate care, is proud to announce a new name that reflects its continued evolution and unwavering mission: Memorial Medical Center Foundation. This name change aligns with the hospital’s updated name, Deaconess Memorial Medical Center. The Foundation’s new identity includes a refreshed logo, symbolizing both…
Lengthy investigation into sheriff’s alleged wrongdoing ends with investigator in hot water
by Casey Smith, Indiana Capital ChronicleAugust 15, 2025 A months-long state police investigation into Dubois County Sheriff Tom Kleinhelter scrutinized his handling of jail commissary funds. But unlike a high-profile case against former Clark County Sheriff Jamey Noel, no charges were filed — and the only person disciplined was the detective who pursued the case….
Dubois County farms honored for longevity at Indiana State Fair
Three Dubois County farms were honored for their longevity on Wednesday at the Indiana State Fair when Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith and Indiana State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) Director Don Lamb presented 95 farming families with a Hoosier Homestead Award in recognition of their commitment to Indiana agriculture. Hochgesang farm, founded in 1905, was recognized with a Centennial award….
Jasper celebrates trail extension connecting St. Charles to Riverwalk
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the city of Jasper celebrated the opening of the extension of the Riverwalk that connects the Whitey Schroeder Golf Practice Facility to St. Charles Street. The 1.6-mile asphalt and concrete trail was constructed by the city with help from a $2 million dedicated grant administered by the…
Beehive ’25 set to take place in October
Jasper Arts is pleased to announce the return of a much-loved arts market, Beehive ’25. Mark your calendars now to enjoy all that Jasper Arts has to offer in this free, indoor, climate-controlled event taking place on Saturday, October 25th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. within the Thyen-Clark Cultural Center’s Atrium and Jasper Arts’…
Huntingburg discusses property issues, Hunters Crossing parking, rental registration, more
Huntingburg officials are taking increasingly aggressive action against property code violations, with the city attorney outlining a multi-step enforcement process that includes daily fines up to $7,500 and potential court-ordered injunctions. The escalated enforcement came into focus during Tuesday’s common council meeting when resident Janet Schnell continued pressing officials about a property violation in her…
Huntingburg Council hears Dubois Strong update
Dubois Strong reports economic development progress, seeks continued city funding Dubois Strong presented its annual report to the Huntingburg Common Council on Tuesday, outlining economic development achievements and requesting continued funding at the same level the organization has received since 2005 — which is $9,835.02 annually. Colton Pipenger, the organization’s executive director who recently moved…
Jasper beginning to make plans for 250th Celebration
The Heart of Jasper is planning a special Downtown Chowdown in 2026 to celebrate the country’s 250th Anniversary. Executive Director Kate Schwenk presented the Jasper Board of Public Works and Safety with a request to host the celebration at Jaycee Park on July 2, 2026. Schwenk stated that since the food truck event coincides with…
Lake Lincoln repairs underway, DNR drains lake
DNR has begun the process of repairing the dam at Lake Lincoln, located within Lincoln State Park in Spencer County. The dam was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s. Inspections by the Indiana DNR Division of Water found multiple issues with the dam, resulting in this renovation. The project will also address…
