Abby’s attitude celebrated at Northeast Dubois Elementary School
Northeast Dubois Elementary School celebrated the lasting impact of Abigail Raisor’s kindness and love today by inviting students to wear bright colors and enjoy a bubble party during recess. The eight-year-old passed away last April after suffering a brain aneurysm. On April 23, 2024, Abby was prepped to be a full organ donor. A final…
Huntingburg Council approves new broadcasting system, gas ordinance and hears utility updates
The Huntingburg Common Council gave the green light to purchase a new video system, aiming to boost the quality and accessibility of public meetings. This decision comes as the council prepares to meet state regulations that will require all public meetings on financial matters to be televised starting July 1. River Systems will provide the…
AES Indiana aquisition of Crossvine bp solar panel project approved; completes Pike County battery park project
AES Indiana announced two updates to its generation projects. In a press release, the company announced the full operation of the Pike County Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and approval from the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) to acquire and construct a project called Crossvine, a solar plus battery storage project located in Dubois County….
Hoosiers make last-ditch appeal before budget conference committee
by Whitney Downard, Indiana Capital ChronicleApril 22, 2025 A Monday budget conference committee revealed little new information about ongoing negotiations between Republican caucuses, though a bicameral, bipartisan group heard roughly half an hour of public testimony. Sen. Ryan Mishler, the chief budget architect for Senate Republicans, squashed any requests for increased funding prior to public…
Huntingburg hosting annual classic car show and Garden Gate Jazz, Wine, and Craft Beer Festival this Saturday
Huntingburg will be busy with two events this Saturday, starting with the annual Classic Car Show, hosted by the Huntingburg Kiwanis, in the morning, and the Garden Gate Jazz, Wine, and Craft Beer Festival, which begins at noon. The Annual Garden Gate Jazz, Wine, and Craft Beer Festival will feature samples from 11 wineries and…
County addresses unsafe building in Dubois; Declines to pass grass clipping ordinance
The Dubois County Health Department and commissioners are taking action against an unsafe building at 5398 East Main Street in Dubois after part of the structure collapsed during recent storms, causing debris to enter the roadway. Health officials met with property owner Mr. Slotten on April 1 to discuss the deteriorating condition of the building,…
Jasper planning water outage and boil advisory for Mill Street area
The Jasper Municipal Water Department has scheduled a water outage to repair a water valve for 16 water customers beginning Tuesday, April 22, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The outage will affect the area from 1702 Mill Street to 1951 Mill Street. This is the only area affected. Once the water is turned back…
Girls on the Run hosting 5K Celebration at Jasper Middle School this Saturday
Girls on the Run will host its Spring 5K celebration on April 26, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. at Jasper Middle School. “This event is the heartbeat of what Girls on the Run is all about,” said Jonna Breitwieser, Executive Director of Girls on the Run of Southwest Indiana. “Each girl who crosses that finish line…
Three things to watch with one week to go
by Leslie Bonilla Muñiz, Indiana Capital ChronicleApril 21, 2025 Indiana lawmakers have just a week to close a staggering $2 billion hole in the state’s next two-year spending plan — plus, bridge disagreements over publicly funded vouchers to private schools, regulations on marijuana-like products and school board elections. The General Assembly aims to finish its…
Column: Hooked on Hemingway
Delaney asked to borrow my “The Old Man and the Sea,” which was required reading in one of her collegiate courses. I responded with a resounding no. The lifetime percentage rate of someone returning a borrowed book to me is about 10%. People don’t borrow books—they steal books. No one is going to get their…
Column: The unanticipated effects of SB1
Gov. Mike Braun has signed the contentious Senate Bill 1 into law. This legislation was neither as good nor as bad, as anyone claims. That is how legislative compromise works. But there are some hidden, and probably unanticipated, economic consequences. SB 1 cut residential property taxes. About two-thirds of Hoosier families will see cuts of…
In Memoriam: Social media restrictions, newborn tax credit, utility rules and more
by Casey Smith, Indiana Capital Chronicle April 18, 2025 Dozens of bills are headed to the governor’s desk for final sign-off, but even more have stalled — or appear to be dead altogether. Despite earlier momentum, legislation dealing with rape kit backlogs, immigration enforcement, social media restrictions for minors, and more ultimately missed key deadlines…
INDOT hosts information gathering session
Mid-States Corridor Project Seeks Public Input on Preliminary Route Options The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) is actively collecting public input on preliminary route alternatives for the Mid-States Corridor project. Officials emphasize that the current proposals are subject to change based on community feedback. At the public meeting held Wednesday evening at Jasper Middle School,…
The past can follow you
Gabe Recinos didn’t want to accept what Judge Verkamp was saying. It seemed that Judge Nathan Verkamp realized this. “The last time I saw Verkamp, he told me he never wanted to see me in his court again,” Gabe had said before going into the Dubois County Circuit Court. “I am really nervous, man.” The…
Parklands 6-Hour Endurance Relay one month away; Sign up and support Mentors for Youth
Family Fun Added with Inflatables and Scavenger Hunt The countdown is on. The Parklands 6-Hour Endurance Relay is set to return in just one month on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the Parklands of Jasper. This unique event brings teams and solo runners together for a fun, challenging day of endurance running or walking in one…
Three Huntingburg sirens out of service; Be sure you have multiple ways to receive weather alerts
During a recent upgrade to the county’s tornado siren communication system, it was discovered that our current radios are outdated and no longer compatible. Because of this, three of our city’s tornado sirens are temporarily out of service until replacement radios arrive. This was an unforeseen issue, and we’re actively working on a solution —…
Downtown Revitalization Phase II project progresses
A construction meeting regarding the Downtown Revitalization Phase II Project was held on April 16 with representatives of Ragle Construction, REA, VS Engineering, and the City of Jasper. Here is an update on the progress from that meeting. Construction crews have completed most of the work between 3rd and 4th Streets. The road is now reopened…
Newest forecast data projects $2B less in revenue for state
by Whitney Downard, Indiana Capital ChronicleApril 16, 2025 In a sharp turnaround from the flush financial fortunes of the last budget cycle, Indiana’s projected revenue for the next budget cycle fell by $2 billion according to new forecast data publicized on Wednesday. The current budget cycle for the 2025 fiscal year is also short by…
Huntingburg police release information on death investigation
The Huntingburg Police Department provided an update on the death investigation that began on April 14, 2025. Huntingburg Police and first responders were dispatched to 107 N. Geiger Street on Monday at about 3:17 p.m. When police and first responders arrived, they located a 53-year-old woman, later identified as Olivia Mora Regalado, and four-year-old Evelynn Lopez,…
Jasper’s Utility Service Board approves emergency contract to address Skyline neighborhood issues
$579,097 contract awarded to Fer-Pal for water main cleaning and relining after months of resident complaints Jasper Municipal Utilities has received approval from the Utility Service Board to award an emergency contract to Fer-Pal Infrastructure for cleaning and relining water main pipes in the Skyline neighborhood. The board’s decision comes after months of resident complaints…
Dubois County Prosecutor’s Office secures convictions in multiple felony cases
The Dubois County Prosecutor’s Office secured several convictions in high-level felony cases during the first months of 2025, with multiple defendants receiving prison sentences for crimes including child molestation and possession of child pornography. In Dubois Circuit Court, Brian E. Gentry, 46, pleaded guilty to three counts of child molesting on February 25. The charges…
FireHouse set to rock Castle Knoll
FireHouse will perform at Castle Knoll Amphitheater on Friday, July 11, 2025, with special guest Paralandra. FireHouse has traveled all over the world, rocking fans for over three decades. The band has produced Gold, Platinum, and Multi-Platinum records in the United States and abroad. To date, they have released nine albums and have toured with some of the biggest names…
High School JAG program in jeapordy under Indiana budget bill
More than 900 students from throughout the country are expected to participate in a national Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) Career Development Conference April 24-26 in Indianapolis. That the conference is being held in our state is an exciting opportunity! But we’re sad to share that the future of JAG across Indiana is in jeopardy. The…
Va Bene Film Challenge screening local high school films at Astra
Jasper natives Shalyn Grow and Asya Hildenbrand will host the third annual Va Bene Film Challenge Screening at the Astra Theatre in Jasper. The event starts at 7:30 p.m., with doors opening at 7:00 p.m. This is a FREE event, but a ticket is required. Get your’s here https://www.eventbrite.com/e/va-bene-film-challenge-screening-tickets-1312046017959?aff=erelexpmlt. *Some subject matter maybe senstive to…
Public can listen to SkyWarn online for severe weather information
Attention public safety personnel and Dubois County residents: When severe weather threatens our area, many have been staying ahead of the storm by using their scanners to listen to the Dubois County Skywarn communications on our 147.195 MHz repeater located in Jasper, Indiana. The repeater was recently upgraded and now supports both traditional FM and…
WBDC Country Showdown 2025 line-up announced
Anticipation and excitement are higher than ever as country radio station 100.9FM WBDC has announced the contestants for the 43rd Annual WBDC Country Showdown. It will be held at the Jasper Arts Center on Friday, June 6, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. EST. The country music talent search gives local talent the chance to win over $1,000 in…
Dubois County property taxes projected to decrease under new law
Senate Bill 1, authored by Sen. Holdman and sponsored by Rep. Thompson, contains numerous provisions affecting property tax assessments, levies, deductions, and local income tax structures. The bill, which is headed to Governor Braun for approval, would implement changes gradually between 2025 and 2031, with some of the most significant impacts beginning in 2028. For…
Indiana Senate sends finalized local property, income tax plan to governor
by Casey Smith and Leslie Bonilla Muñiz, Indiana Capital ChronicleApril 15, 2025 Shortly after midnight Tuesday, Indiana Senate Republicans agreed to significant changes in an immense local property and income tax plan — avoiding risky negotiations in favor of sending it to Gov. Mike Braun. Despite earlier reservations — and a pressure campaign to veto…
Chief Deputy Jesus Monarrez announces run for Dubois County Sheriff
Chief Deputy Jesus Monarrez announced his candidacy for Dubois County Sheriff on the Republican ticket for the May 2026 primary election. With nearly 20 years of law enforcement experience, Monarrez emphasizes his commitment to community safety and preserving the county’s values as central to his campaign. “One county, one community, one mission – safety,” stated…
Dubois County Recorder warning public of property tax scam
Dubois County Recorder Jackie McPherron reported a scam her office was made aware of recently. According to McPherron, a Dubois County resident received an official-looking document labeled “Tax Investigation”. The document alleges the recipient is the subject of an investigation by the State of Indiana and that the state intends to seize their assets and…
Huntingburg police conducting death investigation
The Huntingburg Police Department is investigating the death of an adult female and a juvenile. At approximately 3:37 pm, officers were dispatched to the address of 107 N. Geiger Street in Huntingburg after a 911 call reported an unresponsive person in the home with blood around them. Deaconess Memorial Emergency Medical Services and Huntingburg Fire Department…
