Wage study shows growth in region, still lags behind national average
Radius Indiana releases results from their 2024 Wage and Benefit Survey; findings show a stabilization in the labor market from previous pandemic-related disruptions, foreshadowing a positive economic outlook for the Southern Indiana region. In contrast to the instability of the labor force seen in the 2022 Wage and Benefit Survey results, the 2024 survey results…
Candy Neal is still loving the community that loves her
After Candy Neal moved her mother, Josephine, to Jasper from St. Louis in 2023, at least a dozen people reached out to ensure she was registered to vote in Dubois County. The gestures reflected the kindness for someone new in the community and the endearing care the community had extended to Candy over her 23…
Jasper Police Chief outlines department vision while describing current demands, issues
Jasper’s Police Chief Chad Dick presented his vision for the department to the Common Council at Wednesday’s meeting, highlighting staffing challenges, department statistics, and his leadership priorities moving forward. Dick, who was sworn in as chief in January following Nathan Schmitt’s retirement, outlined the significant personnel challenges the department faced in 2024. “To our knowledge,…
Downtown Revitalization Project continues with plans to be finished later this spring
According to details shared at a recent construction meeting, construction crews are set to complete most of the work between 3rd and 4th Street by March 28 as part of Jasper’s Downtown Revitalization Phase II Project. The section will undergo base paving and reopen to traffic, though occasional lane closures may still occur as workers…
Local students perform well at Job for America’s Graduates competition
Southwest Indiana Workforce shared the results of the Region 11 students who competed at the state Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) Competition. Southridge students performed well in two of the competitions. These 14 students from nine Southwestern Indiana counties attended the state competition after placing at the Career Development Conference in February. JAG programs across…
Being for Others launches $650,000 grant cycle for eight-county region
The Being for Others Health and Wellness Foundation officially launched its first grant cycle with $650,000 available to support health and wellness initiatives across eight counties in southern Indiana. The foundation, which began operations in Dubois County on February 1, 2024, emerged from a $20 million endowment provided by the Deaconess Health System when it…
Jasper students artwork on display Downtown this weekend
Check out all the artwork on display in Downtown Jasper this weekend. Beginning Friday, March 21, 2025, the Jasper Downtown Merchants’ windows will be covered with artwork from Jasper students. See map below.
Ball tag fun
A group of friends meeting up at Robert E. Parker Park in Jasper took over the playground there for some ball tag when the wind kept them from being able to shoot hoops. It was a fun and friendly game between the four that was interrupted at times when a friend would drive by. While…
Wastewater discussions at County Commissioners and Jasper Utility Service Board
The Dubois County Commissioners held a brief discussion on the Regional Sewer District progress Monday morning. Then, Monday evening, the Jasper Utility Service Board moved forward with a contract with Midwestern Engineering to begin planning and design work for a north-side wastewater plant to help accommodate the city’s growth. The new plant is also being…
Celestine Road to be closed for culvert work March 24
The Dubois County Highway Department will close Celestine Road North at the intersection of State Road 164 in conjunction with the Indiana Department of Transportation closing State Road 164 for culvert repairs. Barring any unforeseen circumstances, work will begin Monday, March 24th and last up to one week.
NE Dubois School Board meeting: Students advocate for solar power; CTE overview; Hosting education town hall
Students Advocate for Solar Panel System to Cut Energy Costs at NDHS A group of physics students from Northeast Dubois High School proposed implementing solar energy at their school, aiming to reduce electricity costs. The students appeared before the school board to advocate for a partnership with MySolar. The company allows clients to rent solar…
Dubois County Historical Society lighting up courthouse to commemorate Paul Revere’s historic ride
The Dubois County Historical Society is preparing to place two lanterns in the courthouse tower window this April, commemorating the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere’s historic ride and kicking off local celebrations for America’s upcoming 250th Anniversary in 2026. The county commissioners approve the request during their recent meeting, embracing the project as a way…
County pushing to expedite $1.5 million in Community Crossings Grant funding
The county has secured $1.5 million in Community Crossings grant funding, marking its most significant award to date from the program. The funds, representing 75 percent of the total project costs, will enable the county to complete just over $2 million in road improvements. “That’s our most to date,” County Engineer Brent Wendholt told the…
Broadway Icons Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp to perform at Jasper Arts Center
Jasper Arts is thrilled to present Broadway legends Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp in an unforgettable evening of music and storytelling at the Jasper Arts Center on Saturday, April 12. Best known for their iconic roles as Roger and Mark in the original Broadway cast of RENT, Pascal and Rapp will bring their signature talents…
Water work on Terrace Avenue will require boil water advisory
Jasper–The Jasper Municipal Water Department will turn off the water supply on Tuesday, March 18th, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. for water customers on Terrace Avenue only. Once the water is turned back on, a Boil Water Advisory will be in effect. The Boil Water Advisory is being issued to prevent residents from getting…
Column: True confessions of a lonesome loser
And I’m gonna’ die just a little more on each St. Valentine’s day . . .-Tom Waits, Blue Valentines. How I once dreaded Valentine’s Day, that cavity-inducing, flower-killing, quasi-holiday designed to make owners of a lonely heart, like me, feel like a turd in a tin cup. I envied any guy who was gifted something…
A lot of wind damage, but Dubois County fares better than surrounding counties
Wind damaged homes and structures throughout Dubois County during the early Saturday morning storm, which also caused several tornadoes in neighboring counties. “Dubois County fared incredibly well compared to other counties in District 10,” said Dubois County Emergency Management Director Tammy Humbert. “Gibson, Pike, Daviess, Martin (counties) were impacted pretty bad.” The National Weather Service…
Sgt. Brock Werne promoted, will lead Jasper State Police Post
Indiana State Police Superintendent Anthony Scott announced Sergeant Brock J. Werne has been promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. Lieutenant Werne will now serve as the Jasper District Commander in his new role. Lieutenant Werne has been a dedicated member of the Jasper Post for the last 17 years. His promotion follows a rigorous selection…
Huntingburg Regional Airport breaks ground on new terminal building
Friday, the Dubois County Airport Authority ceremoniously broke ground on its new terminal building at Huntingburg Regional Airport. The terminal, named after aviation pioneer Forrest “Frosty” Jones, represents the first time Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grant money has been approved for terminal construction at the airport. Airport Board President James (Jim) Hunsicker highlighted the historical…
Sisters of St. Benedict join fellow religious communities to decry U.S. Immigration Policy
“It is not just about migrants; it is about all of us, about the present and future of the human family.” —Message for the World Day of Migrants and Refugees, 2019, Pope Francis As followers of Jesus, we have heard the cry of the poor. Jesus told us to “welcome the stranger”; he also told…
Bretzville Junction roundabout construction moved to 2026
The Indiana Department of Transportation announced due to the re-engineering of the roundabout planned for Bretzville Junction, construction has been delayed to 2026. The improvement to the intersection was originally announced in 2022, with plans to open in 2025. Last year, INDOT announced it had planned to begin construction this spring and open the intersection…
Jasper, Huntingburg announce storm debris collection, disposal activities
Jasper and Huntingburg have announced ways for residents to remove debris from the early morning Saturday storms. The City of Huntingburg Street Department will conduct storm damage limb pickup through Monday, March 24, 2025. To have your limbs picked up, please place them at the curb. There is no need to cut or bundle the…
INDOT closing State Road 164 in Celestine next week
The Indiana Department of Transportation announced State Road 164 will be closed beginning Monday, March 24 near Celestine. This closure will occur at the intersection of Celestine Road. This road closure will allow for a pipe replacement project to be completed. Depending on the weather, this closure is expected to last through the beginning of…
Power line causes small fire, repair closes 2nd Avenue
Second Avenue in Jasper will be closed until 7 or 8 p.m. Friday as the Jasper Electrical Department replaces a utility pole. The incident began when a passing semi-tractor trailer snagged a power line feeding a residence along the 1100 block of Second Avenue. The power line was pulled down, which caused a portion of…
The Amazing Shake builds interpersonal skills for Holy Trinity students
Sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students at Holy Trinity Catholic School’s east campus participated in The Amazing Shake, a contest designed to improve interpersonal skills. Inspired by the Ron Clark Academy program, the school introduced the program in 2024 for the first time. Over a day-long event, students participate in several challenges scored by judges…
Happy St. Patrick’s Day: Ireland holding annual festival this weekend
The Town of Ireland is celebrating its roots this weekend with the St. Patrick’s Day Celebration. Each year the town gathers for a town-wide St. Patrick’s celebration full of fellowship and fun. ?Events include a Dodgeball/Cornhole Tournament, an Irish Trot (5K Run/Walk), St. Patty’s Breakfast, Luck of the Irish Craft & Vendor Fair, Cars and Coffee, St….
Birdseye sewer customers asked to take survey
Birdseye residents on Birdseye Sewer are being asked to take part in a survey from Indiana Region 15 as a requirement for the grant the community is seeking for the sewer.
Haircuts, Mario Kart and more at The Jasper BarberShop
Maybe it’s not an everyday occurrence, but Wednesday’s crowd of boys at Joey Ballard’s barbershop, The Jasper BarberShop, on Newton Street was a testament to his impact on his young patrons’ lives. Drawn in with an impromptu pizza and video games session while waiting for haircuts, the boys crowded around the television in one corner…
Ferdinand Councilman Ken Sicard: Legislature still hurts cities and towns
Thank you for reading my previous article where I commented on the property tax reduction efforts of our Indiana Legislature. When I wrote the first article, the Senate had just revised this bill and my article did not reflect the latest updates. I did state that the revised bill went from disastrous to bad. Concerning…
With potential bad weather, Emergency Management shares alert services
A NOAA weather radio is your best option to receive Severe Weather Alerts in a timely manner. Our agency recommends the Midland Weather Radio model #WR-120. The Dubois County Emergency Management Agency can program the WR-120 model if you need assistance insetting it up. If you do not have a weather radio or want additional…
Huntingburg Elementary presents Willy Wonka KIDS
Here are a few photos from today’s dress rehearsal of the Huntingburg Elementary School fifth-grade production, which was held at Southridge High School. The fifth-graders performed twice today for the elementary and middle school. It’s an explosive and fun show featuring more than 120 fifth graders and all the Willy Wonka fun you can imagine….
