Sheriff called to remove surveyors
On Thursday, deputies were called to a property in the path of the Mid-States Corridor to remove four members of a Lochmueller Group surveying crew. Bob Pfister and his wife, Kathy, own about 58 acres of classified woodlands northeast of Jasper in the Whoderville area. On maps posted on the Mid-States Corridor website, a portion…
TA Express, Arby’s, Dunkin’ opening in Dale
A new TA Express is expected to open near the I-64 interchange later this summer. Signs are up, and the new location features an Arby’s and a Dunkin’. The development is at the intersection of Burress Road and N. Washington Street just east of U.S. 231 near the Wendy’s.
Dubois County Community Foundation announces recent grant awards
Another round of community grantmaking totaling $17,826 will help advance the missions of two nonprofit organizations. These grants strengthen programs that address local needs and enhance the quality of place in Dubois County. Southwest Indiana Child Advocacy Center Coalition (SWICACC) received a $4,300 grant in support of its SANE Medical Program, housed at the Center on Fifth. This facility…
Braun says Indiana is out of execution drugs, signals willingness to debate capital punishment
by Casey Smith, Indiana Capital ChronicleJune 4, 2025 Indiana has exhausted its supply of lethal injection drugs after carrying out two executions in the past six months — and Gov. Mike Braun said Tuesday he doesn’t plan to buy more, at least for now. The governor’s remarks followed the state’s December execution of Joseph Corcoran…
Ziggi’s Coffee set to open on Jasper’s south side by year’s end
Construction has begun on a new coffee option on Jasper’s south side as local entrepreneurs Aaron and Ashley Cochran prepare to open a Ziggi’s Coffee drive-thru before the end of this year. The Cochrans, who live in St. Meinrad with their two young children, Cyrus and Owen, are bringing the Colorado-based franchise to what they…
Kickball at Bohnert
The Jasper Park and Recreation Department kicked off the summer activities with Tuesday Kickball at Bohnert Park today. Games are held every Tuesday from 9 to 10 a.m. until July 22. Here are a few photos from today’s games.
Missing autistic 19-year-old found
Perry County – Multiple police agencies and first responders searched for the 19-year-old after he went missing from Anderson Woods Monday at about 4 p.m. A Silver Alert was issued by Indiana State Police this morning, and Jasper State Police Post also provided an update at noon, asking locals to check vehicles and buildings on their…
Jasper Redevelopment Commission reviews payments, hears TIF updates
The new outdoor pool in Jasper is drawing impressive crowds since its opening day, with attendance numbers nearly doubling as temperatures rise. During a recent Jasper Redevelopment Commission meeting, Park and Recreation Director Tom Moorman gave an update on the facility’s performance while also handling routine financial matters. “Last weekend, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, we had…
Museum announces winners of 2nd Annual Photo Contest
The Dubois County Museum announced the winners of their Second Annual Photo Contest. A total of ninety photos were entered in the contest, with four photos entered by youth and 86 registered by adults. No teens entered this year. Judging was held during the month of May by the public and by two local professional…
State police searching for missing Bristow 19-year-old
This story has been updated. The individual was found and is safe with his family. The Indiana State Police Jasper District is investigating the disappearance of Nikhil Sood, a 19-year-old Asian male, 5 feet 10 inches tall, 200 pounds, black hair with brown eyes, last seen wearing a blue shirt, black shorts, and white tennis…
Broadway’s Tony Kishman bringing lauded McCartney celebration to the Lincoln Amphitheatre
Tony Kishman and his band are bringing their lauded Paul McCartney celebration “Live and Let Die” to the Lincoln Amphitheatre’s Kyana Woodstock Performance Stage this Saturday, June 7. This special event is being presented with support from Spencer Industries and the Thermwood Corporation. “Paul McCartney is one of the world’s greatest voices and either primary or…
Commissioners asked to disavow support of Mid-States Corridor
Jason McCoy, representing the Property Rights Alliance in conjunction with the Stop the Mid-States Corridor Alliance Coalition, presented a resolution to the Dubois County Commissioners opposing the Mid-States Corridor Project, citing environmental concerns and questioning economic benefits. The resolution is being proposed due to implications that the Indiana Department of Transportation and its proponents are…
Dubois County resident ordered to clean up property
Commissioners give property owners until June 16 to address junk vehicles, scattered items, and business operations concerns The Dubois County Commissioners have postponed a ruling on a property maintenance case involving the Kippenbrock property on Old State Road 64, giving the owners additional time to clean up items scattered around the property edges. The case,…
Protesters gather in Downtown Jasper
The Dubois County Democratic Party held a protest in Downtown Jasper on Saturday. The group started gathering around 11:30 and formed up on the south side of the courthouse at about noon. The planned event announced last week by the local party was designed to “express and give a voice to local Hoosiers’ concerns regarding what…
SBA offering disaster loans to assist March storm damages
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding eligible small businesses, private nonprofit organizations, homeowners and renters in Indiana of the June 23 deadline to apply for low interest federal disaster loans to offset losses from physical damage caused by severe storms and tornadoes occurring March 15. The disaster declaration covers the primary counties of Harrison and Orange,…
Ferdinand Heimatfest announces lineup; Music by GTP and Five Under
Ferdinand Heimatfest, sponsored by MasterBrand, is pleased to announce the 2025 Schedule of Events. All times listed below are Eastern. The event location is Ferdinand Community Center Grounds unless listed otherwise behind the event. For information on how to register, please visit or our Facebook page – Ferdinand Heimatfest. This year’s fest features music by…
Huntingburg Public Library to close for two weeks
The Huntingburg Public Library will be closed to the public for two weeks from Monday, June 9 through Saturday, June 21. During this time, staff and volunteers will be taking all library books, CDs, videos, and all other items currently on the upper level down to the new Children’s Area on the lower level. The…
Building Community 2025 to hold second teach-in, Tariffs for the Average Person
Building Community 2025 will host Tariffs for the Average Person, the second event in their Teach-ins 2025 series, on Thursday, June 5, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. ET at St. Benedict’s Brew Works, 860 E. Tenth St., Ferdinand, Indiana. Music by Debbie Schuetter from 6:00-6:30 p.m. ET. PLEASE BRING LAWN CHAIRS OR BLANKETS. Recent news has…
Conservation officers investigating drowning
Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating the death of a Princeton man after the boat he was in capsized Thursday morning on a private lake in Pike County. Brandon L. King, 49, of Princeton, was fishing about a mile and a half north of the town of Winslow when the jon boat he was in tipped…
Planned water outage in Jasper on Tuesday
The Jasper Municipal Water Department will be turning off the water supply on Tuesday, June 3, from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm, weather permitting, for a small portion of water customers. The only area affected will be Mill St. from 3rd to E. 9th St. and E. 8th St. from Jackson to McCrillus St. The…
Dan Fritch named this year’s Distinguished Citizen
The Buffalo Trace Council announced Dan Fritch is the 2025 Distinguished Citizen. He will be recognized at the annual award banquet on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at the Huntingburg Event Center in Huntingburg, Indiana. The annual event celebrates individuals who exemplify the Scout values of leadership, service, and community impact. Guests can expect an evening…
Forest Park wins Kimball Electronics’ annual Green Games
Forest Park High School narrowly defeated 2024 winner Northeast Dubois High School in the 2025 Kimball Electronics Green Games, resulting in a combined 4,500 pounds of recyclable materials being collected by participating high schools in Dubois County. Items collected were aluminum cans, plastic bottles, paper, cardboard, and bottle caps. The contest is part of the…
Bombers take decisive win at home opener
The Huntingburg Bombers roared to a commanding 13-3 win over the Danville squad in a decisive seven-inning matchup for their first home game Thursday. Pitcher Mick Uebehlor set the tone early, delivering a strong two-inning performance and allowing just one run. Relief pitchers Alex Cohen, Jake Stuteville, and Sage Stout maintained the momentum, each limiting…
Haubstadt man arrested for triple homicide
The Gibson County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a triple homicide that occurred Thursday evening in Haubstadt. According to police, they were dispatched to the 12,000 block of South Scottsdale Drive at about at 8:31 p.m. Central after Gibson County Central Dispatch received a 911 report of shots being fired. Multiple law enforcement agencies were dispatched…
Indiana bird flu status change relieves export restrictions
As of May 27, Indiana may declare freedom from highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). This designation, relative to standards set forth by the World Organization for Animal Health (WOAH), eases export restrictions and international trade barriers for Indiana poultry and poultry products. Poultry owners should note that HPAI-free status is NOT an “all clear” or an…
“Ida P. (Hagan) Whitaker” State Historical Marker to be dedicated in Ferdinand
A new Indiana state historical marker commemorating Ida (Hagan) Whitaker will be dedicated on Saturday, May 31. The public is invited to attend the dedication ceremony, which will take place at the corner of 11th and Main streets in Ferdinand at 11 a.m. (ET). Parking is available alongside the streets in the area. The new…
Carpenter is building for the future
Larry Carpenter III bought his first rental property when he was a senior at Southridge. Homes and buildings had always interested him as a child. After learning more about the industry through Dan Holmes, a local landlord and real estate investor, he decided at 18 to pursue the same path. He recognized the long-term benefits…
Spirit of Jasper season opens, offering quick family trips and baseball excursions
The first excursions of the season will be the new Family Quick Trips. These are perfect for anyone seeking family-friendly budget activities. In town for baseball or softball that weekend? Looking for a short and fun experience for your family or friends? We have the perfect excursions to add to your summer plans. The Family…
Notice: Dubois Democratic Party planning peaceful protest
The Dubois County Democratic Party is planning a peaceful protest for this Saturday, May 31, from 12 to 1 p.m. ET at the Dubois County Courthouse Square in downtown Jasper. According to the press release, the purpose of the event is to express and give a voice to local Hoosiers’ concerns regarding what they consider to be reckless,…
Donation expands Huntingburg’s Market Street Park
The Huntingburg Common Council accepted the donation of what is now a grassy lot on the southeast corner of Market Street Park at Tuesday’s meeting. The project began when a group of generous individuals contributed funds to the Community Foundation specifically to purchase the former chiropractic building. The donors’ intent was to acquire and raze…
Washington man charged with possession of child pornography
Members of the Indiana State Police’s Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Unit, with assistance from the Daviess County Sheriff’s Office, arrested a Washington man for distribution and possession of child pornography. Chad C. Cooper, 42, was arrested Wednesday, May 28, following the execution of a residential search warrant. Detective Robert Whyte initiated the investigation in…
