Jasper Planning Commission grants primary approval for new development with caveats
Residents voice worries about density, design and traffic as developers agree to return with renderings The Jasper Planning Commission has granted primary approval for a new residential development called Z Place Square despite concerns from neighboring property owners about density, design aesthetics and increased traffic. The developers obtained several variances on December 4, 2024, including…
Framing Ferdinand receives Indiana Main Street designation
Framing Ferdinand has officially been designated as a Main Street organization by Indiana Main Street and the Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA). This recognition marks an important milestone in the town’s efforts to revitalize and enhance its downtown district, support local businesses, and foster a strong sense of community. With this designation, Framing…
Republicans announce new party officers
The Dubois County Republican Central Committee met on Saturday, March 1, 2025, to elect officers for the 2025-2029 period. The party’s reorganization and election of officers occur every four years. County Clerk Amy Kippenbrock was elected as Party Chairman. Other committee elections included State Senator Daryl Schmitt as Vice-Chairman, Bridgette Bartley as Secretary, and County…
Redemption hosts Cochren & Co. in Jasper
On Saturday, May 3 at 7 p.m. EDT, Gotee Records recording artist Cochren & Co. will be in concert at Redemption Christian Church’s Jasper Campus as a part of the group’s Running Home Tour. Opening acts are Contemporary Christian Music newcomers Megan Woods, known for her hit single The Truth, and Mackenzie Phillips. Tickets for the concert,…
Local government units among those awarded Community Crossings matching grants
Dubois County and Birdseye were among the many communities Mike Braun and the Indiana Department of Transportation announced were awarded Community Crossings matching grants for local road and bridge projects. More than $200 million was awarded across 245 Indiana cities, towns, and counties. Birdseye will receive $93,907.50, and Dubois County will receive the maximum grant…
Indiana House takes its turn on property tax discussions
by Whitney Downard, Indiana Capital ChronicleMarch 6, 2025 The Indiana House tackled property tax legislation for the first time this session, listening to hours of public testimony on two bills with a wide-ranging impact on local government services and school budgets. The meeting was still going at 10 p.m. — more than eight hours after…
Empty Huntingburg warehouse set to become new multiuse building
A California-based storage company plans to revitalize a long-vacant industrial building in Huntingburg and open a shared warehouse space by mid-April. All American Warehouses is under contract to purchase the 99,000-square-foot facility at 213 West First Street, the former DMI factory owned by Flexsteel. The building has been empty for about five years. The California-based…
Comedian Lee Hardin is set to bring the laughs to The Astra on Saturday, April 19
The Astra Theatre will be welcoming Lee Hardin for a comedic performance on Saturday, April 19. Hardin will be bringing an established act that is clean and family-friendly. Tickets are on sale now at www.AstraTheater.com. Reserved seating tickets are $15 for the balcony, $20 for the main floor, and $25 for the front rows of the main…
UPDATED: Orange County Sheriff’s Office seeking missing woman, three children
The Orange County Sheriff’s Office reported Chassity Brinkworth and her children have been located and are safe. They thanked everyone who shared and provided information. The Orange County Sheriff Department is seeking information regarding the location of Chassity Brinkworth. Chassity was last heard from on March 1, 2025. Chassity hasn’t communicated with any friends or…
Indiana Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts suspend statewide conservation programs
The Indiana Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts (IASWCD) has announced the indefinite pause of three statewide conservation programs due to recent funding freezes and delays resulting from unforeseeable and sweeping executive orders issued by the Trump administration. Beginning this week, all staff associated with the Conservation Cropping Systems Initiative (CCSI), Resilient Indiana (RITA), and Urban…
Ireland resident charged with possession of child porn
An Ireland man was arrested on multiple charges of child exploitation and child pornography by detectives with the Jasper Police Department’s Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. According to police, the task force received multiple related cybertips in February about a substantial amount of child pornography being stored/uploaded/downloaded/shared by an individual in the Dubois County…
Police continue to warn residents of scams
The Dubois County Sheriff’s Office warned of a bitcoin scam, and the Indiana State Police warned residents of the Publisher’s Clearing House Scam. The Dubois County Sheriff’s Office received a complaint of a scam in which a resident fell prey to it and lost a considerable amount of money. When the subject logged onto the…
Jasper Chamber hosting Legislative Breakfast Sat. March 8
Local state legislators, Representatives Steve Bartells, Shane Lindauer and Senator Daryl Schmitt, will provide a legislative update at the VUJ, CTIM building this Saturday, March 8, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. The event is free; refreshments will be available. The legislators will give a rundown of bills they are working on and then take moderated…
Commissioners discuss regional sewer district funding issues
County officials reaffirmed their commitment to addressing failing septic systems in the Haysville area despite facing challenges in securing optimal funding for the project. The county plans to address Haysville first as part of a plan to create the Dubois County Regional Sewer District. Haysville was chosen based on a study completed by Clark Dietz,…
Being for Others Health and Wellness Foundation announces Mary Champion as Director of Operations
The Being for Others Health and Wellness Foundation (BFO) named Mary Champion as its new Director of Operations. Mary will officially join the Foundation on Monday, March 17, 2025, bringing a wealth of experience in nonprofit management, program development, and community engagement. In this newly created role, Mary will lead BFO’s grantmaking process, assist in…
Lincoln Amphitheatre Sunday Amp Unplugged matinees announced
The Lincoln Amphitheatre’s popular Sunday matinee Amp Unplugged performances will return for three summer dates this season and will feature “Kashmir – an Unledded Full Band Acoustic Tribute to Led Zeppelin” on Sunday, May 18; the “On the Border” acoustic tribute to The Eagles on Sunday, September 14; and “Chrome Horse” a full band acoustic/electric…
Jasper Arts celebrates Youth Art and also features special Black Box Theatre exhibit at Thyen-Clark Cultural Center this week
Two exhibits will open this week at the Thyen-Clark Cultural Center this week. Jasper Arts with support from Kimball Electronics is pleased to present the work of Vincennes, Indiana artist, Fernando Lozano for the months of March, April and May 2025 at The Thyen-Clark Cultural Center. The solo installation exhibition titled ‘Portrait of the Sea’…
Ireland kicks off St. Patrick’s festivities honoring Tom and Esther Kellams
Friday evening, the Ireland St. Patrick’s Day Celebration officially kicked off with the annual Light Up Ireland held at Bret Voelkel’s restored Texaco garage. Here is a link to the full list of events. The garage was filled to the brim as the 2025 Mayors for a Day Tom and Esther Kellams were recognized for…
Dubois County Republicans announce new leadership
This caucus of Republican Precinct and Vice Precinct Committeemen set the party leadership, or Central Committee for the next four years, filling the offices of Chairman, Vice Chairman, Secretary, and Treasurer. Dubois County Clerk Amy Kippenbrock will serve as chairperson; State Senator Daryl Schmitt was chosen as vice-chair; Bridgette Jarboe Bartley as secretary; and Sonya…
Dubois County Democratic Party announces new party leadership
Dennis Tedrow has been elected as the new Chair of the Dubois County Democratic Party. He and his new Vice-Chair, Jenna Bieker-Jones, are the youngest elected party leaders in Dubois County Democrats’ history. “Democrats work every day to make Dubois County a stronger place to live. We are your coworkers, we are your friends, and…
Avian Influenza continues to affect wild birds across Indiana
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) continues to detect highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in wild birds throughout Indiana and has currently detected the H5NI virus in 30 counties. HPAI is also suspected in an additional 32 counties based on reports involving the deaths of raptors, cranes, and waterfowl. Counties where avian influenza has…
Jacobs Private Dining brings hospitality home
Noah Jacobs remembers his mom handing him a plastic cabbage knife to cut up lettuce with her when he was a little boy. The knife also served as a sword for the five-year-old’s forays into fantasy land, but in the moment with his mom, it began to shape his future. “I always wanted to get…
Where do federal funding cuts leave Indiana?
by Whitney Downard, Indiana Capital ChronicleFebruary 28, 2025 The state of Indiana receives more than $20 billion from the federal government annually, or 44% of its budget, and is the third-most reliant state — behind only Louisiana and Mississippi, according to an analysis from the left-leaning Center on Budget and Policy Priorities. Under President Donald Trump,…
Jasper to close busy intersection this Saturday
The City of Jasper and its contractor will close the intersection of 15th and Mill Street to all traffic on Saturday, March 1st, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. to facilitate the connection of a new water main to an existing water main. The truck detour route will be Newton Street to Thirtieth Street…
Flourishing Ferdinand shaping town’s future seeking public input
Ferdinand is shaping its future with the development of “Flourishing Ferdinand,” the town’s comprehensive plan designed to serve as a roadmap for growth, development, and long-term vision. Covering key topics such as land use, transportation, public facilities and services, housing, economic development, parks and recreation, and more, this plan will help guide decisions that impact…
Being for Others Health and Wellness Foundation hosting open house
The public is invited to attend an open house gathering of the newly established Being for Others (BFO) Health and Wellness Foundation on Wednesday, March 19 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. with a press conference to take place at noon with Christian Blome, Foundation President. The event will take place at the Dubois County…
Astra to feature John Prine tribute at The Astra on Saturday, April 5
The Astra Theatre is incredibly excited to be the host venue for a night of songs and memories of the legendary John Prine on Saturday, April 5. Jason Wilber and Dave Jacques will take to the Jim & Pat Thyen Performance Stage to present this very special evening. Tickets are on sale now at www.AstraTheater.com. Reserved…
Dubois County 911 and Fire Departments working hard for us
I am continually impressed by remarkable individuals who work every day to keep Dubois County a great place to live. The effort they put forth enhances the lives of us all and provides benefits in safety and savings to our pocketbooks. Today I recognize some of these individuals, particularly those who work for our fire…
Southridge to showcase theatrical upgrades with ‘Anastasia’
Southridge High School will present ‘Anastasia’ this week. Opening night is Thursday, February 27, at 7 p.m., and there will be three more opportunities to catch the show: Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. and again on Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets are available at the door or can be purchased at https://our.show/shsanastasia25. The production will…
Tickets on sale for Country Showdown; Sales support local veterans group
101 Country WBDC announced tickets are now on sale for the 43rd Annual WBDC Country Showdown. The highly anticipated event will occur at the Jasper Arts Center on Friday, June 6th, 2025. This year, WBDC is thrilled to partner with Operation Mind, Body, & Soul Corp., a veteran-minded 501(c)3 organization based in Jasper. For every advance ticket…
Gov. Braun talks possible property tax veto, budget goals as legislative session hits halftime
by Leslie Bonilla Muñiz, Indiana Capital Chronicle February 25, 2025 Indiana Gov. Mike Braun pushed property tax savings and budget cuts — expressing little concern that federal slash-and-burn tactics would hurt the state — in a Tuesday news conference held halfway through the ongoing legislative session. During the 30-minute availability at his Statehouse office, he…
