AES Indiana’s parent company to go private in BlackRock-led $33B buy; Democrats decry
AES owns the Crossvine Solar project located south of Huntingburg. by Leslie Bonilla Muñiz, Indiana Capital Chronicle March 2, 2026 AES, the parent company of AES Indiana, announced on Monday that it has agreed to be purchased for more than $33 billion by a group of large domestic and foreign investors — and could go…
Commissioners discuss taking steps to strengthen veterans service officer position
With more than a dozen applications since posting the open position for Veterans Service Officer, the commissioners are working with local veterans to help fill this important position. “I want to get it right this time,” Commissioner Chad Blessinger said during Monday’s meeting. “We’ve had five or six veteran service officers since COVID. I want…
Country Showdown seeking entries for 44th annual talent contest
One of Southern Indiana’s longest-running country music talent searches returns to the Jasper Arts Center in Jasper, Indiana. Radio station 101 Country WBDC continues to host the local showdown, now in its 44th year, which will be held on Friday, June 5th, 2026. Now is the time for acts from around the region to enter…
Lucchi announces candidacy for Dubois County Circuit Court Judge
Brian Lucchi has announced his candidacy as the Republican candidate for Dubois Circuit Court Judge Lucchi lives with his wife and children in Jasper. He is a graduate of Northeast Dubois and the son of Don and Vivian Lucchi. He earned degrees from Wabash College, Dallas Theological Seminary, and Indiana University McKinney School of Law….
Crawford County commercial egg farm quarantined after highly pathogenic avian influenza detection
Nearly 50,000 birds affected as state activates control zones spanning three Indiana counties, marking latest case in ongoing national animal health emergency. A commercial egg-laying operation in Crawford County with 49,727 birds is under quarantine after testing positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza, state officials announced 27 February 2026. The detection triggered active control and…
Dubois County Recorder announces new veterans award program, seeking local businesses to take part
Free service will provide veterans with discounts and incentives at local businesses The Dubois County Recorder’s Office, in partnership with Fidlar Technologies, is announcing a new service for veterans called Honor Rewards. With Honor Rewards, veterans can sign up in person or online to receive an Honor Rewards card that entitles them to discounts and…
Jimmy John’s coming to Huntingburg
A new Jimmy John’s franchise is set to open in Huntingburg, bringing its signature fast-and-fresh sandwich offerings to the community. Known for its streamlined menu and quick service, the shop specializes in sub sandwiches made on freshly baked French bread and stacked with premium meats, cheeses, and crisp vegetables. Customers can choose from a lineup…
Local students finalists in Poetry Out Loud state championship
Jasper High School student Bernadine Dure and Forest Park Jr./Sr. High School student Alyssa Hasselbring were both named as finalists in the state contest of Poetry Out Loud. A program of the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) presented locally in partnership with the Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) and administered by Mid Atlantic Arts, Poetry…
14th Annual Young Women LEAD Indiana Conference returns to Jasper on March 11
500 High School Girls to Gather for a Day of Confidence, Courage, and Career Inspiration The 14th annual Young Women LEAD (YWL) Indiana Conference will bring 500 high school girls from across southern Indiana to the Jasper Arts Center and the Vincennes University Jasper Campus for a transformative day of leadership development, career exploration, and…
Fan Jam Experience brings Final Four Fun to Jasper during Jammin’ in Jasper Tournament
Basketball fans of all ages are invited to get in the game when the Fan Jam Experience comes to Jasper, Indiana, during Jammin’ in Jasper, the popular youth boys basketball tournament. The interactive Fan Jam event will take place Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Jasper High School Gymnasium,…
Huntingburg taking steps to develop Maple Park property
The City Council unanimously approved a resolution authorizing the mayor to obtain appraisals of the Maple Park property, setting the stage for a comprehensive development process. The resolution allows the city to seek two to three appraisals for the property before issuing a request for proposals in the coming months. The property includes a full…
Jasper Library to present a western view of the American Revolution
History comes alive at the Jasper Library as historian and author, Eddie Price, presents “The American Revolution in the West” on Thursday, March 5, at 6 p.m. This special event is part of Dubois County’s America 250 programming, commemorating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. This engaging program explores the often-overlooked…
Southridge production of “The Music Man” opens Thursday
Southridge High School will present the student production of “The Music Man” this week. Opening night is Thursday at 7 p.m. Showings continue Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. and on Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online here. “The Music Man” follows fast-talking con man Professor Harold Hill, who arrives in River…
Avian flu found in Daviess County flock
A commercial turkey operation in Daviess County has been quarantined after testing positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). According to state officials, the affected premises — identified as Daviess 03 — houses 30,033 birds. A 10-kilometer control area and a 20-kilometer surveillance zone have been established, covering portions of Daviess and Martin counties. The…
Dubois County Council hears from opponents to the corridor, asked to leave RDA
At its regular meeting on Monday, the Dubois County Council heard from several representatives of the groups opposing the Mid-States Corridor, asking the council to withdraw its support for the Mid-States Corridor Regional Development Authority (RDA). The Mid-States RDA was created to provide a financial path for the Tier 1 study of the proposed Mid-States…
Mandy Patinkin concert canceled; Replacement artist to be announced
Jasper Arts announced that Mandy Patinkin in Concert: BEING ALIVE at the Jasper Arts Center will no longer take place as scheduled. Mandy Patinkin has been cast as Odin in Prime Video’s upcoming God of War series (based on God of War: Ragnarök). With filming beginning in early spring, this new commitment has created an…
Huntingburg taking steps to regulate commercial solar power projects
The Huntingburg Planning Commission unanimously approved a resolution to begin amending the city’s Unified Development Ordinance to require commercial solar energy systems to obtain special exception approval rather than be permitted by right. Under current regulations, commercial solar energy systems are permitted uses in agricultural districts and public institutional districts. The proposed amendment would require…
Holistic Wellness Expo Sunday, March 1 at Huntingburg Event Center
After outgrowing last year’s venue, the annual Holistic Wellness Expo is celebrating its sixth year in a new location with even more room and offerings. On Sunday, March 1, 2026, the free event opens in the Huntingburg Event Center at noon and goes until 5 p.m. According to organizers, this milestone event showcases the organization’s…
Lawmakers eye road spending review as big southern Indiana plans face opposition
by Tom Davies, Indiana Capital Chronicle February 24, 2026 Indiana legislators are looking to give themselves more say over big-ticket highway projects at a time when a proposal in Gov. Mike Braun’s hometown is facing significant local opposition. A provision added last week to the bill focused on attracting the new Chicago Bears stadium to…
Dubois County Historical Society to discuss Lincoln and Declaration of Independence
The Dubois County Historical Society will meet at 6:30 p.m. EST on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at the Dubois County Museum, 2704 N Newton St, Jasper. The program will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence through a presentation by Joshua Claybourn titled “Abraham Lincoln, the Declaration of Independence, and the American Idea.”…
2026 Shamrock Court announced; Town ready to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
The Ireland St. Patrick’s Day Celebration announced the members of the 2026 Shamrock Court. The pageant was held on Sunday in the Ireland Elementary School gym. The Light Up Ireland Kick-Off Party is this Friday. See below for more information on this year’s events. Teen Miss Shamrock CourtTeen Miss Shamrock Queen: Cali JackleTeen Miss 1st…
What to watch in the last week of Indiana’s legislative session
by Tom Davies, Indiana Capital Chronicle February 23, 2026 Indiana’s shortened legislative session is barreling into its final week, with several significant issues unresolved ahead of Friday’s expected adjournment. Republican legislative leaders cut two weeks from this year’s session calendar to make up for the time lawmakers spent in December on the congressional redistricting debate….
Veterans still being served at Dubois County Veterans Service Office
Dubois County veterans seeking assistance or information on VA claims can still visit or set up appointments at the Veterans Service Office during normal business hours, thanks to the volunteer efforts of several local veterans. According to local veteran Daryl Hensley, Veterans Service Officer for DAV Chapter 77, they have six to eight veterans volunteering…
Club Road closing for culvert replacement
The Dubois County Highway Department will close Club Road on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, for culvert replacement. The road will be closed 400 feet south of the intersection with County Road 675 South. Work will take place between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m., barring any unforeseen circumstances. Local traffic will be able to access up to…
How would Indiana’s stadium deal with the Chicago Bears work?
by Niki Kelly, Indiana Capital Chronicle February 19, 2026 Indiana legislators added some details Thursday on their outline for how a Northwest Indiana Stadium Authority would partner with the Chicago Bears on a possible multi-billion dollar stadium project in Hammond. Here are questions and answers about the plan in Senate Bill 27: How much money…
Community fundraiser planned at Jasper McDonald’s to support Cora Hopf and Adeline Boyles families
Community members are invited to come together on Monday, February 23, from 5 to 7 p.m. for a special fundraiser at both Jasper McDonald’s locations to support Cora Hopf and Adeline Boyles and their families. Held in partnership with Jasper Wildcats Basketball, the event will feature student-athletes serving guests during the evening. The boy’s varsity…
Jasper Council approves resolution to expand Central TIF
The Jasper Common Council approved expanding the Central Tax Increment Finance District by a 4-3 vote at Wednesday’s regular meeting. The resolution establishes a new allocation area north of Home Depot within the existing Central TIF district, creating a mechanism to capture increased assessed value from future development on the approximately 90-acre property owned by…
Levi Clauss receives Rottet Scouting Award
The Edward J. Rottet Jr Memorial Scout Award, established in 1935, was presented on Scout Sunday, Feb 1, 2026, at the Jasper Knights of Columbus. More than 80 Scouts and adults attended, including Scout Troop 185. The local scout award is based upon outstanding character and achievement. This year’s recipient is Levi Clauss, a senior…
Huntingburg Park Board approves bid for pickleball courts, expanded parking
The Huntingburg Park Board unanimously approved a bid for an expanded pickleball court project that includes significant parking lot improvements, accepting the sole proposal submitted by Cal Car for $69,375. The project represents an upgrade from the original pickleball court-only proposal, which carried a price tag of $29,830. Council members opted for the alternate bid…
Memorial Medical Center Foundation establishes Ann Dall Hopf Memorial Nursing Education Endowment to honor lifelong legacy of care
The Memorial Medical Center Foundation established the Ann Dall Hopf Memorial Nursing Education Endowment Fund, created by Mike Hopf and family in loving memory of Ann Kathleen Hopf. This permanent endowment will support the professional development and education of nurses at Deaconess Memorial Medical Center and provide scholarships for local students pursuing careers in healthcare, continuing Ann’s legacy of compassion,…
Jasper Jaycees celebrate excellence at second annual awards ceremony
On Saturday, January 10, 2026, the Jasper Jaycees proudly hosted their second annual awards ceremony, recognizing the outstanding dedication, leadership, and community service of members throughout 2025. The evening was led by outgoing 2025 President, Madelyn Blaize, as volunteers who have gone above and beyond in service to both the organization and the community were…
