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…

“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…

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…

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…

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.

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…

After several months of consideration and discussion, the Huntingburg Common Council passed an ordinance to address incidents of hoarding. The ordinance, 2025-06, provides code enforcement officials with additional tools to tackle situations where excessive accumulation of personal property creates dangerous conditions. During the council meeting, City Attorney Phil Schneider outlined the key components of the…

The Huntingburg City Council voted down a proposed gas rate increase ordinance, directing financial advisors to develop a more balanced approach that shifts costs toward base charges rather than usage rates. During a public hearing on Tuesday, council members expressed concerns about the impact of the initially proposed 27 percent rate increase on residents, particularly…

The Huntingburg Water Utility is looking at up to $1.2 million to repair two filters at the city’s water treatment plant, according to a presentation made to the City Council by Commonwealth Engineering. The filters, part of a 2019-2020 plant upgrade, began leaking about two years ago. The issue affects filters five and seven, with…

Seven inductees will be enshrined in the banquet ceremony on Saturday, September 27, at the Calumet Lake Event Plaza: Alan J. Dick — Center on the 1966 AP All-State football team; selected for North-South AllStar Football Game; starting offensive tackle for Purdue University in 1969, 1970. Neil Giesler — Baseball All-State 2001, 2002; selected in…

During Tuesday’s Jasper Board of Public Works meeting, Jasper Police Chief Chad Dick reported that officers from the department have demonstrated exceptional professionalism and service in recent weeks, handling situations ranging from uncooperative drivers to life-threatening emergencies. Each month the board is provided with statistics regarding police activities in the city. “Sometimes just looking at…

Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita has sued a company using a Jasper, Ind. address for allegedly engaging in illegal deceptive practices, including identity theft and fraudulent timeshare transactions. The complaint, filed in Dubois County, claims the company never conducted legitimate business in Indiana and used its state business registration to perpetrate fraud against timeshare owners….

The Dubois County Chamber of Commerce has hired Angie Sanchez-Hostetter as its new executive director. She brings extensive experience in non-profit work, leadership, marketing, and community engagement, making her the ideal candidate for this role. “We are thrilled to welcome Angie as our new Executive Director,” said Amy Gehlhausen, the Dubois County Chamber of Commerce…

Congressman Mark Messmer reported on his activities representing the 8th District during the Jasper Chamber of Commerce’s second Legislative Breakfast on Saturday. Mr. Messmer was an unexpected guest during the event, which the chamber holds twice each Indiana legislative session. You can see the story on comments from the attending state legislators here. Messmer noted…

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces alternating lane closures for I-64 east of Ferdinand. Beginning on or around Monday, March 17, crews will close one lane of traffic in both directions on I-64 in Perry County. These lane closures will occur over Hurricane Creek, near Ferdinand. Lane closures will allow for bridge preventative maintenance. Work is…

The Town of Ferdinand is asking residents who were unable to attend their recent Flourishing Ferdinand meeting to take a survey and give their feedback on the plan. This meeting held on March 6th, 2025, was designed to inform the public about the Flourishing Ferdinand Comprehensive Plan and offer the chance for input as this…

This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters Aleksandra Appleton, Chalkbeat Mar 7, 2025 at 12:22pm EST Sign up for Chalkbeat Indiana’s free daily newsletter to keep up with Indianapolis Public Schools, Marion County’s township districts, and statewide education news. The 2025 legislative session is likely to bring big…