JASPER – The Rotary Club of Jasper – Passport will host a Veteran Roundtable Event featuring a screening of “Eva,” a short film created for veterans by filmmaker Mick Hetman. The event aims to bring together veterans and community members for meaningful dialogue and connection. The gathering will take place on Thursday, February 20, 2025,…

The Huntingburg Common Council introduced an ordinance Tuesday night to address hoarding issues within the city limits. The council has been discussing the ordinance and hoarding issues in the city for several meetings. The proposed ordinance seeks to prohibit the excessive accumulation of tangible personal property that may contribute to public health and safety hazards….

The Jasper Street Department will close West 11th Street from the Main Street intersection west, approximately 120 feet. Motorists can access 11th Street from Newton Street/US 231. This closure will occur on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. Barring any unforeseen issues, the street should reopen by 3:30 p.m. on Friday, February 14, 2025….

by Whitney Downard, Indiana Capital Chronicle February 11, 2025 Senate Republicans on Tuesday backed away from the most significant parts of Gov. Mike Braun’s property tax cut proposal. Instead, their version of relief includes tightening requirements for schools to advance certain referendums, limiting how much property tax levies can grow and introducing a credit for…

The Ruxer Foundation has transitioned from a private foundation to an endowment of the Dubois County Community Foundation.  The Alvin C. Ruxer Foundation was established in 1983 by Jasper entrepreneur and businessman Alvin Ruxer. Ruxer founded Jasper Engines & Transmission Exchange, Ruxer Ford, the JASPER State Bank and Ruxer Farms. The foundation supported Ruxer’s philanthropic…

Alexander Niehaus is serving as an intern for the Indiana Senate Majority Caucus during the 2025 legislative session.  Niehaus, a resident of Huntingburg, is the son of Kim and Derek Eckert, and Kurt Niehaus. Niehaus graduated from Southridge High School and is a sophomore at Indiana University studying informatics. “It is a privilege to work…

Jasper residents will soon be able to recycle tinted glass as part of the city’s expanded recycling program. Starting the week of Feb. 16, 2025, the city will begin collecting brown, green, and blue glass alongside the clear glass already accepted. The addition of tinted glass collection comes with the arrival of a new recycling…

Madeline Stevens, the daughter of Nick and Amy Stevens from Huntingburg and a member of Girl Scout Troop 281, received an anonymous donation to purchase and deliver Girl Scout cookies to the Huntingburg Police Department. She dropped them off on Monday.

The Edward J. Rottet Jr Memorial Scout Award, established in 1935, was presented on Scout Sunday, Feb 2, 2025, at the Jasper Knights of Columbus. The local scout award is based on outstanding character and achievement. More than 80 Scouts and adults attended, including Scout Troops 182 and 185 and Venture Crew 185 as this…

Fraudsters looking to exploit vulnerable people – here is how to protect yourself With Valentine’s Day approaching, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) want consumers to be aware they may be targeted for romance scams, a deceptive form of fraud that preys on individuals seeking companionship. These scams often…

by Whitney Downard and Niki Kelly, Indiana Capital Chronicle February 10, 2025 Despite being a top priority for new Indiana Gov. Mike Braun, Republican leaders in the General Assembly seem to be taking a more cautious approach to new state tax relief in budget discussions. “I really appreciate the governor kind of leaning in and…

This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters Aleksandra Appleton, Chalkbeat Feb 7, 2025 at 2:05pm 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…

The Jasper VFW announced it is open the following days in February as the post realigns to continue its service to the community and veterans of Dubois County. Though the post is not open the same hours as before, the members still perform and provide community services for veterans and others. Here are the open…

Ferdinand residents are encouraged to participate in the comprehensive planning process by engaging in a second public open house scheduled for March 6, 2025. The Town of Ferdinand will hold a second public open house to discuss the Flourishing Ferdinand Comprehensive Plan. The comprehensive plan is a guidance document for future growth and development that…

by Niki Kelly, Indiana Capital Chronicle February 7, 2025 Gov. Mike Braun has no patience for local governments upset by possible property tax cuts. He has told them directly they have grown too fast and it’s time to get back to reality. And, to his credit, he is doing the same thing with state government…

On Friday, the Dubois County Highway Department reported all roads were clear. Thursday, the Dubois County Highway Department reported that Hunley Creek is over Old Road 64 west of Patoka Road. This is the only road currently impacted by high water.

The Huntingburg Police Department launched a Camera Registry designed to let officers know the locations of personal camera systems like Ring and other door camera systems that have been installed. Residents with personal camera systems on their homes, properties or businesses can register those cameras with the department as part of a map of cameras….

Indiana Conservation Officer Joseph Haywood, who serves Dubois County, has been selected as the 2024 District 7 Officer of the Year.  Haywood has served as a conservation officer for 21 years. He served in Knox County before transferring to Dubois County. In addition to his regular duties as a field officer, Haywood serves in the…

The Indiana Department of Transportation announced speed feedback signs will be popping up in the Southwest District. Speed feedback signs are being installed to help encourage slower speeds in Indiana communities. Signs will be placed on state roads as speed limits are reduced as drivers enter communities across the district. Each sign alerts drivers of…

Experience an unforgettable evening of music and storytelling as two-time Tony Award winner Norbert Leo Butz takes the stage at the Jasper Arts Center on Saturday, February 22, at 7:30 p.m. With a career spanning Broadway, film, and television, Butz brings his signature charisma, powerful vocals, and dynamic stage presence to Jasper for one-night-only performance….

Jasper’s Downtown Revitalization Phase II Project is moving forward despite recent setbacks caused by last month’s ice storm, according to city officials. Construction teams are working to compensate for lost time, focusing on pouring curbs, ADA ramps, and sidewalks between 3rd and 4th Streets. The current road closure in this area is expected to continue…

The Indiana Destination Development Corporation (IDDC) announced Matt Eckert, Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari President and CEO, and member of the IDDC Board, has been appointed to a two-year term on the U.S. Travel and Tourism Advisory Board (TTAB) by the U.S. Secretary of Commerce. This appointment underscores Eckert’s dedication to advancing the travel and tourism industry at both the state and…

In a two-part video series, WJTS’s Ty Hunter covered a story about water issues impacting residents in the Skyline Neighborhood. The series appeared on the WJTS Facebook page here. Here is the first video outlining the issues residents are having. And a followup from the City of Jasper’s plan to mitigate the issue.