Public notice: Rotary Club of Dubois County seeks to host innovative readiness training program
Notice to Medical providers, labor unions, and private individuals: The Rotary Club of Dubois County intends to solicit assistance from the Department of Defense’s Innovative Readiness Training program. The assistance will provide medically underserved residents of Dubois and surrounding counties with access to no-cost dental, vision, and health screenings, examinations, and services. The proposed assistance…
Dubois County Emergency Management Agency moves to new office
The Dubois County Emergency Management Agency has moved to a new location, effectiveJune 10, 2024. The office is now located at the Dubois County Security Center at 255 Brucke Strasse; Suite A,Jasper IN 47546. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Huntingburg Council approves solar decommissioning agreement and USDA loans for wastewater project
The Huntingburg Common Council took two actions at Tuesday’s regular meeting. After a short discussion, the council approved the decommissioning plan for the 260 acres of the 1,600-acre Crossvine Solar panel project planned by Lightsource BP because those acres are within the city’s extra-jurisdictional area. Here is a story about the project from the last…
Memorial Hospital opens new MRI Suite
Radiology staff at Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center held a ribbon cutting on June 7 to celebrate the opening of their new MRI suite, complete with a new, upgraded Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) system. The new system features the most current software for shorter scan times and improved image quality. The MRI machine has…
Grain bin rescue practice
County fire departments were invited to a grain bin rescue training session at Hochgesang Farms on Monday evening. The Jasper Fire Department organized the training, allowing firefighters to run through a rescue scenario using the specialized equipment for these types of emergencies. While the firefighters seemed to have fun in the corn containers as they…
Kippenbrock exploring nomination for State Senate
Amy Kippenbrock, currently serving her second term as Dubois County Clerk, has formed an exploratory committee for Indiana State Senate District 48, which represents all of Crawford, Dubois, Gibson, Perry, Pike, and Spencer Counties. Mark Messmer, who has represented the district since 2014, received the Republican nomination for Indiana’s Eighth Congressional district last month. “I…
Disabled American Veterans names Bartels Legislator of the Year
State Rep. Stephen Bartels (R-Eckerty) recently received the Disabled American Veterans’ Legislator of the Year award for supporting Hoosier veterans and their families. “As a fellow veteran, advocating for Hoosier veterans along with those who are currently serving is one of my top priorities,” said Bartels, chair of the House Veterans Affairs and Public Safety…
Mill Street asphalt work to begin Tuesday
The City of Jasper and contractor Calcar Paving will begin milling surface asphalt on Mill Street between 15th and 30th Streets starting Tuesday, June 11, 2024. The placement of new surface asphalt will occur after milling is complete. This work could last through the week. Motorists may wish to use Cathy Lane or Newton Street as detours.
Coffee with Jasper Mayor Dean Vonderheide on Thursday, June 20
The public is invited to Coffee and Conversation with Mayor Dean Vonderheide at Parlor Doughnuts in Jasper from 8 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. on Thursday, June 20. Parlor Dougnuts will have coffee for attendees. No need to RSVP – – just show up! Take this time to meet with the Mayor, hear what is going…
Annual American Flag Disposal ceremony for Dubois County this Friday, June 14th
The public and the local community are cordially invited to attend and participate in the Annual American Flag Disposal Ceremony for Dubois County. The Dubois County Veterans Council (DCVC) will conduct the annual ceremony for disposing of worn, used, torn and unserviceable US American Flags on Friday, June 14th (FLAG DAY) at the Dubois County…
Habitat presents its 20th home to new homeowner
Linda Verkamp will move into her freshly built home on Birk Drive later this week. Thanks to her “sweat equity” and the efforts of volunteers and supporters of Habitat for Humanity of Dubos County, she and her cat, Sugar, have a new place to call home. This is the 20th home the local affiliate of…
‘Last Minute’ wins the WBDC Country Showdown
The WBDC Country Showdown presented by Mercy Urgent Care concluded on Friday, June 7th, naming Last Minute of Yorktown, Indiana, as the winner in front of a sold-out crowd at the Jasper Arts Center. Last Minute’s combination of musical talent, stage presence, charisma, and musicianship caught the attention of the judges. Jenna Rose of New Castle was…
Jasper Strassenfest Half Pot kicks off; Proceeds benefit VUJ Scholarship Fund
Sales for the 2024 Jasper Strassenfest Half Pot event are now underway. Tickets are available for purchase at the Jasper Chamber of Commerce, VU Jasper bookstore, and various events throughout June. Starting in July, ticket sales will move to on-site booths in front of Ruler Foods and at the Southgate Shopping Center in Jasper and…
Ward Davis set to return to The Astra on Saturday, June 22
Singer/songwriter Ward Davis will return to the Astra Theatre along with Isaac Rudd & The Revolvers on Saturday, June 22. Davis’ music has been described as “ a muscly country-rock,” and he owns an unmistakable voice to go with his renowned songwriting abilities. An NPR Music Live Session described Davis as possessing a “weathered croon,…
Mercy Urgent Care set to open Thursday, June 13
Jasper’s newest medical center specializes in quick, convenient, and kind care designed to accommodate those unexpected illnesses and injuries that pop up at various times in life. Mercy Urgent Care will open its new location in the same complex as Jimmy Johns and Harvest Health in Jasper next Thursday, June 13, 2024. Its convenient daily…
New diploma requirements could have an outsize impact on college-going students
This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters Aleksandra Appleton, Chalkbeat Jun 4, 2024 at 11:22am EDT 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. A plan to refocus Indiana’s graduation requirements on work…
RWB Music Festival partnering with 4th Fridays for a Country-filled weekend
The RWB Music Festival is thrilled to announce its exciting new partnership with Destination Huntingburg’s 4th Fridays event series in Huntingburg, promising a weekend filled with outstanding country music and vibrant community activities. Scheduled for August 23-24, this collaboration is set to provide an unforgettable weekend experience for country music lovers and local residents alike….
Photo contest winners announced by Dubois County Museum
The Dubois County Museum announced the winners of the First Annual Photo Contest held at the museum in May. With one hundred entries that included tranquil scenes, birds, flowers, photographs of pets and animals, and many other subjects, the contest attracted various subjects from several age groups. The public voting for the People’s Choice Awards…
Jasper pavement preservation projects begin June 11
The Jasper Street Department, along with contractor Seal Master, will begin the annual Asphalt Pavement Preservation Projects (Liquid Road) beginning on Tuesday, June 11, barring any unforeseen events. This surface coating is comparable to a seal coating; however, it is thicker, more durable and designed to wear longer than an ordinary seal coating. Residents will…
Stephanie Stemle named interim dean of VUJ
Vincennes University announced that Stephanie Stemle, Assistant Vice President for Strategic Initiatives, will be Interim Dean of VU Jasper as current Assistant Vice President and Dean Christian Blome is leaving VUJ for a new professional opportunity. Stemle, a Dubois County native and resident, brings 14 years of dedicated service at VU to her interim role….
ROI to welcome Christian Blome to team as Assistant Vice President of Talent and Training Solutions
Regional Opportunity Initiatives (ROI) announced Christian Blome will begin his role on July 17 as Assistant Vice President of Talent and Training Solutions. ROI’s education and workforce team works with employers, K-12 school systems, post-secondary institutions, community partners, and state leaders to create a regional system for high-quality education and training aligned with the workforce…
Emergency boil order issued for small area in Jasper
Due to a water main break, the Jasper Municipal Water Department is issuing a boil advisory affecting a very small part of the city. The area affected consists of W. 14th St between US 231 and Maute St., including Kundek St. between W. 14th and Beckman St. We will update you when the boil advisory…
Jasper Redevelopment hears Central TIF revenue increasing for foreseeable future
The Jasper Redevelopment Commission learned that the Central Tax Increment Finance district, or allocation area, would capture about $871,000 in revenue in 2024 and continue to increase to $1.5 million by 2033. This, along with overviews of the city’s two additional TIF districts, was part of an annual presentation the city must hold for overlaying…
Downtown Chowdown this Thursday, June 6
The Downtown Chowdown is this week on Thursday June 6th. The event begins 4 p.m. at the Jasper Riverwalk/Dave Buehler Plaza. There will be food trucks, live music with Debbie Schuetter, and yard games. The Jasper Public Library will be hosting kids crafts and activities will begin at 5 p.m. Mobile Food Vendors: Wood Capital…
Former lead singers of Boston and Chicago to headline “Lead Singers of Classic Rock” night at the Lincoln Amphitheatre
Tommy DeCarlo, a former singer of the classic rock band Boston, and Jason Scheff, a longtime lead vocalist and bassist for the band Chicago, will co-headline an evening of classic rock hits on Saturday, June 8, at the Lincoln Amphitheatre. This very special evening is sponsored by Best Home Furnishings. “Having two integral and longtime members…
Column: How I broke this | Episode 7 | LZA Fitness
| INTRODUCTION V.O.: Ineptitude . . . Failure . . . Inanity . . . Stupidity . . . MURDER! . . . MURDER!!. . . MURDER!!! This is How I Broke This. SFX: CARTOONISH BROKEN SPRING. BOINGGGGGGG. GUY RAZZ: I’m Guy Razz, host of How I Broke This. Not to be confused with that other…
Saint Meinrad Archabbey History Museum presents inaugural exhibit
The new Saint Meinrad Archabbey History Museum, St. Meinrad, IN, will host its first exhibit titled “The Evolution of Tradition: A Brief History of Saint Meinrad Archabbey.” The exhibit will run from July 1, 2024, to November 29, 2024. The exhibit tells how Benedictine monks from Switzerland made their home in southern Indiana in the 1850s and…
German American Bancorp, Inc. announces the sale of the assets of German American Insurance, Inc. to Hilb Group
German American Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: GABC) today announced and closed the sale of the assets of its wholly-owned subsidiary, German American Insurance (GAI), to Hilb Group, an industry-leading insurance broker. The all-cash transaction is for $40 million and creates a significant after-tax gain, net of transaction costs, of approximately $27 million. The purchase price represents…
$20M endowment established to support community health and wellness
A new private, non-profit foundation, Being for Others Health and Wellness Foundation, Inc., has been established with a $20 million endowment to support health and wellness initiatives in Dubois and the surrounding counties. The nonprofit was established as a result of Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center’s recent affiliation with the Deaconess Health System. The…
Free summer meals available to students across Indiana
This summer, all Indiana students age 18 and younger have access to free, nutritious meals and snacks at more than 1,000 locations statewide through the 2024 Summer Food Service Program. Locally, Greater Jasper Consolidated School Corporation is providing summer meals from May 28 to August 2 at the Jasper Elementary School located on Portersville Road. Free…
Contestants announced for 42nd WBDC Country Showdown
Excitement is building as the 42nd Annual WBDC Country Showdown presented by Mercy Urgent Care returns to the Jasper Arts Center on Friday, June 7 at 6:30 p.m. EST. Twelve acts from across the region are performing this year, with a few returning and some making their Showdown debut. Radio station WBDC is proud to once again be…
