Meridian Road to close Thursday and Friday this week
The Dubois County Highway Department will have daytime closures on Meridian Road on Thursday, February 22, and Friday, February 23, 2024, for culvert work. The road will be closed approximately 250 feet south of 15th Street on Thursday, February 22, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and on Friday, February 23, from 8 a.m. to…
Night to Shine celebrates ninth year
The unabashed joy of the annual Night to Shine celebration at Redemption Christian Church is a beautiful sight every year. In its ninth year, the church and hundreds of volunteers come together to put this wonderful night on for this special royal court. Created by the Tim Tebow Foundation, Night to Shine is a prom-like…
$3.3M FAA grant great stepping stone to Frosty Jones Terminal at Huntingburg Airport
The Huntingburg Regional Airport announced it was awarded $3.3 million grant from the Federal Aviation Administration’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Airport Terminal Program to be used for the Frosty Jones terminal building project. With a total projected cost of $6.5 million, the grant from the FAA signifies a crucial step forward for the airport. The terminal…
Memorial Hospital vice president wins Baldrige Foundation Award for Leadership Excellence
Lori Person, Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center’s Vice President of Patient Services and Chief Nursing Officer, has been named a 2024 recipient of the Baldrige Foundation Award for Leadership Excellence in the healthcare sector. The Baldrige Foundation’s Leadership Awards recognize outstanding individuals who embody Baldrige leadership and management values and principles and have provided…
It is important to protect your eyes during the upcoming eclipse
The excitement is building for the 2024 total solar eclipse, but when you look toward the sky, make sure you are not damaging your eyes. Failing to take proper precautions can result in severe and irreversible damage to one’s eyesight. Staring at sun during an eclipse, even for a few seconds, can lead to a…
Huntingburg Council meeting: Mayor’s Youth Council set to create flower garden
The Huntingburg Common Council heard an update on a special project the Huntingburg Mayor’s Youth Council is working on. Youth council representative Maleah Dearing told the council the group is moving forward with creating eight raised bed garden plots on a 50-by-50 foot area adjacent to Hunter’s Crossing near the train overpass. The group would…
Grants available to help homeowners with needed home repairs
Low- to moderate-income Dubois County homeowners needing help making necessary home repairs can now apply for grants through a special county-wide program. Dubois County and the City of Jasper, with matching funding through the Hoosier Enduring Legacy Plan, have partnered and applied a portion of the American Rescue Act funding they received in 2021 to…
SWICACC announces 2024 Kickback Band Together Against Child Abuse
Southwestern Indiana Child Advocacy Center Coalition (SWICACC) will host their annual Kickback fundraising event, Band Together Against Child Abuse, on April 20, 2024, at the Calumet in Jasper, Indiana. The event will be dedicated to combating child abuse and aims to raise essential funds to protect and support vulnerable children in the community. With doors…
Special bourbon lottery supports Next Steps Recovery Home
A recent right-to-buy lottery for several special bottles of bourbon held by Holiday and Wooden Keg Liquors raised $11,270 for the Next Steps Recovery Home in Jasper. This lottery of 30-plus bottles included highly sought-after bourbons like Pappy Van Winkle, Buffalo Trace Antique Collection, and several super rare bourbons. This is the fifth Bourbon Charity…
Extra funding needed after Jasper outdoor pool bids higher than expected
At its most recent regular meeting, the Jasper Redevelopment Commission agreed to provide a cash contribution to the Jasper outdoor pool project to cover the difference between the project cost and engineering estimates. This occurred due to the bids for the project coming in higher than expected when they were opened at January’s regular park…
Celebrate the music of Tony Bennett this March
Get ready for an evening of unforgettable melodies as Jasper Community Arts proudly presents Chris Mann’s “Bennett: From Gershwin to Gaga,” honoring the legendary Tony Bennett and his iconic songbook. This captivating performance will take place at the Jasper Arts Center on Saturday, March 02,at 7:30 p.m. Join Chris Mann for a bombastic evening celebrating…
Dubois County Polar Plunge Feb 18th
The annual Dubois County Plunge at Ferdinand State Forest Lake will be on Sunday, February 18, 2024. Since 2011, adventurous locals have been plunging into the State Forest Lake to raise money for persons in need through donations to the Lange-Fuhs Cancer Center and area food banks. Over the years, we have been able to…
Work underway on Clem and Mary Lange YMCA expansion
Work on the planned addition of a therapy pool, sauna, and community gathering space to the Clem and Mary Lange YMCA in Ferdinand began this week. You can read more about the additions coming to the location at the following link.
Celestine Elementary demolition
St. Isidore Catholic Parish posted a story on the church’s website featuring scenes of the Celestine Elementary School being demolished on Monday. The building that originally housed the St. Celestine School was built in 1922. After closing Celestine Elementary in 2020, Northeast Dubois School Corporation returned the building to the diocese that August.
Filing deadline passes: Six gubernatorial hopefuls to appear on GOP ballots
by Leslie Bonilla Muñiz, Indiana Capital Chronicle February 9, 2024 Dozens of candidates for Indiana’s top elected offices will hit Hoosier primary ballots this spring — including a whopping eight gubernatorial hopefuls, more than 150 state-level job-seekers and more than five-dozen congressional contenders. Candidates aiming for the Democrat or Republican primary ballot had until Friday…
Chamber luncheon featuring new NSA Crane commanding officer
The Jasper Chamber of Commerce will host Commander Luis G. “Homie” Martinez for a special luncheon on March 5. Commander Martinez took command of Naval Support Activity Crane last July. Commander Martinez is a native of El Paso, Texas. He graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 2007 and was designated a naval flight…
Residents should be prepared for solar eclipse crowds
The Dubois County Emergency Management wants residents to be aware of issues that could come up with the influx of tourists for the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse. On April 8, 2024, much of Indiana will experience a total solar eclipse with the path of totality spanning southern and central Indiana. This event may draw as…
Dubois County spring sports signups for Special Olympics Indiana Monday, Feb. 26
Special Olympics Indiana is hosting signups for spring sports at the Jasper High School Community Room on Monday, February 26 at 5:30 p.m. Spring sports includes bocce, swimming and track and field There will be a short meeting after the signups. For any questions or information, please call Stephani Lane at 812-630-4292
Jasper intersection to close for water line extension
LAN Construction will close the intersection of 4th and St. John streets in Jasper starting at 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024. This closure is to extend a water line and could last until 5:00 p.m. that day. Motorists may use Clay Street and 5th Street as a detour during this closure. This closure will take…
Laugh Your Heart Out this Valentine’s Day Weekend with My Funny Valentine Comedy Show
Jasper Community Arts presents an evening of laughter and love with “My Funny Valentine,” a night of stand-up comedy featuring the hilarious Amy Barnes and the witty Pat Hazell. This comedic extravaganza will take place at the historic Astra Theatre on Saturday, February 17, at 7:30 pm. “My Funny Valentine” promises to be an unforgettable…
Indiana Department of Health warns of rabies in Southern Indiana skunks
The Indiana Department of Health urges residents to vaccinate their pets against rabies and to keep a safe distance from wildlife after skunk rabies was detected in two southern Indiana counties–Clark and Washington counties. Skunk rabies is normally present in northern Kentucky, but these are the first cases confirmed in Indiana since 2004. No human…
Empowering Girls, Transforming Lives: Girls on the Run of SW Indiana launches 52-week raffle in celebration of 10th anniversary
Girls on the Run of Southwest Indiana announced the commencement of a transformative 52-week Raffle, marking a significant milestone as the organization celebrates its 10th Anniversary in 2024. This impactful fundraising initiative aims to elevate awareness and support for Girls on the Run, a program dedicated to inspiring young girls to become their bravest selves…
Column: Going mano a mano with a Cubano
The year ended with a near-miss cooking catastrophe. Fortunately, the Cubanos turned out fine, but there was a trio of little fires—figuratively speaking—to contend with during the process of appeasing the tastebuds of our New Year’s Eve company. In the kitchen, figurative fires are preferred to literal fires since there are no actual flames to…
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library coming to Dubois County
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is coming to Dubois County through a partnership with Friends of the Jasper Public Library and the Dubois County Community Foundation. Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is a book gifting program that mails free, high-quality books to children from birth to age five. Inspired by Dolly Parton’s commitment to literacy, this project seeks…
Road use agreements approved for Duff Solar Park; residents have concerns
EDP Renewables is expecting to begin work on the Duff Solar Park later this year. A few residents have concerns about the project and spoke at Monday’s Dubois County Commissioners meeting. Prior to opening the floor for comments, Bridget Chia, Project Manager–Easter Region, gave an update on the project. She reported the company had agreements…
Elaborate computer scam bilking hundreds of thousands from residents
If the alert comes up on your computer, don’t fall for the trap that could lead to you losing money. It’s a scam. Slow down, close your browser or turn off your computer, and contact someone you know and trust for help. Unfortunately, these typse of scams are very sophisticated and use scare tactics to…
Two killed in head-on collision in Spencer County
Two people were killed in a headon collision on U.S. 231 near the Santa Claus exit Thursday morning. According to Spencer County Sheriff’s Office, Spencer County Sheriff’s Office deputies, emergency medical services, and first responders responded to a two-vehicle collision on U.S. 231, south of State Road 162 at 5:57 a.m. CST. Preliminary investigation indicates…
Marshall’s Mancave hosting special Memorial Card Break and Trade Day this Sunday
In memory of its founder, a special Mark Marshall Memorial Card Break and Trade Day is planned for this Sunday at the Huntingburg Store. Mark and Paula Marshall opened Marshall’s Mancave in 2022, featuring sports memorabilia, trading cards, comics, and more. Mr. Marshall passed away suddenly while recovering from a workplace injury in December. The…
Comedian Adam Ferrara set to bring the laughs to The Astra on Saturday, March 9
The Astra Theatre will be welcoming Adam Ferrara for a comedic performance on Saturday, March 9. The actor/comedian who Entertainment Weekly dubbed “hilarious” will surely be someone you don’t want to miss. Adam Ferrara is an internationally touring headliner and two-time nominee for best male stand-up by the American Comedy Awards. He has three Comedy…
Jasper police provide internet safety tips for #SaferInternetDay
In 2023 the Jasper Police Department joined forces with the Internet Crimes Against Children Indiana Task Force. Since joining this task force JPD has been made aware of over 20 cybertips from the Nation Center for Missing and Exploited Children. All tips involve the sexual exploitation of children. Without this partnership, these cases may have…
Southridge senior presents at international conference
National Harbor, Md.–Southridge High School senior Ruth Sherer gave a presentation at the international CADCA Forum on Jan. 30. CADCA stands for Community-based, Advocacy-focused, Data-driven, Coalition-building Association. It is an umbrella organization to which the Dubois County Coalition for Adolescent Resilience and Empowerment Strategies belongs. Sherer, the 18-year-old daughter of Doctors Rachelle and Ryan Sherer…
