Democratic Party files for recount in Jasper District 4
The Dubois County Democratic Party has filed a petition for a recount in Jasper’s District 4. In a race that saw 512 votes cast, the District 4 council seat changed hands by a difference of two votes, allowing Republican Vince Helming (257 votes) to oust incumbent Democrat Dave Hurst (255 votes). The petition filed by…
Days Inn transformed into Clarion Pointe
Hemang and Darshana Shah recently celebrated a new chapter for their longtime Jasper hotel, Days Inn. For 30 years, the property has served the area under the Days Inn nameplate, but after undergoing extensive renovations, the hotel has been transformed into the Clarion Pointe. Jasper city officials and representatives from Visit Dubois County were on…
Column: Of Spice and Men . . .
“Pumpkin pie, if rightly made, is a thing of beauty and a joy – while it lasts . . .” —Joseph Wood Krutch, naturalist Do you want to make a pumpkin pie, she asks. She steals my heart in the simplest of ways. Yes. Yes, of course, I say. We shall get culinary together, she…
Jasper gets festive for the holidays thanks to community efforts
The city of Jasper has been transformed into a festive wonderland just in time for the holiday season thanks to efforts by community organizations, volunteers, and city workers. The centerpiece is the towering community Christmas tree on the courthouse lawn, donated by residents Keith and Sandra Linne of Schnellville. This large tree serves as the…
200,000 pounds of poultry products donated to Hoosiers this year
Today, Gov. Eric Holcomb, Indiana State Department of Agriculture Director Don Lamb and the Indiana State Poultry Association recognized the generosity of Indiana’s poultry producers at the 76th annual Governor’s Poultry Presentation at the Indiana Statehouse. Over the past year, Indiana poultry farmers and businesses have donated 200,000 pounds of duck, turkey and chicken and 172,000 dozen…
Actors Community Theatre to present radio play December 1st & 2nd
Actors Community Theatre (ACT) is excited to announce its upcoming performances of “Yes Virginia, There is a Santa Claus” a Radio Play by Andrew J. Fenady. The performances will be held on December 1 and 2 at 7:30 p.m. at the Thyen-Clark Cultural Center Black Box Theatre. Those who attend are asked to enter through…
Shannon Bauer named District 11 Elementary Principal of the Year
Shannon Bauer, principal at Ireland Elementary School, was named the Indiana Association of School Principals District 11 Elementary Principal of the Year. The Indiana Association of School Principals annually recognizes outstanding school leaders in each of the 12 Indiana districts who have succeeded in providing high-quality learning opportunities for students. These principals are acknowledged by…
State of the Indiana Girl: ‘Not Okay’
By MARTHA RASCHE, Dubois County CARES More than 3 times the number of girls over boys in Indiana were admitted for inpatient hospital care in 2021. 17.2 percent of Hoosier high school girls said they had experienced sexual dating violence. More than a third of high school girls reported that someone they were dating intentionally…
Santa Claus coming to Jasper
The Greater Downtown Jasper Business Association is pleased to announce the details for Santa Claus to make his arrival in Jasper. This annual event will take place on Friday – November 24. Santa’s arrival will brighten your child’s day and they can visit with him in his special house, too. You will capture the spirit…
Get ready for the Jasper Christmas decoration contest
Jasper residents who enjoy decorating their homes in celebration of the Christmas season can enter the annual Jasper Christmas Decorating contest sponsored by the Jasper Chamber of Commerce and Jasper Jaycees. The contest is open to all residents of Jasper and those living within one mile of the city limits. Past response to the contest…
Jasper Elementary rises to the top of over 900 schools
Jasper Elementary School earned a significant honor on Friday, as they were chosen as one of the top five finalists for ESEA Distinguished Schools out of more than 900 schools. The National Association of ESEA State Program Administrators has been highlighting examples of superior Title I school programs for national recognition through the National ESEA…
Men’s recovery home relying on faith, evidence-based practices and community
James Stone and Tony Grannan can’t wait to begin working with men in the Next Steps Recovery home on Brosmer Street. “Be open,” Stone said when asked what message he wanted the community and neighbors to hear about Dubois County’s first men’s recovery home. “They’re gonna see God working through us,” Grannan added. “That is…
CTIM Challenge showcases students’ problem-solving skills
More than 11 high schools from throughout the region showcased their skills and ingenuity at the annual CTIM Challenge hosted by Vincennes University Jasper in the Center for Technology, Innovation and Manufacturing on Wednesday, Nov. 8. With bragging rights and cash prizes up for grabs, student teams collaborated to present innovative solutions to eight hands-on challenges reflective…
Açai XPress opening in Jasper
Laisha Carradero knew she had found something special the first time she tried açai berries. Laisha is originally from Puerto Rico, and her children visit family there in the summer. While she was down there two summers ago, her brother said, hey, come try some açai out. “I said, ‘What do you mean, what is…
No fire ban yet but dry conditions heighten danger
The Dubois County fire chiefs and Tammy Humbert, Director of Emergency Management, are concerned that current conditions could lead to out-of-control fires if residents are not careful. With the dry ground and vegetation, it is extremely easy for controlled burns to get out of control quickly, officials said in a press release. Therefore, they are…
Local police stepping up patrols during Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a time for families to gather. However, with more people on the roadways, there is greater potential for crashes. That is why the t is joining law enforcement agencies from across the state to make sure everyone gets to their destination safely. “This holiday season, we expect to see a lot of traffic…
State Road 162 crash sends two to hospital
A crash on State Road 162 sent two people to the hospital and destroyed two vehicles Wednesday morning. According to the Dubois County Sheriff’s Department, on November 15, 2023, at approximately 6:42 a.m., the Dubois County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to a personal injury accident with entrapment on State Road 162 just south of Old…
Memorial Hospital Auxiliary donates over $102,000 to MHHCC
The Memorial Hospital Auxiliary recently presented a check to Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center in the amount of $102,305.58, bringing their total contributions to Memorial Hospital to over $1.8 million since 1989. This year’s contribution will be used to benefit 18 separate departments and service lines. The Auxiliary, which consists of over 450 men…
Plenty of holiday events planned at the Astra Theatre
Christmas is coming to The Astra in the form of The Polar Express and Christmas Vacation once again taking to the big screen on December 2 and December 16. Don’t worry, it won’t be Clark or Cousin Eddie running The Polar Express, but both movies will be making a return to The Astra just in time for the Christmas…
DCBroadcasting launches Jolly FM
103.3FM WAXL is set to relaunch as Jolly FM at midnight on Thanksgiving Day, November 23. As the only station licensed to Santa Claus, Indiana, Jolly FM will feature a 24-hour Christmas format, including a unique “Countdown to Christmas” at the top of every hour and “Santa Tracking” on Christmas Eve and other holiday-related programming…
The Playce opens in Jasper
The Playce, an indoor play café across the street from the Thyen Clark Culture Center, opened its doors in Jasper for the first time Monday. Owner Ellie Kerstiens and the staff are ready to provide visitors with great coffee, light bites, and an expansive interactive kid play area. You can learn more about the new…
Dubois County Entrepreneurs and Innovators event to be held December 6th
The next Dubois County Entrepreneurs & Innovators event will be held Wednesday, December 6, 2023, in Huntingburg. The evening will start at 5:30 at Current Blend Co-Working Space located at 307 E 4th St,Huntingburg and will conclude with a walk to Yard Goat Artisan Ales for networking and theSpreading Hoptimism Fundraiser to support Habitat for…
Best employee ‘Think-Pink Campaign’ contributes to Memorial Hospital Foundation
Ferdinand — Best Home Furnishings presented a check to the Memorial Hospital Foundation totaling $4,000 to aid patients through the Lange-Fuhs Cancer Center and Women’s Center Restricted Funds. Every Wednesday throughout October, employees at Best Home Furnishings locations were encouraged to wear a pink shirt. For each pink shirt worn, $2 was added to the…
Pair plan on continuing their friends’ dreams with Huntingburg coffee shop
Chad Brian and Mike Voegerl, the new owners of Kim’s Koffee, plan on bringing their personal touch to the popular coffee spot on Fourth Street while honoring their friends, previous owners Kim and Bob Kerr, by keeping Kim’s dream alive. Kim’s Koffee was the realization of Kim’s passion for owning and operating a coffee shop….
Huntingburg intersection closed for crash involving injuries
A driver suffered injuries to her leg after failing to stop in time to avoid colliding with a truck on U.S. 231 in Huntingburg Monday morning. Huntingburg police were called to a crash involving injuries at the 14th and Main Street/U.S. 231 intersection at about 7:30 a.m. According to police, they determined Carriss Tutt of…
Man arrested after crash sends four to hospital
A Jasper man was arrested early Monday morning after a single-vehicle crash sent him and three passengers to the hospital. According to Jasper Police, officers were dispatched to a rollover accident with injuries at the intersection of Newton and 16th Streets in Jasper at about 3:32 a.m. Monday morning. Policed determined a 2011 Chevrolet Impala…
Tri-axle crash closes highway west of Huntingburg
No injuries were reported when a tri-axle truck crashed west of Huntingburg Monday morning. According to police, the tri-axle was westbound on State Road 64 when it was forced to maneuver around a car making a sudden turn. The tri-axle struck a guardrail near County Road 500 West and rolled over, spilling a load of…
New business deals in miraculous moments of Love at First Sight
Kendal Wehr loves being part of the miraculous moment when parents see their unborn children for the very first time. That is why the trained sonographer recently opened Love at First Sight 4D/HD Elective Ultrasound, a specialty business providing ultrasound imaging of a baby for expectant families, in downtown Jasper at 209 East 6th Street….
A Timeless Holiday Tradition: “A Christmas Carol” at the Jasper Arts Center
The holiday season is about to become even more magical as Jasper Community Arts proudly presents a heartwarming performance of Charles Dickens’s “A Christmas Carol” at the Jasper ArtsCenter on Friday, December 08, at 7:30 PM. This beloved holiday classic is set to enchant audiences of all ages, spreading the joy and spirit of the…
Louie Schmidt to be recognized during annual Veterans Day Observance on Saturday, Nov. 11
The annual Veterans Day Observance of the Dubois County Veterans Council will be held on Saturday, November 11, 2023, on Veterans Day. Clint Reuber, President of the Dubois County Veterans Council and Commander of Marine Corps League, announced activities will begin with an 8:00 a.m. mass at St. Joseph Church Jasper with all veterans posts…
Scrapyard fire closes Clay Street
Jasper — Thursday morning, a trailer with scrap metal and aftermarket truck accessories caught fire at Jasper Salvage. According to Jasper Fire Chief Kenny Hochgesang, they were called to the fire at 610 South Clay Street at about 11:30 a.m. Arriving firefighters found employees pulling a trailer engulfed in flames away from buildings and equipment…
