Dubois County Museum voted Best in Indiana in Connection Magazine contest
The Dubois County Museum received word from Indiana Connection Magazine that readers had named it as the Best Museum in the 2026 Best of Indiana contest. The Dubois County Museum was listed in competition with the Indiana Children’s Museum and the Indiana History Museum. Britt Davis, editor of Indiana Connection magazine, the magazine for Indiana’s…
Closed primaries are in vogue with Indiana Republicans. But what would they look like?
by Jack Forrest, Indiana Capital ChronicleJune 8, 2026 Legislation to restrict Indiana’s primary elections to registered members of their respective parties stalled the last two sessions. But a Republican state senate candidate’s push for a recount because of alleged “crossover voting” by Democrats has breathed life into the campaign for closed primaries in Indiana. A…
Dubois County Community Foundation announces $33,659 in grants
The Community Foundation awarded $33,659 in grants to support programs and projects across Dubois County, made possible by The Fund for Dubois County. Habitat for Humanity of Dubois County received a $25,000 grant for a new accessibility initiative to construct ADA-compliant ramps for individuals and households who need safer, easier access to their homes. Funded by: The Fund for…
Public invited to Holy Mass celebrating Deaconess Memorial Medical Center’s 75th anniversary
The public is warmly invited to join in a special Holy Mass celebrated by Bishop Joseph M. Siegel to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of Deaconess Memorial Medical Center and to express gratitude for its service to the community. The Mass will be held on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. EDT at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1029…
Quinceañera rehearsal
Twins Marelyn and Mariela Dubon will turn 15 on Saturday, June 6 just in time for their shared quinceañera. The girls have been practicing their six dances, three waltzes and three surprise dances, that are part of the pageantry that will be on display as they are celebrated in a shelter house at Huntingburg’s City…
AES to fund two new emergency vehicles for Huntingburg
The Huntingburg Fire Department will receive funding from AES to acquire two new emergency vehicles: a new medical response truck and pumper truck. Fire Chief Donnie Heim presented the vehicle acquisition requests to the Huntingburg Board of Public Works and Safety during its regular meeting on Thursday. According to Heim, the new medical truck would…
His Heart Ministry is love in action
Earlier this year, Katrina Buse came upstairs from her prayer room in tears. She knew what she had to do and knew it wouldn’t be easy. “I’m going to have to quit my job,” she told her husband Scott. Katrina’s decision came from something that had been building for a couple of years. Through daily…
Kimball 15th Street location to close
Thursday, employees at Kimball’s 15th Street plant learned the parent company, HNI, would be closing the location. According to the company, HNI is consolidating production and personnel from the Jasper 15th Street facility into other existing operations in Jasper and Salem, Indiana, as well as other HNI facilities. The transition of production and employees is expected…
Huntingburg Board recommends major Fourth Street repair option
The Huntingburg Board of Public Works and Safety unanimously approved a reconstruction plan for Fourth Street that involves installing a concrete base underneath the existing brick pavers. This, at an estimated $692,000, represents the most expensive of five options presented by VS Engineering to address the deteriorating conditions on the downtown street. “I think we…
City of Huntingburg seeking 250 runners/walkers for special June 5-5-5
The City of Huntingburg invites everyone to join in an evening of fun, fitness, and community at the June 5-5-5 250th 5K Fun Run/Walk and Community Celebration, taking place on Friday, June 12, 2026. The event will begin with registration for the Fun Run/Walk at 4:30 p.m. at Huntingburg City Hall, with activities on 4th…
Juneteenth Community Event this Saturday
The public is invited to join Jasper Arts and The Jasper Public Library in celebrating the fifth Annual JuneteenthCommunity Event in the Atrium in the Thyen-Clark Cultural Center this Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Enjoy an afternoon celebrating the anniversary of June 19, 1865, an annual holiday commemorating the end…
Braun extends suspension of Indiana’s gas taxes for another month
by Mackenzi Klemann and Tom Davies, Indiana Capital Chronicle June 3, 2026 Gov. Mike Braun extended an emergency order Wednesday suspending Indiana’s gasoline taxes for another 30 days. The suspension of the 62.5 cents per gallon of taxes that would otherwise be collected has contributed to Indiana having the nation’s lowest statewide average pump prices….
Jasper Arts and Dubois County Pride partner for Community Pride Month Art Installation
Jasper Arts and Dubois County Pride are proud to once again partner on a collaborative community art installation celebrating Pride Month 2026. Titled “In Every Storm, We Shine,” the exhibit highlights the creativity, resilience, and voices of the local community through a large-scale immersive installation located in the Black Box Theater at the Thyen-Clark Cultural Center. The installation features an eight-foot…
Just for kicks
Jasper Park and Rec hosted the first Tuesday morning kickball session at Bohnert Park. Jasper Parks Special Event Coordinator Janessa Wagner does a great job controlling the chaos and competitive nature of the kids while ensuring no one gets left out of the fun.
Crossvine Solar: Residents push commissioners on road safety, more
Dubois County Commissioners voted to allow a two-week closure of County Road 500 West between 750 South and 900 South to accommodate underground utility work for the AES Crossline Solar project during their meeting on Monday. The closure will enable AES to complete boring operations for underground electrical lines, with work planned to continue 24…
Being For Others announces $500k in grants impacting Dubois and Orange counties
Being for Others Health and Wellness Foundation (BFO) announced Greater Jasper Consolidated Schools and Team OC (Our Community) as recipients of the 2026 Community Collaboration Grant program. The $500,000 investment will support two collaborative projects: “Screens in Balance: Dubois County Digital Wellness” and “Orange County Bridge to Stability Housing Collaborative.” In 2025, BFO worked with…
Jasper electrical outages caused by criminal mischief
Several businesses, apartment complexes and residences experienced power outages in Jasper early Tuesday morning after an individual switched off breakers to those locations. According to police, the Jasper Electrical Department responded to multiple reports of power outages and determined the outages were not due to equipment failures but to intentional interference with exterior electrical breaker…
Chicago Snowballs take on the Rocket Squirrels at League Stadium
This story was done in partnership with Visit Dubois County. Something different is coming to League Stadium when the Chicago Snowballs take the field at League Stadium in Huntingburg this July. The Snowballs and their rival team, the Rocket Squirrels, are part of a growing “sportstainment” movement that blends competitive baseball with music, comedy, audience…
For one night, League Stadium returns to A League of Their Own
This is part of a series of stories we are doing in partnership with Visit Dubois County. Paige Kendall’s perspective always shifts when she steps onto the field at League Stadium for the annual Belles vs. Peaches games. Her cleats sinking into the dirt, vintage dress swishing at her knees, the old-time scoreboard looming in…
St. Joseph Catholic Church to host traditional Latin Mass for newly ordained priest on Wednesday
I would like to invite the residents of Dubois County to a rare event at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Jasper on Wednesday, June 3rd at 6:00 PM: a Solemn Latin Mass offered as a First Mass of Thanksgiving for the newly ordained Fr. Daniel Kreilein, a parishioner of St. Joseph’s. Bishop Siegel plans to…
Dubois Lodge celebrates 150th Anniversary with rededication ceremony
Dubois Lodge No. 520 marked its sesquicentennial with a solemn rededication ceremony conducted by the Grand Lodge of Indiana on Saturday. The ceremony represents one of Freemasonry’s most ancient traditions, tracing its origins to the operative craftsmen of medieval Europe who erected the cathedrals and noble structures of the Middle Ages. Dubois Lodge Worshipful Master…
Watkins to resign, Tempel to serve as interim dean of VUJ
Vincennes University Jasper is starting a search for a new dean, as Assistant Vice President and Dean Adam Watkins has announced he is stepping down. According to a press release from Vincennes University, Watkins has made the difficult decision for personal and family reasons. The resignation is effective June 26. VU Jasper Assistant Dean of…
Special presentation: IU National Championship
The IU National Championship Celebration comes to Jasper this Wednesday, June 3, hosted by the City of Jasper and sponsored by the Jasper Chamber of Commerce. The public is invited to this free event at the Jasper Arts Auditorium, 951 College Avenue, where the National Championship Trophy will be on display. Doors open at 4:30…
Jasper residents invited to take part in Patriotic Home Decorating contest
Showcase “Threads of History, Patterns of Progress” with Classic and Whimsical Displays; Entry Deadline: June 26, 2026. The Jasper Strassenfest Committee is launching the lead-up to its highly anticipated summer festivities by inviting Jasper residents to showcase their civic pride and creativity in the upcoming Patriotic Home Decorating Contest. This year’s contest serves as an…
Powerful words
B’s fingers tapped out a staccato beat at his side as he eyed the 160-pound kettlebell on the floor. At 59, the challenges remain obstacles to overcome for Glenn Buechlein, AKA Power B or simply B. The bell had to be lifted—rowed, more appropriately. ‘Tears of the Dragon’ played in the basement gym of B’s…
Dubois County Bombers home opener Thursday night
The Bombers’ home opener is tonight as they face off against the Springfield Lucky Horseshoes. First pitch is at 6:30 p.m. after opening statements from the owners.
Tri-County YMCA staff members honored by Indiana Alliance of YMCAs
Several staff members of the Tri-County YMCA were recently recognized by the Indiana Alliance of YMCAs for their outstanding leadership, service, and commitment to strengthening communities across Dubois, Perry, and Spencer counties. The awards were presented by Wade Hampton and Melissa Everhart on behalf of the Indiana Alliance of YMCAs. Sierra King received the Rising Star Award,…
Diving into summer
The Jasper Pool is busy.
Braun eyes property tax breaks for seniors, assessment changes
by Leslie Bonilla Muñiz, Indiana Capital Chronicle May 27, 2026 Indiana Gov. Mike Braun plans to push lawmakers on property tax relief in the next legislative session, particularly for older adults who’ve paid off their mortgages. “Once you get to 65, maybe you ought to have some relief from your own government to not have…
Stolen track chairs returned, DNR still seeking stolen items
The track chairs stolen from Fort Harrison State Park have been returned, said Indiana Conservation Officers in a news release thanking the public for their tips and assistance. “Track chairs open up incredible opportunities for people with mobility limitations to experience the outdoors,” said Capt. Jet Quillen. “On behalf of the Indiana Department of Natural…
TRI-CAP seeking winning ticket in the Half the Pot – All the Impact! contest
The celebration of TRI-CAP’s 60th Anniversary was made even more special through the success of our Half-Pot Raffle. Thank you to everyone who purchased tickets, shared the event, and supported our mission. We are excited to announce the winning ticket number – shown above. Click on the Official Rules button below for details on how to claim…
