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Jasper Library to present a western view of the American Revolution
History comes alive at the Jasper Library as historian and author, Eddie Price, presents “The American Revolution in the West” on Thursday, March 5, at 6 p.m. This special event is part of Dubois County’s America 250 programming, commemorating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. This engaging program explores the often-overlooked…
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Southridge production of “The Music Man” opens Thursday
Southridge High School will present the student production of “The Music Man” this week. Opening night is Thursday at 7 p.m. Showings continue Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. and on Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online here. “The Music Man” follows fast-talking con man Professor Harold Hill, who arrives in River…
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Avian flu found in Daviess County flock
A commercial turkey operation in Daviess County has been quarantined after testing positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). According to state officials, the affected premises — identified as Daviess 03 — houses 30,033 birds. A 10-kilometer control area and a 20-kilometer surveillance zone have been established, covering portions of Daviess and Martin counties. The…
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Dubois County Council hears from opponents to the corridor, asked to leave RDA
At its regular meeting on Monday, the Dubois County Council heard from several representatives of the groups opposing the Mid-States Corridor, asking the council to withdraw its support for the Mid-States Corridor Regional Development Authority (RDA). The Mid-States RDA was created to provide a financial path for the Tier 1 study of the proposed Mid-States…
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Mandy Patinkin concert canceled; Replacement artist to be announced
Jasper Arts announced that Mandy Patinkin in Concert: BEING ALIVE at the Jasper Arts Center will no longer take place as scheduled. Mandy Patinkin has been cast as Odin in Prime Video’s upcoming God of War series (based on God of War: Ragnarök). With filming beginning in early spring, this new commitment has created an…
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Huntingburg taking steps to regulate commercial solar power projects
The Huntingburg Planning Commission unanimously approved a resolution to begin amending the city’s Unified Development Ordinance to require commercial solar energy systems to obtain special exception approval rather than be permitted by right. Under current regulations, commercial solar energy systems are permitted uses in agricultural districts and public institutional districts. The proposed amendment would require…
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Holistic Wellness Expo Sunday, March 1 at Huntingburg Event Center
After outgrowing last year’s venue, the annual Holistic Wellness Expo is celebrating its sixth year in a new location with even more room and offerings. On Sunday, March 1, 2026, the free event opens in the Huntingburg Event Center at noon and goes until 5 p.m. According to organizers, this milestone event showcases the organization’s…
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Lawmakers eye road spending review as big southern Indiana plans face opposition
by Tom Davies, Indiana Capital Chronicle February 24, 2026 Indiana legislators are looking to give themselves more say over big-ticket highway projects at a time when a proposal in Gov. Mike Braun’s hometown is facing significant local opposition. A provision added last week to the bill focused on attracting the new Chicago Bears stadium to…
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Dubois County Historical Society to discuss Lincoln and Declaration of Independence
The Dubois County Historical Society will meet at 6:30 p.m. EST on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at the Dubois County Museum, 2704 N Newton St, Jasper. The program will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence through a presentation by Joshua Claybourn titled “Abraham Lincoln, the Declaration of Independence, and the American Idea.”…
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Superior Ag pays $1.7M back to members in patronage & equity
Indiana-based agricultural cooperative Superior Ag recently approved a $1.7 million payout to its member-owners in cash patronage and equity. Each year, Superior Ag members benefit from the company’s success by…
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Family Roots named 2026 Proven Winners Certified Garden Center
Family Roots Nursery, Inc. has been named a 2026 Proven Winners Certified Garden Center. This high-level distinction signifies that the company’s employees have completed a comprehensive training course to develop…
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Freedom Bank promotes Tina Schmitt to executive vice-president
Freedom Bank announced that Vice President of Human Resources Tina Schmitt has been promoted to Executive Vice President, effective immediately. Schmitt joined Freedom Bank in 1999 as a teller. In…
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Deaconess Memorial Medical Center announces Christie Thomas as next DAISY award winner
Deaconess Memorial Medical Center announced that the next recipient of the DAISY Award is Christie Thomas, RN. Thomas works in Women and Infant Services and was nominated by a patient. In the…
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Bertram named SVB&T assistant banking manager
Springs Valley Bank & Trust Company named Haley Bertram Assistant Banking Center Manager of Springs Valley’s Dubois County Banking Centers. Haley joined Springs Valley’s deposit team in September of 2024…
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Jasper Group Chairman & CEO Mike Wagner appointed to Conexus Indiana board of directors
Jasper Group announced today that Mike Wagner, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Conexus Indiana, a statewide organization dedicated to strengthening Indiana’s…
