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Candidates for Little Mister, Little Miss and Teen Miss Shamrock pageant
The Little Mister Shamrock, Little Miss Shamrock, and Teen Miss Shamrock pageant will be held on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026, at 2 p.m. in the Ireland Elementary School gym. Here are this year’s contestants. Photos by Studio Expressions by Jessica. 2026 Little Miss and Little Mister Shamrock Contestants: Teen Miss Shamrock Contestants:
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Huntingburg Council discusses new abandoned building ordinance, safe streets and AES concerns
A concerned resident brought new information to the Huntingburg City Council meeting on Tuesday. Dave Duncan told council members that documents from the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission show AES stated it would install a 340 megawatt-hour battery system. But Duncan says the company is installing a 515 megawatt-hour system — 175 megawatt-hours more than was…
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AES answers Holland’s questions about Crossvine Solar
The Town of Holland and some concerned citizens sent a list of questions garnered from a recent council meeting regarding the Crossvine Solar Battery Energy Storage System. Here are the questions and AES’s answers.
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As online child exploitation tips climb, Indiana governor calls for tougher controls on social media
by Casey Smith, Indiana Capital ChronicleFebruary 10, 2026 A sharp rise in online tips about child exploitation led to hundreds of arrests and dozens of rescues in Indiana last year, but state leaders warn that predators are becoming harder to track. Gov. Mike Braun said Tuesday he wants technology companies that design and profit from…
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Polar Plunge set to make a splash this weekend
FERDINAND, Ind. — Brave souls across Dubois County will take the icy plunge this Sunday, February 15th, as the 2026 Dubois County Plunge returns to Ferdinand State Forest. The annual fundraising event, organized under the motto “We Aren’t Crazy, We ARE Lucky!”, invites participants to gather at 2:00 p.m. EST before taking the frigid dive…
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Jasper Police Department welcomes new officers, retires K-9 Mac after seven-year career
The Jasper Police Department welcomed three new officers to its ranks in January while preparing to retire its veteran K-9 officer Mac after seven years of distinguished service. Austin Barkley, Alex Lawyer and Andrew “Bubba” Fleck joined the department. All three new officers began academy training in Evansville on January 19 and are scheduled to…
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Kimball Electronics announces rebrand as part of 65-year celebration
Last Friday, as Kimball Electronics, Inc. executives gathered to cut the ribbon on the company’s newest manufacturing facility, they also celebrated the company’s rebranding as Kimball Solutions in 2026. In January, Kimball announced its intention to rebrand as Kimball Solutions as it celebrates 65 years of excellence and leadership in the Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS)…
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Rotary Club of Dubois County Announces Leadership Luncheon
The Rotary Club of Dubois County will host a Leadership Luncheon on Wednesday, March 19, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Vincennes University Jasper Campus in the CTIM Building. The event will feature a timely and engaging discussion on the state of healthcare, led by top executives from Deaconess Health System. The luncheon…
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Dubois County Community Foundation announces recent grant awards
The Community Foundation awarded $59,500 in grants to support projects across Dubois County, addressing pressing local needs and enhancing the county’s quality of place. Community of Celestine received a $15,500 grant for new welcome signage to increase tourism. Funded by: The Fund for Dubois County ($12,000), Celestine Community IMPACT Fund ($3,500) Dubois County Historical Society received a $10,000…
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German American Bank receives Forbes recognition as top 10 in America’s Best Banks
Once again, German American Bank has been ranked in the top 10 best banks in the nation on the Forbes America’s Best Banks 2026 list and is the highest-ranked bank serving Indiana,…
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Jasper Chamber to hold ribbon cuttings
The Jasper Chamber of Commerce has three upcoming ribbon-cuttings scheduled. On Tuesday, February 17, at 1:30 p.m., the Chamber will cut the ribbon at Fire Horse Yoga, 708 1/2 Main…
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Concrete Supply, Seufert Construction & Universal Design Associates recognized for Merkley & Sons freezer project
The Indiana Ready Mixed Concrete Association awarded its 2025 Agricultural Award to Concrete Supply, Seufert Construction, and Universal Design Associates for their work on a local freezer addition at Merkley…
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Dubois County Chamber of Commerce hosting Canva crash course for small businesses
The Dubois County Chamber of Commerce invites local small business owners, entrepreneurs, and marketing professionals to attend a Canva Crash Course on Wednesday, February 11, from 12:00–1:00 p.m. The event will be held in…
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German American Bancorp, Inc. reports record fourth quarter, strong annual 2025 earnings
German American Bancorp, Inc. reported record earnings for the three months ended December 31, 2025. The Company also announced a 7% increase in its regular quarterly cash dividend, as its…
