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Road closure planned for State Road 64 in Crawford County
The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a road closure for State Road 64 in Crawford County. Beginning on or around Tuesday, April 7, crews will close State Road 64 near English. This closure will occur near the intersection of S.R. 64 and State Road 237. This road closure will allow for a pipe replacement project….
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Ramping up distracted driving enforcement
The Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) is partnering with local law enforcement agencies across the state to increase patrols aimed at reducing speeding and distracted driving on Indiana roadways as part of the annual Safer Roads Campaign, supported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). As part of the Comprehensive Highway Injury Reduction Program…
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County Council shows intent to withdraw from Mid-States Corridor Regional Development Authority
Though the ordinance will have to be approved at a separate meeting, the Dubois County Council voted six to one to begin the process of withdrawing from the Mid-States Corridor Regional Development Authority at Monday’s meeting. The council passed the first reading of an ordinance authorizing the county’s withdrawal from the RDA. The decision comes…
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Jasper Park Board shows support for new soccer complex
The Jasper Parks and Recreation Board unanimously approved a recommendation to establish a restricted fund to develop a new soccer complex in the city. Mike Jones and Lawrence Loner, who referee soccer, approached the board during the March meeting to request the creation of a fund that would allow community members to donate money specifically…
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Southern Indiana landowners sought to host barn owl nest boxes
Landowners in Dubois, Pike, Warrick, Jackson, Perry, and surrounding counties with grassland, pasture, or hayfields and a barn or similar outbuilding are being sought for a new effort to expand nesting opportunities for barn owls. Indiana Audubon, in partnership with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR), is launching the Indiana Barn Owl Initiative to work directly…
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Commentary: A postmortem on dead bills
by Zach Stock, Indiana Capital Chronicle March 30, 2026 “Could the straggling thoughts of individuals be collected, they would frequently form materials for wise and able men to improve into useful matter.” So wrote Thomas Paine as he midwifed a new nation of laws almost 250 years ago. Easy for him to say. He never…
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Jasper Parks Board approves futsal court project at Gutzweiler Park
The Jasper Parks and Recreation Board approved a proposal to convert unused pickleball courts at Gutzweiler into futsal courts, with the city contributing around $2,500 toward the project. The city’s $2,500 contribution covers fence repairs, surface improvements, lighting restoration and labor costs. ISFC handles painting the court lines and purchasing goals for the 5-on-5 soccer…
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Easter fun at Brookside
Brookside Village held a special Easter celebration with residents and their families Saturday morning, featuring games, face painting, snacks and, of course, a hunt for 500 Easter Eggs. Here are a few photos.
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Branded by Woods celebrates 55 years: Honoring our past, creating what’s next
Branded by Woods, a third-generation, family-owned creative branding and print partner, is proud to celebrate its 55th anniversary in 2026. For more than five decades, Branded by Woods has been built on craftsmanship, creativity, and the kind of relationships that stand the test of time—values that continue to guide the company forward as it helps…
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Business start services available at Dubois County Small Business Resource Office
Considering a business venture? Already in business and need guidance? The Dubois County Small Business Resource Office at the Jasper Chamber of Commerce is designed to effectively serve businesses in Dubois…
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Indiana Furniture launches Spark & Catalyst additions to power modern learning and collaboration
Indiana Furniture announced a series of new product introductions designed to support the evolving needs of today’s learning, training, and collaborative environments. This Spring, the company is launching the Spark…
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Dubois farmers win national awards in 2025 National Corn Yield Contest
Three Dubois farmers are among the top corn producers in the nation. Kevin, Rhylan, and Shawn Kalb won national awards in the 2025 National Corn Growers Association National Corn Yield…
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Jasper Chamber hosting two ribbon cuttings
The Jasper Chamber of Commerce will host two upcoming ribbon-cuttings before the end of March. A ribbon cutting will be held at The Social Pour, 225 River Centre Drive –…
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Nominees announced for Little Company of Mary Outstanding Physician Award
Deaconess Memorial Medical Center has announced the names of the physicians nominated for the 14th annual Little Company of Mary Outstanding Physician Award. The 2026 LCM physician nominees are: This…
