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Jasper High School announces its Athletic Hall of Fame class for 2026.
Five inductees will be enshrined in the banquet ceremony on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at the Calumet Lake Event Plaza. Jody Giesler, a 1957 graduate, was named to the 1957 Indiana Basketball All-Star Team and was also selected to the 1982 Silver Anniversary Team by the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame. He was Texas Wesleyan…
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Down to nine roads closed due to high water
The Dubois County Highway Department reported that nine county roads remain closed due to water levels from the Patoka River, White River, and several creeks — down from 10 closures in the previous update. In District 1, Madison Township continues to see impacts from closures on CR 875 West, CR 800 West, CR 150 South,…
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The Social Pour brings wine, community, and good vibes to the River Centre
Whether making dinner with a glass of Chardonnay nearby, followed by a little splash to wash the meal down, before settling into the couch with a bold red to savor into the evening, Christy Rogers’ preferred evenings are accented by a variety of wines. “I have always loved wine,” she said. But as she’s gotten…
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Braun backs more Turning Point school clubs in Indiana to balance ‘the other side’
by Tom Davies, Indiana Capital Chronicle March 12, 2026 Gov. Mike Braun on Thursday endorsed establishing student chapters of the conservative group Turning Point USA at all Indiana schools in starkly political terms, even while saying he wanted to protect free speech rights for all. Braun joined Turning Point organizers and about a dozen young…
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Huntingburg board denies AES appeal over expired development plan
The Huntingburg Board of Zoning Appeals unanimously denied Crossvine Solar One LLC’s appeal of the city’s determination that its commercial solar development plan had expired, following a lengthy hearing on March 11, 2026. The board affirmed Planning and Zoning Administrator Paul Lake’s December decision that Crossvine’s development plan was void for failing to obtain all…
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Huntingburg Elementary presents The Jungle Book Kids
Though the fifth-grade students at Huntingburg Elementary chose The Jungle Book Kids as their class musical, music teacher Kim Wirthwein made it her goal to be sure every student had their moment in front of the audience. “It really is all about the students,” Wirthwein said. Every one of the 123 students plays a key…
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Dubois County down to 10 roads impacted by high water
The Dubois County Highway Department reported that 10 county roads remain closed due to water levels from the Patoka River, White River, and several creeks — down from 14 closures on Wednesday. In District 1, Madison Township continues to see the most impacts, with closures on CR 875 West, CR 800 West, CR 620 West,…
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Huntingburg, Ferdinand Wendy’s closing
Two Dubois County Wendy’s locations are part of the national company’s planned reduction in the number of stores. Huntingburg’s Wendy’s closed at the end of business on Wednesday, March 11, and the Ferdinand location is slated to close after March 15. The Dublin, Ohio-based company reported sales fell 10 percent during the final quarter of…
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Young Woman LEAD continues transforming teens’ lives
On Wednesday, more than 400 girls from 18 different school corporations in Southern Indiana and Kentucky attended Young Women LEAD (Leadership Education And Development) at Vincennes University Jasper. The students heard from keynote speaker Dr. Julia Garcia, a nationally recognized psychologist, author, and innovation leader, before taking part in multiple breakout sessions covering topics such…
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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…
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RE/MAX Local announces ownership transition to Agent Gwen Gosman
RE/MAX Local has announced that ownership of the brokerage will transition to current RE/MAX Local agent Gwen Gosman following the sale of the business by Ryan Craig and Brenda Krempp….
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Restaurants invited to participate in Dubois County Restaurant Passport Program this May
Visit Dubois County is calling Dubois County food establishments to join in a campaign showcasing the county’s vibrant culinary scene. Locally-owned, non-franchise eateries of all types – including casual dining, treat…
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Jasper company donates $500 to support Loogootee Fire Department’s special training trailer
The Mortgage Company of Southern Indiana, Inc. (NMLS 175673) has donated $500 to the Loogootee Fire Department to assist with repairs and upgrades to its Fire Safety Education trailer, a mobile unit used to…
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Ahlbrand earns recognition as top financial advisor
Jacob Ahlbrand, a financial advisor from Jasper, was recently recognized as one of the top five financial advisors in the country and ranked number one in the Midwest through his…
