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Jasper police to add narcotics detective, restart second K-9 unit
The Jasper Police Department will add a detective focused on narcotics and street crimes next year. It also plans to bring back its K-9 unit, which has been empty since February. The Jasper Board of Public Works and Safety approved starting an internal selection process for the detective position on Tuesday. The Common Council funded…
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Jasper moves to close two-hour downtown parking loophole
Drivers in downtown Jasper could soon get two hours per block per day, total, even if they leave and come back, under changes the Jasper Board of Public Works and Safety sent to the Common Council on Tuesday. The board approved a resolution recommending new language for the city’s parking ordinance. It adds definitions for…
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‘Remarkably Bright Creatures’ author Shelby Van Pelt coming to Jasper
Presented in partnership with The Next Chapter, Heart of Jasper, and Visit Dubois County, the February 11 event features the author of the hit novel and Emmy Award-winning Netflix movie “Remarkably Bright Creatures.” Vincennes University Jasper (VUJ), in partnership with The Next Chapter, Heart of Jasper, and Visit Dubois County, announced the launch of its…
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Dubois County Chamber honors Wehr, Verkamp, UDA at annual awards
Ferdinand — The Dubois County Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Luncheon at the Ferdinand Community Center recognized two individuals and a long-time Ferdinand business with its annual awards. Jordan Wehr was named Young Professional of the Year. Indiana Furniture President/CEO Max Verkamp was named Businessperson of the Year. Universal Design Associates was named Business of the…
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Indiana lawmakers punt on high school NIL regulations
by Mackenzi Klemann, Indiana Capital ChronicleOctober 14, 2026 The name, image and likeness brand deals prevalent in collegiate athletics are trickling down to high school athletes, but Indiana lawmakers appear unlikely to regulate the practice for now. The Indiana High School Athletic Association in May authorized its own version of the deals known as personal…
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Huntingburg Council introduces e-bike, scooter rules; vote set for November
Huntingburg — New rules for e-bikes, scooters, skateboards and other small ride-on devices are headed for a vote next month after the Huntingburg Common Council introduced the measure Tuesday. Ordinance 2026-36 would replace Chapter 73 of the city code, which covers bicycles, skateboards and rollerblades. City Attorney Phil Schneider said the current chapter is out…
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Huntingburg police investigating fatal crash
A Jasper resident succumbed to injuries he sustained in a two-vehicle crash that occurred in Huntingburg Monday afternoon. According to Huntingburg Police, the crash happened at about 3:29 p.m. when a 2017 Ford F-150 driven by Brett Gehlhausen, 47, of Huntingburg collided with a Ram 1500 driven by Charles Blessinger, 88, of Jasper. Police stated…
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Cat Tales: “Hey, you played a good game”
(This is excerpt #8 from the book currently being written by Greg Eckerle called “Cat Tales: Jasper Sports Stories.” Eckerle can be reached at gregeckerle@twc.com.) What made Jasper’s Cyril Birge such a highly-respected basketball official? His son Jerry told me it was his ability to let players play, that he let the contact go just…
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Get to know Indiana’s comptroller candidates
by Mackenzi Klemann, Indiana Capital ChronicleOctober 13, 2026 A little-known statewide office responsible for disbursing and reporting how Indiana’s state tax dollars are spent is on the ballot this election season. Three candidates are vying to be Indiana’s next comptroller: Incumbent Elise Nieshalla, a Republican, is seeking re-election against Democratic nominee Jessica Bailey and Libertarian…
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Nurse Practitioner Michaela Schuetter joins Deaconess Memorial Medical Center
Deaconess Memorial Medical Center announced that Nurse Practitioner Michaela Schuetter is joining the medical associate staff. Schuetter served as a nurse practitioner at Dr. Martha Yearsley’s primary care practice for…
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Hoosier Hills acquires Martin County Co-Op Credit Union
Following an overwhelmingly positive member vote on August 24, 2026, Martin County Co-Op Credit Union (MCCCU) will merge with Hoosier Hills Credit Union (HHCU), bringing expanded financial opportunities to MCCCU…
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Kimball Solutions awarded for excellent service
Kimball Solutions (formerly Kimball Electronics) announced it was recognized by Circuits Assembly’s 2026 Service Excellence Awards for the highest overall customer ratings across all seven award categories. This recognition is…
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McDonald’s hosting Coffee with a Cop on October 7
Local McDonald’s restaurants across Indiana, Kentucky and Illinois will host Coffee with a Cop on Wednesday, October 7, from 8–10 a.m., bringing community members and local law enforcement together for…
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Indiana Small Business Development Center holding business startup workshop
The Indiana Small Business Development Center’s South Central office will hold a free, two-part workshop for people thinking about starting a business on Thursday, Oct. 15, at the Jasper Chamber…
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17 Deaconess Memorial employees nominated for LCM Award
Jasper — Seventeen Deaconess Memorial Medical Center employees have been nominated for the 2026 Little Company of Mary Award, named for the Sisters of the Little Company of Mary, who…
