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Pair arrested for child molestation
Two people were arrested for several charges, including Level 1 Felony child molestation, by the Huntingburg Police Department. According to the Dubois County Prosecutor’s Office, the department began an investigation on June 12, 2026. In conjunction with the Southwest Indiana Child Advocacy Coalition Center (SWICACC), several interviews were conducted. Through the course of the investigation,…
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Themed mini golf is Indiana’s exhibit at Great American State Fair
by Jack Forrest, Indiana Capital ChronicleJune 16, 2026 A five-hole mini-golf course featuring Indiana mainstays like farming and motorsports will be the state’s exhibit at the Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C., later this month. Gov. Mike Braun played on the course Monday at the Indiana State Museum and lauded the state’s “entrepreneurial spirit,”…
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Community continues to voice concerns on expansive solar projects
Residents continued to bring their concerns regarding solar projects to the Dubois County Commissioners, though the commissioners have maintained they have little power to stop the projects currently under construction. At Monday’s regular meeting, residents asked commissioners about the second phase of EDP Renewables Duff Solar Project, fire safety, road closures and a lack of…
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Lane closure planned for I-64 in Perry County to address sinkhole
The Indiana Department of Transportation announced an emergency lane closure for I-64 in Perry County to allow crews to repair a developing sinkhole under the roadway. Beginning on or around Wednesday, June 17, crews will close the eastbound driving lane of I-64 near St. Croix. This lane closure will occur near the 75-mile marker. Work…
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Sheriff Kleinhelter loses Indiana law enforcement certification but keeps elected office
by Casey Smith, Indiana Capital Chronicle (Cover photo by Casey Smith as well)June 15, 2026 The Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board accepted Dubois County Sheriff Thomas Kleinhelter’s voluntary relinquishment of his certification Monday — but the action does not remove the embattled sheriff from his office. Kleinhelter will serve as county sheriff without the law…
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INDOT to hold public open house for a sidewalk installation project along State Road 56 in Dubois County
The Indiana Department of Transportation will hold a public open house for a sidewalk installation project along State Road 56 in Ireland. INDOT is installing new sidewalks on both sides of State Road 56 through Ireland. Sidewalk on the south side of State Road 56 will run from North St. James St to County Road…
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Huntingburg pair release ‘The Singin’ Bug Man’
A new independent country music release is bringing together two people with deep connections to Huntingburg and Southern Indiana. “The Singin’ Bug Man,” performed by Huntingburg country artist David Wayne, was written with former Huntingburg Scout Master Roger Hunter. The song draws inspiration from Wayne’s unique dual career as both a country singer and owner…
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Event planning continues for America 250th celebrations in Dubois County
Dubois County’s America 250 Committee will meet on Tuesday June 23 at 6 p.m. EDT at 2 River Center in Jasper The focus of those organizations attending is to coordinate activities to use resources most effectively. There has been discussion about planned and potential activities, including quilting, the planting and dedication of Liberty Trees, fireworks…
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Jasper approves Baker Tilly contract to navigate local income tax restructuring
Jasper is spending up to $30,000 to study the impact of the anticipated changes to the division of local income tax dollars among taxing units when Senate Enrolled Act 1 takes effect in 2028. The Board of Public Works and Safety voted unanimously this week to hire Baker Tilly to guide Jasper through the Municipal…
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Carter Mundy joins Springs Valley Bank & Trust Company as a summer intern
Carter Mundy has joined Springs Valley Bank & Trust Company as a finance intern over the course of this summer. Springs Valley’s Internship Program provides interns with career connections, mentorship,…
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Deaconess Clinic Orthopedics offering walk-in appointments at two locations
Deaconess Clinic Orthopedics is now offering walk-in appointment availability at its offices on St. Charles Street and Second Street in Jasper, providing patients with additional access to orthopedic care for…
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Merle Norman celebrates 95 years
Merle Norman is celebrating its 95th anniversary this week. Merle Norman is so much more than makeup and skincare; it is a legacy of building confidence. We are celebrating 95…
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Jasper Chamber hosting ribbon cutting for Radiant Realty Partners
The Jasper Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon-cutting for Radiant Realty Partners, 1 DCB Plaza, Suite 201, on Friday, June 12, 2026, at 11 a.m. The public is invited…
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McDonald’s and Local Libraries Bring Back Happy McReaders Summer Program
Children can earn a free Happy Meal by reading 10 books through participating local libraries. The Happy McReaders Summer Program is returning for another year, bringing together participating McDonald’s restaurants…
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Dubois County Chamber of Commerce awards first quarter business grant to Jasper River Centre
The Dubois County Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that the Jasper River Centre has been selected as the recipient of the Chamber’s First Quarter Business Grant. A check…
