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Zoning audit finds Dubois County’s older neighborhoods outperform newer subdivisions on tax value
Dubois Strong Economic Development Corporation and planning firm IncCodes have released the initial findings from a comprehensive zoning audit of Jasper, Huntingburg and Ferdinand, the next step in a zoning modernization effort the county announced earlier this year. The review examined existing zoning standards, comprehensive plans, infrastructure and local development patterns to understand how current…
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New Americans trace Lincoln’s footsteps on final journey to citizenship
The Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial welcomed 47 immigrants on their final steps to citizenship Thursday morning in its chapel. The guests of honor hailed from 29 countries, spanning every continent. As of last week they all had one thing in common, they are Americans, and they all began that new chapter of their lives in…
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Huntingburg Council introduces wheel tax ordinance to unlock up to $1 million in road funding
Facing a new state mandate that ties road-funding eligibility to local vehicle taxes, the Huntingburg Common Council introduced a wheel tax ordinance this week to unlock up to $1 million in Community Crossings grant funding. Mayor Neil Elkins presented the ordinance as a necessary step to meet a state requirement, with the deadline to certify…
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Cat Tales: 1934 season, measles, referee interference, and homemade cheerleader uniforms
(This is excerpt #3 from the book currently being written called “Cat Tales: Jasper Sports Stories.”) The 1934 Jasper basketball team, on their way to a gaudy 29-2 record, blasted through the postseason sectional, winning by margins of 22, 23, 16, and 16. Eager to claim the school’s first-ever regional crown, the team was hit…
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Habitat for Humanity of Dubois County breaks ground on 23rd home
The most recent family partnering with Habitat for Humanity of Dubois County celebrated the groundbreaking of their new home in St. Anthony on Saturday. The Coopers, Paige and Dustin and their four children, will organize volunteer builders to help with the construction of the home as part of their sweat-equity donation. Due to the volunteers…
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Jasper Board of Public Works and Safety Aug. 11 meeting
The Jasper Board of Public Works and Safety met Tuesday, August 11, 2026, for its regular meeting. Jasper Police Chief Chad Dick presented the department’s July monthly report to the Board of Public Works and Safety on Tuesday. Chief Dick opened by highlighting the scale of the department’s commitment to Strassenfest, noting that from Thursday…
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Jasper RC Flyers annual Fun-Fly brings pilots together
The Jasper RC Flyers held their annual Fun-Fly on Saturday, August 8, bringing approximately 65 pilots, spectators, friends and family members to the club’s flying field in Jasper. The event, which has been a Jasper RC Flyers tradition for at least 20 years, gives RC pilots from around the region an opportunity to get together,…
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Paint battles highlight Redemption student ministry kickoff
Redemption Christian Church in Jasper hosted its annual Student Ministry kickoff Sunday evening with free food, games, a worship service and a paint battle between the different grades. More than 400 students from seventh through twelfth grade attended the fun event that celebrates the ministry hosted through the church’s three campus locations: Jasper, Tell City…
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(Revised) Bretzville Junction to close two evenings next week, Aug 18 and Aug. 19
Indiana Department of Transportation revised its plans to close the Bretzville Junction two evenings this week. Originally, they planned to close it down on August 13 and August 14; however, they now plan to close the intersection completely on August 17 from 7 p.m. to August 18 at 5 a.m. They will reclose the intersection…
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Holiday World’s Summer Wine’d Down Culinary Festival back by popular demand
Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari’s Summer Wine’d Down Culinary Festival is back for its second year. Featuring a menu of more than 40 new snacks, treats, small bites, and more across the…
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Dubois County businesses among 177 included in special grants from the U.S. Forest Service
Two Dubois County companies are among the 177 included in the U.S. Forest Service’s $105.5 million in wood innovation grants for projects across the nation that support active management of…
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Dr. Naveed Chowhan joins Deaconess Lange-Fuhs Cancer Center
Jasper–Medical Oncologist Naveed Chowhan, MD, FACP, MBA, has joined the medical staff at Deaconess Lange-Fuhs Cancer Center. A medical oncologist is a doctor with special training in diagnosing and treating…
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Tyler Ritchison named head distiller at Old Homestead Distilling
Birdseye — Old Homestead Distilling Co. (OHDC) announced the promotion of Tyler Ritchison to Head Distiller, marking an exciting milestone in the distillery’s continued growth. “We are excited about Tyler Ritchison’s promotion…
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Dubois County Chamber of Commerce announces third quarter grant opportunity
Dubois County–The Dubois County Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for its Third Quarter Grant Program, with applications due by August 30th. This quarter, the Chamber will award: The grant program…
