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Jasper’s Big Three
When Cyril Birge, 93, walked into the gathering of noted athletes, coaches, officials, and sportswriters in Huntingburg in 2008, they all stood to gather round and greet him. The annual meeting of this group was dubbed The Legends. But those there knew Cyril was the legend among legends. They stood for no one else. That…
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Actors Community Theatre unveils 2026-2027 performance season
Jasper–Actors Community Theatre (ACT) is proud to unveil its 2026–2027 Performance Season. Frankenstein: The Radio Play Adapted by Philip Grecian from the novel by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley Frankenstein: The Radio Play transports audiences back in time, blending classic radio storytelling with imaginative sound effects and minimal staging. Captain Robert Walton’s expedition to the Arctic takes…
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Celebration Singers set to perform five free concerts
The Celebration Singers invite the community to attend one or more of their scheduled upcoming concerts. 2026 marks the Celebration Singers’ 25th year of performing free concerts throughout Southern Indiana, celebrating Faith and Freedom. The all-volunteer community choir features approximately 60 singers from Dubois, Spencer, Pike, Martin and Monroe Counties. There is no admission charge to…
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County holding meetings to address solar, land use, zoning and the comprehensive plan (update)
Dubois County Commissioners plan to hold two upcoming public sessions: one on solar energy development, land use and zoning and a second on the continued development of the comprehensive plan. The first meeting will likely impact how the comprehensive plan outlines the county’s views on developing comprehensive zoning. With a solar development moratorium set to…
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No injuries after early-morning house fire in Jasper
Jasper–No one was injured in a house fire that Jasper Volunteer Firefighters responded to early Friday morning Crews were called to a home on Plymouth Street at 1:11 a.m. for a report of smoke, according to Jasper Fire Chief Kenny Hochgesang. When Jasper police officers and the first firefighter arrived, they saw black smoke coming…
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Kinderchor practice
The Kinderchor is set to perform on the Glockenspiel Stage next week at the 2026 Jasper Strassenfest. Mary Burke, Jasper Elementary School Music Teacher, was taking the group through their final rehearsals Thursday evening at St. Joseph Parish. Here are a few photos from the rehearsal.
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City reconsiders alley vacation in light of lawsuit, improper notification procedures
Jasper–After the vacation of an alley in March led to a lawsuit, the Jasper Common Council is being asked to reconsider its decision since one property owner adjacent to the alley wasn’t properly notified. According to City Attorney Renee Kabrick, Jeremy W. Schroeder and Michelle K. Wiertel filed a petition to vacate a north-south public…
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Elevator outage at Vine Street Lofts leaves disabled Jasper residents relying on 911 for medical appointments
An elevator issue is forcing second-floor residents at the Vine Street Lofts to call 911 to attend medical appointments and rely on property staff to deliver medications and remove trash. The low-income housing in Jasper is for residents 55 and older, and many have varying degrees of disabilities requiring canes or walkers, making it difficult…
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Jasper Council takes no action on leaving Mid-States Corridor RDA
Wednesday, the Jasper City Council voted 5-2 at the regular meeting to take no further action on its membership in the Mid-States Corridor Regional Development Authority, allowing the RDA to terminate naturally on Dec. 31, 2027. The council considered three options — taking no further action, voting to formally remain in the RDA through its…
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Deaconess Memorial Medical Center launches new Pediatric Hospitalist Program, enhancing care for hospitalized children and newborns
Jasper–Deaconess Memorial Medical Center announced the launch of its new Pediatric Hospitalist Program, expanding access to specialized inpatient care for children and newborns throughout the region. Amy Holthouser, MD and Meredith Carnes, PA-C,…
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Jasper Chamber hosting ribbon-cutting events
Jasper Chamber of Commerce announced two upcoming ribbon-cutting ceremonies. On Wednesday, August 5, at 10:30 a.m., the Chamber will celebrate the new ownership of Krodel Wholesale, LLC, by Fred and…
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Jasper Holdings, Inc. recognized among Indiana’s largest private companies
Jasper–Jasper Holdings, Inc. has been recognized by the Indianapolis Business Journal as the 17th largest private company in Indiana by revenue in its 2026 Corporate 100 report. This recognition places…
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Jasper Engines & Transmissions included in TIME America’s Best Private Companies 2026 list
Jasper Engines & Transmissions has been awarded on TIME’s list of America’s Best Private Companies 2026. JASPER was ranked second in the category of Automotive Industry & Suppliers. This prestigious…
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Indiana Furniture brings workplace solutions to life in Pringle-Ward NYC Showroom
Jasper–Indiana Furniture is celebrating the success of its New York City showroom, opened by its independent representative Pringle-Ward and led by Susan Goldschrafe. Since opening, the showroom has become a…
