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Closed primaries are in vogue with Indiana Republicans. But what would they look like?
by Jack Forrest, Indiana Capital ChronicleJune 8, 2026 Legislation to restrict Indiana’s primary elections to registered members of their respective parties stalled the last two sessions. But a Republican state senate candidate’s push for a recount because of alleged “crossover voting” by Democrats has breathed life into the campaign for closed primaries in Indiana. A…
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Dubois County Community Foundation announces $33,659 in grants
The Community Foundation awarded $33,659 in grants to support programs and projects across Dubois County, made possible by The Fund for Dubois County. Habitat for Humanity of Dubois County received a $25,000 grant for a new accessibility initiative to construct ADA-compliant ramps for individuals and households who need safer, easier access to their homes. Funded by: The Fund for…
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Public invited to Holy Mass celebrating Deaconess Memorial Medical Center’s 75th anniversary
The public is warmly invited to join in a special Holy Mass celebrated by Bishop Joseph M. Siegel to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of Deaconess Memorial Medical Center and to express gratitude for its service to the community. The Mass will be held on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. EDT at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1029…
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Quinceañera rehearsal
Twins Marelyn and Mariela Dubon will turn 15 on Saturday, June 6 just in time for their shared quinceañera. The girls have been practicing their six dances, three waltzes and three surprise dances, that are part of the pageantry that will be on display as they are celebrated in a shelter house at Huntingburg’s City…
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AES to fund two new emergency vehicles for Huntingburg
The Huntingburg Fire Department will receive funding from AES to acquire two new emergency vehicles: a new medical response truck and pumper truck. Fire Chief Donnie Heim presented the vehicle acquisition requests to the Huntingburg Board of Public Works and Safety during its regular meeting on Thursday. According to Heim, the new medical truck would…
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His Heart Ministry is love in action
Earlier this year, Katrina Buse came upstairs from her prayer room in tears. She knew what she had to do and knew it wouldn’t be easy. “I’m going to have to quit my job,” she told her husband Scott. Katrina’s decision came from something that had been building for a couple of years. Through daily…
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Kimball 15th Street location to close
Thursday, employees at Kimball’s 15th Street plant learned the parent company, HNI, would be closing the location. According to the company, HNI is consolidating production and personnel from the Jasper 15th Street facility into other existing operations in Jasper and Salem, Indiana, as well as other HNI facilities. The transition of production and employees is expected…
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Huntingburg Board recommends major Fourth Street repair option
The Huntingburg Board of Public Works and Safety unanimously approved a reconstruction plan for Fourth Street that involves installing a concrete base underneath the existing brick pavers. This, at an estimated $692,000, represents the most expensive of five options presented by VS Engineering to address the deteriorating conditions on the downtown street. “I think we…
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City of Huntingburg seeking 250 runners/walkers for special June 5-5-5
The City of Huntingburg invites everyone to join in an evening of fun, fitness, and community at the June 5-5-5 250th 5K Fun Run/Walk and Community Celebration, taking place on Friday, June 12, 2026. The event will begin with registration for the Fun Run/Walk at 4:30 p.m. at Huntingburg City Hall, with activities on 4th…
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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…
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Dubois County Chamber seminar to address prevalence of counterfeit money, scams, and fraudulent activities
Join the Dubois County Chamber for this FREE community workshop featuring a live panel discussion with local banking professionals and the Huntingburg Police Department. Learn how to Spot fake bills…
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Study helps Dubois County refine economic development and business attraction efforts
The Southwest Indiana Development Council (SWIDC), in partnership with Ginovus, recently completed an in-depth assessment of economic development business attraction efforts. This region, which consists of 10 member counties, including…
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Mehringer retires from SVB&T
On June 30, 2026, after 18 years of service, Annette Mehringer will retire from Springs Valley Bank & Trust Company. Annette has been a steady, trusted teammate – always ready…
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Dubon Cruz, Meier receive scholarships from Springs Valley Bank & Trust Company
Kenia Dubon Cruz of Southridge High School and Brooklyn Meier of Gibson Southern High School receive Springs Valley Bank & Trust Company’s 2026 Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) Scholarships. Each will…
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German American Bank awarded Raymond James Community Bankers Cup for 2025 Performance
German American Bank has once again been awarded the prestigious Raymond James Community Bankers Cup for its performance in 2025. For 14 years, Raymond James has presented the annual Bankers…
