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Bringing an artist’s dream to reality
It had been over 40 years since Pam Kinkade had picked up a paintbrush when her granddaughter Heather Parrish gifted her some paints, brushes and an easel for Christmas last year. Pam, 82, has lived at the St. Charles Health Campus for about 12 years now. Her longtime companion, Warren Staples, volunteers there every day….
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Greater Jasper School board discusses ILEARN results under new test; sets 2027 budget
Greater Jasper students in grades three through eight beat the state benchmark in nearly every tested area on this year’s ILEARN, the first results under Indiana’s new testing model, district officials told the Greater Jasper Consolidated Schools board of trustees Monday. Tina Fauks, Assistant Superintendent of Instruction, said last year was the first full rollout…
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Southridge Middle School students earn #1 in the state on ILEARN Math performance
Southridge Middle School’s eighth-grade students earned a major statewide distinction on the 2026 ILEARN assessment. The students, now freshmen at Southridge High School, scored the highest passing rate among eighth-graders statewide during the 2025–26 school year. For eighth-grade math teacher Myra Schnuck, the accomplishment reflects the students’ effort and determination throughout the year. “What an incredible…
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Downtown Jasper hosting Oktoberfest; proceeds support veterans
Operation Mind, Body & Soul will hold an Oktoberfest in the downtown Jasper square this Saturday, Oct. 3, to raise money for local veterans organizations. The event includes a car and motorcycle show, live music and a veterans resource fair. The car and bike show is open to classic cars, trucks and motorcycles. Registration runs…
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Huntingburg Plan Commission sets hearings on new data center, battery storage rules
Huntingburg — Battery energy storage systems (BESS) and data centers would be allowed in Huntingburg’s zoning jurisdiction only with a special exception from the Board of Zoning Appeals under rules the Huntingburg Plan Commission began moving forward Monday. The proposal would amend the city’s Unified Development Ordinance, which does not define either use now. That…
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BFO Awards $123,420 to 11 local organizations for second round of 2026 Project Grant Funding
Being for Others Health and Wellness Foundation (BFO) announces its second round of 2026 Project Grant recipients, awarding $123,420 to 11 organizations addressing health and wellness across Southern Indiana. BFO’s 2026 Project Grant Cycle 2 received 38 applications from various organizations serving communities throughout the Foundation’s eight-county region. Applicants requested more than $1 million in…
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Traditional Arts Today: Art that builds community
This story was done in partnership with Visit Dubois County. Kim Henzel likes to tell the story of a kid who really wanted a couple of paintings he saw while eating with his family at Main Street Bistro in Ferdinand. Kim is the artistic director for Traditional Arts Today, the nonprofit in the historic Peter…
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(Updated) Braun renews gas tax suspension, broadens untaxed diesel use for farmers
by Mackenzi Klemann, Indiana Capital ChronicleSeptember 30, 2026 Gov. Mike Braun on Wednesday renewed Indiana’s gas tax suspension for another 30 days — until early November — and issued a new order lifting restrictions on the sale of untaxed diesel fuel for trucks operated by farmers and timber harvesters on public roads. The order cited…
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Jasper Police warn of rental scam
The Jasper Police Department is warning the public about a potential rental scam in our area. Scammers are using photos of local homes that are actually for sale and posting them on social media as properties available for rent. They may ask interested renters to send money electronically to secure the property. Police warn the…
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LJ’s Hometown Music celebrates new ownership/grand reopening
On October 3, 2026, LJ’s Hometown Music, 308 E 4th Street, will celebrate the grand reopening of the beloved music store with a long history on historic 4th Street in…
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Holiday World’s Happy Halloween Weekends best in the midwest
Holiday World’s family-friendly Happy Halloween Weekends was just named the #3 Theme Park Halloween Event in the nation by USA Today’s 10Best and was the top-ranked in the Midwest. This…
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Springs Valley Bank & Trust receives Banky Award
Springs Valley Bank & Trust Company has received a Banky Award from the Institute for Extraordinary Banking, a national program that recognizes community banks. The institute gives Banky Awards to…
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French Lick Resort CEO Chuck Franz named for national lifetime honor
French Lick — Chuck Franz, who has led French Lick Resort since 2014, will receive the 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award from Historic Hotels of America. It is the group’s top…
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OFS promotes Rachael Kluesner to vice president of Finance and Controller
Longtime finance leader recognized for 28 years of service and continued leadership at OFS Huntingburg–OFS is pleased to announce the promotion of Rachael Kluesner to Vice President of Finance and…
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Upcoming ribbon cuttings through the Jasper Chamber of Commerce
The Jasper Chamber of Commerce is hosting ribbon-cutting ceremonies for the following businesses. David Bakery 714 W. Sixth St., JasperWednesday, Sept. 23, 10 a.m. Triumph Energy1402 N. Newton St., JasperTuesday,…
