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Levi Clauss receives Rottet Scouting Award
The Edward J. Rottet Jr Memorial Scout Award, established in 1935, was presented on Scout Sunday, Feb 1, 2026, at the Jasper Knights of Columbus. More than 80 Scouts and adults attended, including Scout Troop 185. The local scout award is based upon outstanding character and achievement. This year’s recipient is Levi Clauss, a senior…
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Huntingburg Park Board approves bid for pickleball courts, expanded parking
The Huntingburg Park Board unanimously approved a bid for an expanded pickleball court project that includes significant parking lot improvements, accepting the sole proposal submitted by Cal Car for $69,375. The project represents an upgrade from the original pickleball court-only proposal, which carried a price tag of $29,830. Council members opted for the alternate bid…
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Memorial Medical Center Foundation establishes Ann Dall Hopf Memorial Nursing Education Endowment to honor lifelong legacy of care
The Memorial Medical Center Foundation established the Ann Dall Hopf Memorial Nursing Education Endowment Fund, created by Mike Hopf and family in loving memory of Ann Kathleen Hopf. This permanent endowment will support the professional development and education of nurses at Deaconess Memorial Medical Center and provide scholarships for local students pursuing careers in healthcare, continuing Ann’s legacy of compassion,…
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Jasper Jaycees celebrate excellence at second annual awards ceremony
On Saturday, January 10, 2026, the Jasper Jaycees proudly hosted their second annual awards ceremony, recognizing the outstanding dedication, leadership, and community service of members throughout 2025. The evening was led by outgoing 2025 President, Madelyn Blaize, as volunteers who have gone above and beyond in service to both the organization and the community were…
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Huntingburg, Dubois County outline projects with INDOT funding announcement
Huntingburg hopes to improve a major intersection as part of the recent Federal Highway Funding award announced Wednesday by the Indiana Department of Transportation. Huntingburg and Dubois County were among the 50 cities and towns that could receive federal transportation funding for local road and bridge improvements and sidewalk projects. Huntingburg plans on completely rebuilding…
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15th Street sidewalk closing for Regional Wellness Center work
The Jasper Street Department will close the walking path along W. 15th Street between Emily Street and the entrance to the Parklands. This closure is to create a construction entrance for the Regional Wellness Center. This portion of the path will be closed this week Feb. 18, 2026 through Feb. 20, 2026, weather permitting. After the construction entrance…
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Karly Barnett joins Indy 500 Festival Princesses
Huntingburg native Karly Barnett was named as one of the 2026 500 Festival princesses. Ms. Barnett is a graduate of Southridge High School and a senior at Indiana University Indianapolis, majoring in Biology and Psychology. Ms. Barnett stated the following on her Facebook page. I am so excited and incredibly honored to serve as a…
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Jasper informs gas customers to expect price increase
The City of Jasper posted an update on the impact of the recent winter storm on gas prices for its customers. Recently, the US Energy Information Administration reported the largest natural gas withdrawal from storage ever recorded—360 billion cubic feet. That’s 89 percent higher than the five-year average for this time of year. The record…
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Dove’s night out
Through support from Anthem BlueCross BlueShield, the Dubois County Dove Recovery House hosted a Galentine’s Day event last Friday evening at the Kerstiens Development/Premier Properties building. Traditionally, Galentine’s Day is observed the day before Valentine’s Day to celebrate women with a pampering experience. It’s a day of professional hair and makeup services, nail service, massages,…
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Family Roots named 2026 Proven Winners Certified Garden Center
Family Roots Nursery, Inc. has been named a 2026 Proven Winners Certified Garden Center. This high-level distinction signifies that the company’s employees have completed a comprehensive training course to develop…
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Freedom Bank promotes Tina Schmitt to executive vice-president
Freedom Bank announced that Vice President of Human Resources Tina Schmitt has been promoted to Executive Vice President, effective immediately. Schmitt joined Freedom Bank in 1999 as a teller. In…
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Deaconess Memorial Medical Center announces Christie Thomas as next DAISY award winner
Deaconess Memorial Medical Center announced that the next recipient of the DAISY Award is Christie Thomas, RN. Thomas works in Women and Infant Services and was nominated by a patient. In the…
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Bertram named SVB&T assistant banking manager
Springs Valley Bank & Trust Company named Haley Bertram Assistant Banking Center Manager of Springs Valley’s Dubois County Banking Centers. Haley joined Springs Valley’s deposit team in September of 2024…
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Jasper Group Chairman & CEO Mike Wagner appointed to Conexus Indiana board of directors
Jasper Group announced today that Mike Wagner, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Conexus Indiana, a statewide organization dedicated to strengthening Indiana’s…
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SVB&T Corporation reports record 2026 earnings, announces 21.74% dividend increase
JASPER — SVB&T Corporation reports fourth quarter 2025 earnings of $2.00 million, or $1.82 per share, marking a 52.94% increase over the same period last year. The parent company of…
