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Patoka Valley Career and Technical Education Aviation students explore regional aviation hub
A new generation of aviators took to the ground last week as 23 students from the Patoka Valley Career and Technical Education (CTE) Aviation program completed an immersive field study at the Evansville Regional Airport (EVV). The cohort, consisting of 14 juniors and 9 seniors from area high schools, traveled from the Huntingburg Regional Airport…
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Water main break affecting Jasper neighborhoods
The Jasper Municipal Water Department is currently working on a water main break on 5th Avenue between Kluemper Road and Truman Road. The water may be turned off, or water pressure may be low while the repairs are being made. The anticipated time to restore service will depend on the severity of the main break, which…
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Fire destroys pole barn on Huntingburg property
Huntingburg Firefighters were called to a structure fire on North Cherry Street Sunday afternoon. According to Assistant Chief Scott Patberg, the call was received a little after 4 p.m., and responders were on scene within about four minutes. Upon arrival, they found a 40-by-68-foot pole barn structure in the back of the property fully involved…
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Fourth annual film competition this Friday at Astra
The Va Bene Film Challenge, created by Jasper natives Shalyn Grow and Asya Hildenbrand, will feature local students’ creative work on the Astra screen this Friday, May 1, for the fourth annual contest. The event starts at 7:30 p.m. with doors opening at 7:00 p.m. This is a FREE event, but a ticket is required….
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Commentary: Indiana’s real tax problem
Indiana’s state tax collections have remained stable for the past three decades, but that is changing. Indiana’s 2024 state taxes were the fourth-lowest as a share of our economy since 1998. Local taxes are falling, too. Property tax collections as a share of GDP have plummeted by about one-third since 1998, and local income taxes…
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341 pounds of medications properly disposed of in Medication Collection Event in Dubois County
Organizers counted 283 residents who took advantage of Saturday’s opportunity to properly dispose of medications on a warm spring day. Residents are doing a great job cleaning out those medicine cabinets. Dubois County CARES Coordinator Candy Neal reported 340.8 pounds of medications were properly disposed of on Saturday. Additionally, cardboard and plastic bags were recycled…
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City of Jasper honors Juanita Boehm
It is with deep sadness and profound respect that the City of Jasper announces the passing of former Clerk-Treasurer Juanita Boehm. A lifelong resident of Jasper, Juanita served our community with unwavering dedication for more than two decades. Juanita first took office as Clerk-Treasurer in 1996. Over her 24-year tenure, she became a cornerstone of…
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Jasper Common Council moves to increase special tax levy
The Jasper City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance to increase the Cumulative Capital (Cum Cap) Development Levy during their meeting on Wednesday. Cum Cap funds are specialized property tax levies authorized by Indiana law for local governments to fund long-term capital projects, such as infrastructure repairs, equipment purchases, or building improvements. Jasper established…
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JSI announces four additions to sales team
Over the past six months, JSI has welcomed several new team members to its sales organization, further strengthening its ability to support partners and customers across the country. These additions…
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Springs Valley Bank & Trust Financial Advisory Group achieves $1B in assets management
Springs Valley Bank & Trust Company announced that Springs Valley Financial Advisory Group has achieved $1 billion in assets under management. This achievement reflects the trust of clients, the strength…
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Jasper Chamber hosting ribbon-cutting events
The Jasper Chamber of Commerce is hosting the following ribbon-cutting events. Elira Health at the Southgate Shopping Center on Thursday, April 23 at 2 p.m. Transforming Hope at 486 Executive…
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Dubois County Chamber of Commerce hosting ribbon-cutting for The Vanity Private Suites
The Dubois County Chamber of Commerce invites the public to attend a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the grand opening of The Vanity Private Suites, a new upscale beauty and wellness destination…
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Springs Valley Bank & Trust Company names Jason Sermersheim portfolio manager
Springs Valley Bank & Trust Company announced that Jason Sermersheim was named a portfolio manager. Jason joined Springs Valley in 2023 as an investment analyst. “It is a privilege to…
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Springs Valley Bank & Trust Company names Patrick Sander portfolio manager
Springs Valley Bank & Trust Company names Patrick Sander as a portfolio manager. Patrick joined Springs Valley in 2023 as an investment analyst. “Thank you to Springs Valley Bank &…
