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Gov. Braun extends Indiana gas tax suspension through October 6
Gov. Mike Braun has extended the suspension of Indiana’s Gasoline Usage Tax and Gasoline Excise Tax through October 6. The extension is part of a declared state energy emergency that took effect August 7, under which both gas taxes have been suspended in all 92 counties on a series of consecutive, monthly extensions. The energy…
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Community Foundation awards $100,000 to A Kid’s Place
Huntingburg–Dubois County Community Foundation has awarded a $100,000 grant to A Kid’s Place to support workforce sustainability efforts. The investment will help retain and support the dedicated staff who provide high-quality care and early learning opportunities for local children. A Kid’s Place is a nonprofit, NAEYC-accredited childcare center in Huntingburg serving infants through preschool-aged children….
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Emerald Greens upgrade: Barry and Brittany Dunlop are creating Jasper’s next iconic gathering place
Brew still comes up in conversations these days. Behind the counter at Emerald Greens, Barry Dunlop still hears from former visitors pining for the unique atmosphere and delicious food from the iconic Jasper restaurant he and Josh Premuda opened in 2016. “Brew was awesome,” Barry said. “There’s a lot of great restaurants in Jasper, but…
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Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Vanessa Carlton performing at Jasper Arts Center
Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter and pianist Vanessa Carlton will bring her unmistakable voice and deeply personal songwriting to the Jasper Arts Center on Friday, October 30, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. Carlton became an international sensation with her landmark debut single, “A Thousand Miles.” Driven by one of pop music’s most recognizable piano melodies, the song climbed the…
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Indiana BMV plans mobile driver’s license
by Mackenzi Klemann, Indiana Capital ChronicleSeptember 3, 2026 The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles is launching an optional mobile driver’s license for Hoosiers who wish to limit what information bank tellers, bartenders and others see when asked to verify their age or identity. The digital license would not replace a person’s physical driver’s license, but…
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Jasper Arts faces budget reduction in 2027
Jasper–Jasper Arts is heading into 2027 with a tighter budget than originally sought, though Director Kyle Rupert says the organization is well positioned to adapt and has plenty of momentum heading into a promising performance season. Before getting into the budget discussion at Tuesday’s regular Jasper Community Arts Commission meeting, Rupert reported on the department’s…
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Dubois County redesignated as an Indiana Healthy Community
Dubois County has been redesignated as an Indiana Healthy Community by the Wellness Council of Indiana, recognizing the county’s continued commitment to improving the health and well-being of its residents. The Indiana Healthy Community designation is an evidence-based program that evaluates communities across four areas — health, economy, environment and community — and helps local…
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Cat Tales: A hall of fame officiating career begins
(This is excerpt #5 from the book currently being written by Greg Eckerle called “Cat Tales: Jasper Sports Stories.” Eckerle can be reached at gregeckerle@twc.com.) From the high of the 1934 Indiana basketball Final Four to the low of losing Eddie Rottet, his best friend, and also losing his dream Purdue basketball scholarship because of illness,…
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A summer of recalls exposes holes in the nation’s food safety net
by Anna Claire Vollers, Indiana Capital ChronicleSeptember 1, 2026 Jalapenos. Frozen berries. Beef. Alfalfa sprouts. A summer of food recalls, including the record-shattering cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to iceberg lettuce that has sickened thousands, has raised many Americans’ fears of contracting a foodborne illness. The recalls have focused attention on the Trump administration’s decision to cut…
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Dr. Maria Dodson joins Deaconess Memorial Medical Center
Pediatric Hospitalist Maria Dodson, DO, has joined the medical staff at Deaconess Memorial Medical Center. Dr. Dodson received her medical degree at Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Indianapolis…
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Tri-State McDonald’s restaurants to hold digital fundraising day for Ronald McDonald House
Tri-State McDonald’s restaurants in Evansville, Henderson, Owensboro, Jasper, Vincennes and the surrounding area will hold a one-day digital fundraising event Thursday, September 10, benefiting the Ronald McDonald House of the…
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Deaconess Memorial Medical Center welcomes Dr. Yearsley’s Primary Care Services
Jasper — Deaconess Memorial Medical Center will welcome Dr. Martha Yearsley’s primary care practice into its Deaconess Clinic network effective Sept. 25, 2026. The practice will become Deaconess Clinic Family Medicine…
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Jasper Chamber, EXOS to host free cybersecurity lunch and learn for local businesses
The Jasper Chamber of Commerce and chamber member EXOS will host a free “Cyber Threat Defense” lunch and learn for area business leaders on Thursday, September 17, from 11:30 a.m….
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Deaconess Memorial Medical Center announces five new resident physicians
Jasper–Deaconess Memorial Medical Center has announced its most recent class of family medicine residents. Residency training is the final step in the education process for physicians to be able to…
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Holiday World’s Cannonball! construction moving forward as season highlights continue, fans asked to vote in national contest
The first pieces of track for Cannonball! water roller coaster have been installed at Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari. While fans await the 2027 attraction, the 2026 season still has plenty of weekend…
