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Commissioners revisit stalled county administrator position ahead of budget season
Dubois County Commissioners signaled Monday they intend to bring back a proposal to create a county administrator position. Commissioner Chad Blessinger raised the issue as a discussion item during the board’s July 20 meeting, saying he did not want a vote that day but wanted other county offices and members of the public to have…
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Jasper Municipal Pool design recognized by Aquatics International
Jasper–The Jasper Municipal Pool, designed by Hafer and aquatics consultant Counsilman-Hunsaker, has been named a 2026 Dream Design by Aquatics International. The annual award program celebrates extraordinary aquatics facilities and honors the design teams involved. The Jasper Municipal Pool was one of 10 projects recognized from around the world. The Jasper Municipal Pool opened in…
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Distributions underway to repay local governments for gas tax suspension
by Mackenzi Klemann, Indiana Capital ChronicleJuly 21, 2026 Indiana will begin distributing highway funds to local governments this week to cover losses from the state’s gas tax suspension. The State Board of Finance met Tuesday morning to authorize the transfer of $121 million from the State Highway Fund to local governments through the Motor Vehicle…
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Huntingburg Park Board tables bike ordinance discussion, approves grant application for accessible playground
The Huntingburg Park Board voted to table a proposed ordinance governing bicycle and e-bike use in city parks at its most recent meeting, with board members agreeing they needed more time to develop a workable proposal before sending recommendations to the city council. Parks Director Jace Merkel brought the discussion forward after the city began…
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Erin Hochgesang work on display at Thyen-Clark Cultural Center
Jasper Arts is pleased to present the work of former Jasper resident and artist Erin Hochgesang at the Thyen-Clark Cultural Center from July 30 through September. The solo exhibition features a variety of textiles, embroidery, batik, and watercolor. Hochgesang, now residing in Floyds Knobs, is a natural dyer and textile artist living in the Indiana…
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Residents speak up for friends and neighbors
“Do you not see your neighbor?” Brandon Lopez asked rhetorically. “Do you not understand what is going on?” Lopez was gathered with about 80 concerned citizens who came out to the Dubois County Courthouse Saturday afternoon to protest recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity in the area. Spurred by the arrest of Jasper resident Angel…
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New analysis projects $8B in long-term benefits from Mid-States Corridor, INDOT says; Some figures require context
A new economic analysis says Section 2 of the Mid-States Corridor project in Dubois County could bring benefits worth four times its estimated cost, according to a July 15 announcement from the Indiana Department of Transportation. (Release attached at the end of the story.) But questions submitted by the Dubois County Free Press to INDOT…
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14,000 meals added to local food banks through Kimball Solutions’ efforts
Hips swayed and heads bobbed along three production lines at Kimball Solutions Friday afternoon. It was a fun moment as pop music blared from a nearby garage speaker, and each employee assembled their piece of the product before it was weighed, sealed and packed into cardboard boxes. Though much less technical than the work employees…
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Rotary Club of Dubois County announces 14th Annual ATHENA Leadership Award finalists
The Rotary Club of Dubois County is proud to announce six outstanding women leaders as finalists for the 14th Annual ATHENA International Leadership Awards. This year’s ATHENA Leadership Award finalists are: Beatriz Cobo Becerra, Shannon Fuhs, Tammy Humbert, Susan Mann, Paula Rasche, and Somula Schwoeppe. The 2026 awards banquet will be held on Thursday, September…
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Jasper Engines & Transmissions included in TIME America’s Best Private Companies 2026 list
Jasper Engines & Transmissions has been awarded on TIME’s list of America’s Best Private Companies 2026. JASPER was ranked second in the category of Automotive Industry & Suppliers. This prestigious…
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Indiana Furniture brings workplace solutions to life in Pringle-Ward NYC Showroom
Jasper–Indiana Furniture is celebrating the success of its New York City showroom, opened by its independent representative Pringle-Ward and led by Susan Goldschrafe. Since opening, the showroom has become a…
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Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari announces extended hours
Santa Claus–Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari hours will be extended on July 18 and 25, as well as August 1, 2026. On those dates, Holiday World will be open from…
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Kimball International unveils 2026 Workplace Trends Report: Furnishing the Future
Jasper–Kimball International has released its 2026 Workplace Trends Report: Furnishing the Future. This forward-looking report explores the forces transforming the workplace and the implications for designers, organizations, and the built…
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Advanced Sports Supply announces Jeff Sanders as new vice president
Advanced Sports Supply announced the promotion of Jeff Sanders to vice president. Jeff brings three years of valuable experience and has played an important role in supporting the company’s continued…
