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TRI-CAP seeking winning ticket in the Half the Pot – All the Impact! contest
The celebration of TRI-CAP’s 60th Anniversary was made even more special through the success of our Half-Pot Raffle. Thank you to everyone who purchased tickets, shared the event, and supported our mission. We are excited to announce the winning ticket number – shown above. Click on the Official Rules button below for details on how to claim…
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Huntingburg exploring better communication options
The Huntingburg Common Council voted to table a decision on adopting Civify, a $10,000 annual communication platform designed to notify residents about city projects and emergencies. The decision was made during the regular meeting on Tuesday, following extensive discussion of the platform’s capabilities and potential challenges. The platform would allow residents to subscribe to notifications…
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Eight charges filed against man involved in deadly crash
The Evanston man charged in the vehicle crash that took the life of a Jasper resident and injured her two children last week was arraigned in Dubois County Superior Court on Tuesday. According to the Dubois County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, Nathan Simpson, 37, faces eight charges from the crash that killed 36-year-old Dana Strohmeyer that…
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Jasper Group celebrating 150 years of craftsmanship
In 1876, while Thomas Edison was beginning to light Manhattan, furniture was already being crafted and shipped across the country from the very facility Jasper Group still operates today. As America approaches its 250th anniversary, the milestone offers a chance to reflect on the generations of craftsmanship, innovation, and community that helped shape both an…
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Honoring our fallen veterans
The Dubois County Veterans Council hosted its Annual Memorial Day Observance on Saturday, May 23, 2026, on the Courthouse Square. During the ceremony, the family of Private Roman Steltenpohl, this year’s deceased veteran being honored, was presented with a special plaque and a wreath honoring his service. Steltenpohl joined the U.S. Army during World War…
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Despite rural challenges, Hoosier communities say READI critical to housing, quality-of-life goals
by Arnolt Center for Investigative Journalism staff and Leslie Bonilla Muñiz, Indiana Capital Chronicle May 26, 2026 Blackford County, Indiana, has opportunities and ideas — but what it doesn’t have is money. Five years ago, when the state launched the first round of a $500 million regional economic development grant program, Blackford County Economic Development…
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Jasper Common Council approves property tax increase for road funding despite opposition
The Jasper City Council approved reestablishing the city’s cumulative capital development fund at its full authorized rate at Wednesday’s meeting The council voted 5-2 to approve Ordinance 2026-9, with Councilman Chad Lueken and Councilman Vince Helming casting the dissenting votes. Cum Cap funds are specialized property tax levies authorized by Indiana law for local governments to…
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Roads removed, others added; Four roads impacted by high water
The Dubois County Highway Department reported that four county roads remain closed due to water levels from the Patoka River and Ell Creek — down from six closures in the previous update. In District 1, two Madison Township roads remain closed. CR 150 South west of Old Huntingburg Road and Ell Creek Road north of…
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67 things for teens, tweens to do this summer
Dear Parents, As the school year ends and May quickly turns to June, Dubois County CARES has concerns about how your teens and tweens will spend the summer. Substance use across the board peaks during the summer, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. It is particularly noticeable among teens and young…
Business
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Advanced Sports Supply expands warehouse space
Advanced Sports Supply announced the expansion of its warehouse space. The Jasper company has now doubled its warehouse square footage to better serve its customers and their equipment needs. The…
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FAT Brands fallout hits Jasper Fazoli’s
Fazoli’s in Jasper closed seemingly without notice on Tuesday. The Vincenne’s location has also closed, according to online reports. These are among a growing number of closures of the chain’s…
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Dubois County Chamber hosting free fraud prevention workshop for local businesses
The Dubois County Chamber of Commerce invites local businesses and employees to attend a free educational workshop, “Don’t Take the Bait: Fake Bills & Fraud Defense,” focused on helping businesses recognize and…
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SVB&T Corporation announces quarterly dividend
SVB&T Corporation (OTCQX: SVBT), the parent company of Springs Valley Bank & Trust Company, announced that its board of directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.28 per share of the…
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Kimball Electronics posts solid third quarter results, buoyed by medical segment rebound
Kimball Electronics (Nasdaq: KE) reported third-quarter fiscal 2026 results broadly in line with expectations, highlighted by double-digit sequential growth in its medical business and a ninth consecutive quarter of positive…
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Local McDonald’s restaurants donate more than $6K to Ronald McDonald House of the Ohio Valley
Local McDonald’s restaurants presented a donation of $6,152.25 to Ronald McDonald House (RMH) of the Ohio Valley as part of the annual Shamrock Shake fundraiser. Throughout the fundraiser, 25 cents…
