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Mayor Dean Vonderheide Announces Candidacy for Dubois County Commissioner
Dean Vonderheide, the current Mayor of Jasper, has officially announcedhis candidacy for Dubois County Commissioner. Vonderheide, who will serve out theremainder of his term as Mayor until March 31, 2026, is eager to bring his executiveexperience and robust energy to the county level. While Vonderheide recently announced plans to step down from the Mayor’s office…
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2026 Primary Candidate list finalized
The filing period for candidates seeking nomination in the 2026 Primary Election concluded today, Friday, February 6, 2026, at noon. Candidates from the Democratic and Republican parties submitted their filings by the deadline to qualify for placement on the primary election ballot. The following candidates have officially filed for the 2026 Primary Election: See the…
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Indiana officials keeping up push on Bears stadium bid
by Tom Davies, Indiana Capital Chronicle February 6, 2026 A year ago, Indiana House Speaker Todd Huston wanted to annex some counties from Illinois. Now, he’s diving into Indiana’s bid to snatch away the Chicago Bears. The Republican speaker announced Thursday that he’s taking the unusual step of becoming the lead House sponsor on the…
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Jasper fast-tracking TIF addition process for northside properties
The Jasper Planning Commission unanimously approved a resolution acknowledging that the addition of two undeveloped parcels to the city’s Central Tax Increment Financing District fits in the city’s economic development plan. The parcels, totaling about 90 acres and located north and east of Home Depot, are owned by Horne Development Group and have been for…
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Ferdinand Heimatfest welcomes Best Home Furnishings as presenting sponsor
The Ferdinand Heimatfest Committee announced Best Home Furnishings has joined the 2026 Ferdinand Heimatfest as the Presenting Sponsor, marking an exciting partnership between one of the community’s favorite festivals and a company deeply rooted in the local community. Ferdinand Heimatfest, a longstanding community celebration, draws thousands of visitors each year for family-friendly entertainment, live music,…
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Community Foundation celebrates 30 years of impact
Dubois County Community Foundation celebrates its 30th anniversary this year, marking three decades of strengthening our county through impactful philanthropy. Founded in 1996 by local community members, the Community Foundation was established with a shared vision of building a stronger community through collective charitable giving. Over the past 30 years, the Community Foundation has grown…
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Firing squad, Ten Commandments bills among proposals to falter at mid-session cutoff
by Casey Smith, Indiana Capital Chronicle February 3, 2026 With a key mid-session deadline now passed, dozens of Indiana bills — including proposals on execution methods, displaying the Ten Commandments in schools, youth social media access and marijuana policy — have stalled or died after failing to reach passage votes in either chamber. Monday marked…
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Five Star Breaktime Solutions acquires Krodel Vending
Five Star Breaktime Solutions announced the completion of the acquisition of the vending and coffee operations of Jasper-based Krodel Vending. This acquisition strengthens Five Star’s presence in Southern Indiana and supports continued growth throughout the region. Krodel Vending is owned by Dan Smith, the great-grandson of the original founder, Carl Krodel. Carl founded the company…
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Jasper Redevelopment Commission approves first step to add 90-acre property to Central TIF district
The Redevelopment Commission unanimously approved the first step to add two parcels totaling approximately 90 acres to the central Tax Increment Financing district, potentially paving the way for a major mixed-use development north of Walmart and Home Depot. The property, currently owned by Horne Properties of Tennessee, has remained largely undeveloped since 1998, with only…
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Jasper Chamber to hold ribbon cuttings
The Jasper Chamber of Commerce has three upcoming ribbon-cuttings scheduled. On Tuesday, February 17, at 1:30 p.m., the Chamber will cut the ribbon at Fire Horse Yoga, 708 1/2 Main…
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Concrete Supply, Seufert Construction & Universal Design Associates recognized for Merkley & Sons freezer project
The Indiana Ready Mixed Concrete Association awarded its 2025 Agricultural Award to Concrete Supply, Seufert Construction, and Universal Design Associates for their work on a local freezer addition at Merkley…
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Dubois County Chamber of Commerce hosting Canva crash course for small businesses
The Dubois County Chamber of Commerce invites local small business owners, entrepreneurs, and marketing professionals to attend a Canva Crash Course on Wednesday, February 11, from 12:00–1:00 p.m. The event will be held in…
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German American Bancorp, Inc. reports record fourth quarter, strong annual 2025 earnings
German American Bancorp, Inc. reported record earnings for the three months ended December 31, 2025. The Company also announced a 7% increase in its regular quarterly cash dividend, as its…
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Indiana Furniture joins forces with JSA in Minnesota and the Dakotas
Indiana Furniture is proud to announce the addition of JSA Design Resource Group to its growing network of sales representatives, strengthening its service and support across Minnesota, North Dakota, and…
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Dubois Strong promotes Jami Marcum to Community Development Coordinator
Dubois Strong announced the promotion of Jami Marcum to the newly created role of Community Development Coordinator, effective Monday, January 19, 2026. In this position, Jami will oversee and advance key initiatives in…
