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Indiana ‘making the case’ to host US Space Academy
by Leslie Bonilla Muñiz, Indiana Capital ChronicleSeptember 28, 2026 Indiana has entered the latest space race. An increasing number of states are jockeying for the honor — and the benefits — of hosting the nation’s first Space Academy. President Donald Trump established the academy Aug. 28, in an executive order that sought to develop a…
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Commentary: Understanding Indiana’s reserves
by Stephanie Wells, Indiana Capital ChronicleSeptember 28, 2026 Many smart people have been spending time thinking about how state leaders might invest Indiana’s growing revenue and robust reserves. This is especially of interest as monthly revenue collections continue to outperform forecast estimates (revenues have exceeded estimates for the last ten consecutive months). We mentioned in…
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Hiker Jennifer Pharr Davis to lead Ferdinand State Forest walk before Scouting banquet
FERDINAND — Long-distance hiker Jennifer Pharr Davis will lead a hike at Ferdinand State Forest on Wednesday, Oct. 7, hours before she speaks at the Distinguished Citizens banquet honoring local philanthropist Mary C. Lange. The hike runs from 1 to 3 p.m. on the Southridge Trail, a loop of about 2.4 miles. It starts and…
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‘Good Vibrations’ & great creations: Sunday celebration of the Beach Boys, local craft makers, and free wine tastings
‘Good Vibrations’ & great creations: a Sunday celebration of the Beach Boys, local craft makers, and free wine tastings Sunday, October 4, brings a wave of California sound and community fun as the Lincoln Amphitheatre hosts its season-ending concert event at 4 p.m. (CT)—Sounds of Summer, a full band celebration of the legendary music and…
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City of Huntingburg seeking community input in Comprehensive Parks & Recreation Plan survey
Huntingburg — The City of Huntingburg is encouraging residents and community members to participate in a survey as part of the development of a new Comprehensive Parks & Recreation Plan. The plan will help guide the future of Huntingburg’s parks, recreation facilities, programs, trails, and public spaces. Community input is an important part of the…
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Ferdinand native Dr. Norma Kreilein wins national pediatrics award
Dr. Norma Schue Kreilein, a Ferdinand native and former Jasper pediatrician, has been named a recipient of the American Academy of Pediatrics’ Local Hero Award. The award recognizes her work on children’s exposure to industrial pollution in Southwestern Indiana. The award will be presented Oct. 3 at the AAP National Conference and Exhibition in San…
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Jasper Common Council adopts comprehensive plan update
Jasper–The Jasper Common Council adopted an update to the city’s comprehensive plan at last week’s regular meeting. The plan, titled “Comprehensive Plan Update 2035 – The Future Is Now,” replaces the city’s 2019 plan. It grew out of more than a year of public meetings, surveys, and task forces run by consultants WGI, Jon Stover…
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County backs push to finish Haysville sewer design before relief money expires
Dubois County Commissioners last week agreed to let the county’s contracted engineering firm use the rest of its federal pandemic relief money to finish design work on the Haysville portion of the regional sewer district. The planning funding is part of the allotment the county received under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The county…
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Dryer fire forces Comfort Inn evacuation
Guests at the Comfort Inn in Jasper were evacuated early Saturday morning after a dryer fire filled the building with smoke. Firefighters responded to a fire alarm at the hotel at 1970 Hospitality Drive around 3:10 a.m. Jasper Fire Chief Kenny Hochgesang said dispatch radioed him to let him know heavy smoke was reported in…
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Springs Valley Bank & Trust receives Banky Award
Springs Valley Bank & Trust Company has received a Banky Award from the Institute for Extraordinary Banking, a national program that recognizes community banks. The institute gives Banky Awards to…
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French Lick Resort CEO Chuck Franz named for national lifetime honor
French Lick — Chuck Franz, who has led French Lick Resort since 2014, will receive the 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award from Historic Hotels of America. It is the group’s top…
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OFS promotes Rachael Kluesner to vice president of Finance and Controller
Longtime finance leader recognized for 28 years of service and continued leadership at OFS Huntingburg–OFS is pleased to announce the promotion of Rachael Kluesner to Vice President of Finance and…
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Upcoming ribbon cuttings through the Jasper Chamber of Commerce
The Jasper Chamber of Commerce is hosting ribbon-cutting ceremonies for the following businesses. David Bakery 714 W. Sixth St., JasperWednesday, Sept. 23, 10 a.m. Triumph Energy1402 N. Newton St., JasperTuesday,…
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Turpin graduates from the Stonier Graduate School of Banking & earns Wharton Leadership Certificate
Darek Turpin, vice president and portfolio manager, graduated from the Stonier Graduate School of Banking and earned the Wharton Leadership Certificate on June 4, 2026. Darek joined Springs Valley in…
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TableX unveils new brand and digital experience
Jasper–TableX, a commercial table company serving the contract furniture industry since 1998, has unveiled a new brand identity and website centered on the idea that started the company: tables shouldn’t…
