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Public camping ban, military police and other laws go into effect July 1
by Jack Forrest, Indiana Capital ChronicleJune 25, 2026 Hoosiers sleeping on public property could soon be hit with a max of 60 days in jail and a $500 fine. It is one of more than 160 bills that got past the finish line during the legislative session, with dozens of them taking effect in July….
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Four employees affected by anhydrous ammonia leak at Farbest
Four employees reported symptoms after ammonia from a rooftop cooling system was drawn into the facility; one was taken to the hospital. A small anhydrous ammonia leak at Farbest in Huntingburg was quickly located and stopped by Farbest employees on Tuesday morning. Huntingburg Fire Chief Donnie Heim said the leak originated from a failed gasket…
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Huntingburg Council moves forward on Fourth Street funding, no construction start date yet
The Huntingburg Common Council took its first formal funding action on the Fourth Street reconstruction project Tuesday night, introducing an additional appropriation ordinance to cover costs beyond what the city had already set aside for the road. The Huntingburg Board of Public Works and Safety approved reconstructing the street by pouring a concrete foundation for…
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‘Omigod, You Guys!’ Legally Blonde: The Musical opens July 23rd at the Jasper Arts Center
Based on the beloved movie, Legally Blonde: The Musical follows the journey of Elle Woods, a fashionable and determined young woman who enrolls at Harvard Law School in pursuit of love, only to discover her own strength, intelligence, and potential along the way. Filled with high-energy musical numbers, memorable characters, and plenty of heart, the show celebrates…
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Jasper man cited for displaying red and blue lights in vehicle
Indiana State Police seeking information after citing a Jasper man for installing police lights in his personal vehicle. On Tuesday, June 23, 2026, Trooper Kayla Denk-Mundy cited a Jasper man for displaying red and blue lights in a vehicle and possession of a police radio following an investigation initiated by a citizen tip. At this…
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Huntingburg Mayor Elkins speaks up about Crossvine inaccuracies
The City of Huntingburg posted this message on its official Facebook account today in response to inaccuracies published on the No BESS in Dubois County Facebook page. There is a link to the Facebook post he refers to at the end of this message. Additionally, we wrote several stories covering the water rate increase process…
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Relief at the gas pump leaves road funding in question
While motorists are happy with some of the lowest gas prices in the nation due to Gov. Braun’s gas tax suspension, local authorities aren’t sure how those tax losses will impact the upkeep of local roads.
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Four county roads remain impacted by flooding
The Dubois County Highway Department updated the number of roads impacted by high water Tuesday morning. They reported that four county roads remain closed due to water levels from Hunley Creek and Bruner Creek — down from 7 closures in yesterday’s report. Districts 1 and 2 continue to have no active closures. In District 3,…
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‘Pioneer Song’ to Celebrate Lincoln Amphitheatre musicals this Thursday through Saturday
Pioneer Song: A Celebration of Lincoln Amphitheatre Musicals will focus on and feature the music, history, and storytelling of three Lincoln Amphitheatre musicals: Young Abe Lincoln, A. Lincoln: A Pioneer Tale, and Here I Grew Up via a limited three-night run this Thursday, June 25, through Saturday, June 27. Doors open at 6 p.m. Central Time, and performances begin at…
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Holiday World featuring special 250th drone and fireworks show
Holidays in the Sky drone and fireworks spectacular has returned for its fifth season. This year’s show runs nightly now through August 3 and features 500 drones, including nearly 50…
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Memorial Medical Center Foundation recognized for transparency and financial health
The Memorial Medical Center Foundation announced that it has once again earned a Four-Star Rating from Charity Navigator and a Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid, the highest distinctions awarded…
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Jasper Chamber hosting ribbon-cutting for Radiant Life Family Medicine
The Jasper Chamber will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Radiant Life Family Medicine on Tuesday, June 30, at 1 p.m. The business, owned by Dr. Lindsay Ketzner, is located at…
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Hoosier Hills Credit Union listed among Indiana’s best by Forbes
Hoosier Hills Credit Union has once again earned a spot on the Forbes list of America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions in 2026, marking the fourth consecutive year the credit union has…
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Carter Mundy joins Springs Valley Bank & Trust Company as a summer intern
Carter Mundy has joined Springs Valley Bank & Trust Company as a finance intern over the course of this summer. Springs Valley’s Internship Program provides interns with career connections, mentorship,…
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Deaconess Clinic Orthopedics offering walk-in appointments at two locations
Deaconess Clinic Orthopedics is now offering walk-in appointment availability at its offices on St. Charles Street and Second Street in Jasper, providing patients with additional access to orthopedic care for…
