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Tim Rasche running as Independent for Dubois County Sheriff
Deputy Tim Rasche announced his candidacy for Dubois County Sheriff as an Independent candidate. Rasche will face the Republican candidate, Tim Lampert. In an announcement for his candidacy, Rasche issued a thank you to “the people of Dubois County for everything you have done to support our Sheriff’s Department. You have stood behind us through…
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Indiana tax amnesty program underway with prospect of collecting at least $100M
by Tom Davies, Indiana Capital Chronicle July 31, 2026 Inquiries about Indiana’s tax amnesty program are off to a quick start from businesses and individuals with overdue state taxes, according to state officials. The general public, however, won’t notice much promotion of the effort as the Indiana Department of Revenue is focused on directly notifying…
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Countywide zoning meeting turns into public input session on solar projects
Jasper — Dubois County Commissioners hosted a public forum on Tuesday to help determine how to address developing countywide zoning, but the nearly 80 Dubois County residents attending spent most of the time pressing commissioners for tighter control over solar and battery storage development. The forum, held at the Dubois County Health Department, was the…
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‘Riding the lightning’
Camp Blaze & Badge is a hands-on youth camp led by local firefighters and police officers that teaches safety, teamwork, and community service through fun, interactive activities and real-world demonstrations. Today, campers got to witness how a Taser works. Sgt. Dubon volunteered to ride the lightning.
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AARP award supports Huntingburg’s safer streets initiatives
The City of Huntingburg’s Street Department has been awarded a $17,394 Community Challenge Grant from AARP to purchase a portable radar speed sign. The grant was 100% funded by AARP, and no matching dollars were required to secure the award, with the stipulation that the funds be used solely for the purchase of the portable…
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Dubois County Democratic Party brings “Your Community, Your Say” town hall to Jasper
Second Big Tent town hall set for Thursday, August 6 at KlubHaus61. Organized by the Democratic Party, moderated by a Republican, and open to everyone. Free. Jasper–Neighbors from across Dubois County and beyond are invited to a community town hall on Thursday, August 6, at KlubHaus61, 2031 N Newton St in Jasper. Doors open at…
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Huntingburg Planning Commission begins discussion on data center zoning regulations
Huntingburg’s Planning Commission took up the question of how — and whether — to regulate large-scale data centers at its recent meeting, with City Planning Director Paul Lake presenting a framework of considerations before any formal project arrives at the city’s door. Lake told commissioners the city’s Unified Development Ordinance currently makes no mention of…
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The reports of their demise have been greatly exaggerated: VFW Post 673 responds to AI-generated slop
While the VFW Post 673 was making plans to present its quarterly donation to the Civil Air Patrol at the Huntingburg Regional Airport Tuesday evening, an article outlining the organization’s decline began circulating on social media. The post published on a website called Prism — an AI-generated news outlet — claimed that Post 673 is…
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Dubois County Chamber of Commerce announces third quarter grant opportunity
Dubois County–The Dubois County Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for its Third Quarter Grant Program, with applications due by August 30th. This quarter, the Chamber will award: The grant program…
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German American Bancorp reports record second-quarter earnings
Jasper–German American Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: GABC) reported record earnings for the second quarter of 2026, with net income reaching $38.2 million, or $1.02 per share — the highest quarterly earnings…
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Deaconess Memorial Medical Center launches new Pediatric Hospitalist Program, enhancing care for hospitalized children and newborns
Jasper–Deaconess Memorial Medical Center announced the launch of its new Pediatric Hospitalist Program, expanding access to specialized inpatient care for children and newborns throughout the region. Amy Holthouser, MD and Meredith Carnes, PA-C,…
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Jasper Chamber hosting ribbon-cutting events
Jasper Chamber of Commerce announced two upcoming ribbon-cutting ceremonies. On Wednesday, August 5, at 10:30 a.m., the Chamber will celebrate the new ownership of Krodel Wholesale, LLC, by Fred and…
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Jasper Holdings, Inc. recognized among Indiana’s largest private companies
Jasper–Jasper Holdings, Inc. has been recognized by the Indianapolis Business Journal as the 17th largest private company in Indiana by revenue in its 2026 Corporate 100 report. This recognition places…
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