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How would Indiana’s stadium deal with the Chicago Bears work?
by Niki Kelly, Indiana Capital Chronicle February 19, 2026 Indiana legislators added some details Thursday on their outline for how a Northwest Indiana Stadium Authority would partner with the Chicago Bears on a possible multi-billion dollar stadium project in Hammond. Here are questions and answers about the plan in Senate Bill 27: How much money…
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Community fundraiser planned at Jasper McDonald’s to support Cora Hopf and Adeline Boyles families
Community members are invited to come together on Monday, February 23, from 5 to 7 p.m. for a special fundraiser at both Jasper McDonald’s locations to support Cora Hopf and Adeline Boyles and their families. Held in partnership with Jasper Wildcats Basketball, the event will feature student-athletes serving guests during the evening. The boy’s varsity…
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Jasper Council approves resolution to expand Central TIF
The Jasper Common Council approved expanding the Central Tax Increment Finance District by a 4-3 vote at Wednesday’s regular meeting. The resolution establishes a new allocation area north of Home Depot within the existing Central TIF district, creating a mechanism to capture increased assessed value from future development on the approximately 90-acre property owned by…
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Levi Clauss receives Rottet Scouting Award
The Edward J. Rottet Jr Memorial Scout Award, established in 1935, was presented on Scout Sunday, Feb 1, 2026, at the Jasper Knights of Columbus. More than 80 Scouts and adults attended, including Scout Troop 185. The local scout award is based upon outstanding character and achievement. This year’s recipient is Levi Clauss, a senior…
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Huntingburg Park Board approves bid for pickleball courts, expanded parking
The Huntingburg Park Board unanimously approved a bid for an expanded pickleball court project that includes significant parking lot improvements, accepting the sole proposal submitted by Cal Car for $69,375. The project represents an upgrade from the original pickleball court-only proposal, which carried a price tag of $29,830. Council members opted for the alternate bid…
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Memorial Medical Center Foundation establishes Ann Dall Hopf Memorial Nursing Education Endowment to honor lifelong legacy of care
The Memorial Medical Center Foundation established the Ann Dall Hopf Memorial Nursing Education Endowment Fund, created by Mike Hopf and family in loving memory of Ann Kathleen Hopf. This permanent endowment will support the professional development and education of nurses at Deaconess Memorial Medical Center and provide scholarships for local students pursuing careers in healthcare, continuing Ann’s legacy of compassion,…
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Jasper Jaycees celebrate excellence at second annual awards ceremony
On Saturday, January 10, 2026, the Jasper Jaycees proudly hosted their second annual awards ceremony, recognizing the outstanding dedication, leadership, and community service of members throughout 2025. The evening was led by outgoing 2025 President, Madelyn Blaize, as volunteers who have gone above and beyond in service to both the organization and the community were…
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Huntingburg, Dubois County outline projects with INDOT funding announcement
Huntingburg hopes to improve a major intersection as part of the recent Federal Highway Funding award announced Wednesday by the Indiana Department of Transportation. Huntingburg and Dubois County were among the 50 cities and towns that could receive federal transportation funding for local road and bridge improvements and sidewalk projects. Huntingburg plans on completely rebuilding…
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15th Street sidewalk closing for Regional Wellness Center work
The Jasper Street Department will close the walking path along W. 15th Street between Emily Street and the entrance to the Parklands. This closure is to create a construction entrance for the Regional Wellness Center. This portion of the path will be closed this week Feb. 18, 2026 through Feb. 20, 2026, weather permitting. After the construction entrance…
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Superior Ag pays $1.7M back to members in patronage & equity
Indiana-based agricultural cooperative Superior Ag recently approved a $1.7 million payout to its member-owners in cash patronage and equity. Each year, Superior Ag members benefit from the company’s success by…
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Family Roots named 2026 Proven Winners Certified Garden Center
Family Roots Nursery, Inc. has been named a 2026 Proven Winners Certified Garden Center. This high-level distinction signifies that the company’s employees have completed a comprehensive training course to develop…
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Freedom Bank promotes Tina Schmitt to executive vice-president
Freedom Bank announced that Vice President of Human Resources Tina Schmitt has been promoted to Executive Vice President, effective immediately. Schmitt joined Freedom Bank in 1999 as a teller. In…
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Deaconess Memorial Medical Center announces Christie Thomas as next DAISY award winner
Deaconess Memorial Medical Center announced that the next recipient of the DAISY Award is Christie Thomas, RN. Thomas works in Women and Infant Services and was nominated by a patient. In the…
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Bertram named SVB&T assistant banking manager
Springs Valley Bank & Trust Company named Haley Bertram Assistant Banking Center Manager of Springs Valley’s Dubois County Banking Centers. Haley joined Springs Valley’s deposit team in September of 2024…
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Jasper Group Chairman & CEO Mike Wagner appointed to Conexus Indiana board of directors
Jasper Group announced today that Mike Wagner, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Conexus Indiana, a statewide organization dedicated to strengthening Indiana’s…
