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Dubois County Historical Society to discuss Lincoln and Declaration of Independence
The Dubois County Historical Society will meet at 6:30 p.m. EST on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at the Dubois County Museum, 2704 N Newton St, Jasper. The program will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence through a presentation by Joshua Claybourn titled “Abraham Lincoln, the Declaration of Independence, and the American Idea.”…
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2026 Shamrock Court announced; Town ready to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
The Ireland St. Patrick’s Day Celebration announced the members of the 2026 Shamrock Court. The pageant was held on Sunday in the Ireland Elementary School gym. The Light Up Ireland Kick-Off Party is this Friday. See below for more information on this year’s events. Teen Miss Shamrock CourtTeen Miss Shamrock Queen: Cali JackleTeen Miss 1st…
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What to watch in the last week of Indiana’s legislative session
by Tom Davies, Indiana Capital Chronicle February 23, 2026 Indiana’s shortened legislative session is barreling into its final week, with several significant issues unresolved ahead of Friday’s expected adjournment. Republican legislative leaders cut two weeks from this year’s session calendar to make up for the time lawmakers spent in December on the congressional redistricting debate….
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Veterans still being served at Dubois County Veterans Service Office
Dubois County veterans seeking assistance or information on VA claims can still visit or set up appointments at the Veterans Service Office during normal business hours, thanks to the volunteer efforts of several local veterans. According to local veteran Daryl Hensley, Veterans Service Officer for DAV Chapter 77, they have six to eight veterans volunteering…
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Club Road closing for culvert replacement
The Dubois County Highway Department will close Club Road on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, for culvert replacement. The road will be closed 400 feet south of the intersection with County Road 675 South. Work will take place between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m., barring any unforeseen circumstances. Local traffic will be able to access up to…
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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…
Business
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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…
