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Jasper Redevelopment Commission approves Horne Property TIF allocation area; Hears request from school corporation
The Jasper Redevelopment Commission approved a confirmatory resolution establishing the Horne Properties north of Home Depot as a separate allocation area within the Central Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District during its March meeting. The resolution created a distinct allocation area for two parcels totalling about 90 acres owned by Horne Development Group while keeping them…
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Multi-county drug operation leads to 11 arrests in ‘Operation Snow White’
A coordinated multi-agency drug investigation culminated in the arrest of 11 individuals across five Indiana counties and Kentucky on March 3, 2026, following months of surveillance and controlled purchases targeting narcotics distribution in Dubois County. The operation, dubbed “Operation Snow White,” involved the Dubois County Prosecutor’s Office partnering with the Jasper City Police Department, Dubois…
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UPTOWN Brings High-Energy Pop, R&B, and Motown to the Jasper Arts Center
Electrifying vocals, choreography, and crowd-pleasing hits in one modern show Performance set for Saturday, March 14; doors 6:30 p.m., show 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $30. Jasper Arts will welcome UPTOWN to the Jasper Arts Center for an unforgettable night of powerhouse vocals, slick choreography, and nonstop entertainment. Blending contemporary pop favorites with timeless soul…
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Indiana Primary Election set for May 5 — Dubois County voters to consider full slate of candidates
Indiana voters will head to the polls on May 5 for the 2026 Indiana Primary Election. Dubois County will feature contested races at the federal, state, county, township, and municipal levels, with both Republican and Democratic candidates seeking nominations. Federal Office United States Representative, Eighth District Republican Candidate: Democratic Candidates: State Offices State Senator, District…
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Building on a Legacy at Sultan’s Run
This article was written in partnership with Visit Dubois County. “We have such good people, and that’s the beauty of Dubois County,” Chris Tretter, General Manager/Co-owner of Sultan’s Run, explained about the success of the renowned golf course. His words echo across the 18-hole course set in the rolling hills of Southern Indiana near Jasper, where…
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Sen. Schmitt welcomes local students to Statehouse as Senate pages
State Sen. Daryl Schmitt (R-Jasper) welcomed the following local students to the Statehouse who served as Senate pages. Pages spend a day at the Statehouse, touring the historic building, observing debates on the Senate floor, and interacting with their state senator. “It’s always wonderful to meet the Senate pages from Senate District 48,” Schmitt said. “Getting…
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Paddlefish case highlights loss of unique species
Indiana Conservation Officers recently charged a Crawford County resident with illegally taking a paddlefish in Dubois County. The Department of Natural Resources issued a statement regarding the poaching incident and urged residents to report these activities. According to authorities, conservation officers received a complaint of someone illegally taking a paddlefish, a rare and protected species,…
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Jasper Middle School Performing Arts presents Seussical Jr.
This weekend, Jasper Middle School Performing Arts will bring many of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters to life in Seussical Jr. The fantastical musical extravaganza from Tony-winners, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty, will take audiences from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus as the Cat in the Hat “helps” Horton the Elephant, who…
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Lincoln Amphitheatre adds rock legends Night Ranger to 2026 season lineup
One-night-only performance set for Saturday, August 8 Heavy-hitting rock legends Night Ranger will perform at the Lincoln Amphitheatre in Lincoln City, Indiana, on Saturday, August 8, as part of the Spencer County Community Foundation & Perry County Community Foundation 2026 Performance Series. The legendary rockers will take the Kyana Woodstock Performance Stage at 7:30 p.m….
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Upcoming ribbon-cutting events through the Jasper Chamber
The Jasper Chamber of Commerce invites the community to celebrate two exciting new local businesses with ribbon-cutting ceremonies this spring! RECHARGE HEALTH & WELLNESS ? Saturday, March 7 — 10:30…
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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…
