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First Lady Braun announces Indiana achieves statewide access to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
This week, Indiana First Lady Maureen Braun announced that every child under age five in Indiana is now eligible to receive a free book each month through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Indiana. First Lady Braun shared in a video announcement on Wednesday that the program is officially available in all 92 counties, marking a…
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Huntingburg Wastewater Superintendent named Specialist of the Year by Alliance of Indiana Rural Water
The Alliance of Indiana Rural Water recognized Brad Croomer of Huntingburg Wastewater Utility as Wastewater System Operations Specialist of the Year during the 2026 Awards of Excellence Luncheon held at the Alliance’s annual Spring Conference in French Lick, Indiana. Croomer was honored for his leadership, technical skill, and dedication to the utility and community he…
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Dubois County announces upgrade to voting equipment
Dubois County election officials are pleased to announce an upgrade to the county’s voting equipment ahead of the upcoming election cycle. The existing MicroVote voting system has been updated to the Infinity Rev. 1 machine, bringing enhanced functionality while maintaining a familiar voting experience for residents. Voters will notice that the overall voting booth setup…
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April monthly siren test canceled
Dubois County Emergency Management issued a notice that the siren tests conducted by the City of Jasper and Dubois County will not occur today (April 1) due to the possibility of severe weather.
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State police arrest Loogootee man for possession of child sex abuse material
Members of the Indiana State Police’s Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Unit, with assistance from the Loogootee Police Department, arrested a Loogootee man for possession of child sex abuse material involving bestiality, a level 5 felony. Trevor Moffatt, 32, Loogootee, was arrested Tuesday, March 31, 2026, following the execution of a residential search warrant….
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Tax preparers with Jasper office sentenced for multi-million dollar tax fraud scheme
Two tax preparers have been sentenced to federal prison for orchestrating a multi-year tax fraud scheme that generated millions in fraudulent refunds. Both defendants pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud, aiding and assisting in the preparation and presentation of a false and fraudulent tax return, and filing false tax returns. Angel De La…
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Road closure planned for State Road 64 in Crawford County
The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a road closure for State Road 64 in Crawford County. Beginning on or around Tuesday, April 7, crews will close State Road 64 near English. This closure will occur near the intersection of S.R. 64 and State Road 237. This road closure will allow for a pipe replacement project….
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Ramping up distracted driving enforcement
The Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) is partnering with local law enforcement agencies across the state to increase patrols aimed at reducing speeding and distracted driving on Indiana roadways as part of the annual Safer Roads Campaign, supported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). As part of the Comprehensive Highway Injury Reduction Program…
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County Council shows intent to withdraw from Mid-States Corridor Regional Development Authority
Though the ordinance will have to be approved at a separate meeting, the Dubois County Council voted six to one to begin the process of withdrawing from the Mid-States Corridor Regional Development Authority at Monday’s meeting. The council passed the first reading of an ordinance authorizing the county’s withdrawal from the RDA. The decision comes…
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S & P Global Market Intelligence ranks German American Bank as a Top Community Bank in the Nation
German American Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: GABC) has earned the #29 ranking among 223 community banks in the nation on S&P Global Market Intelligence’s annual ranking of best-performing community banks with…
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Business start services available at Dubois County Small Business Resource Office
Considering a business venture? Already in business and need guidance? The Dubois County Small Business Resource Office at the Jasper Chamber of Commerce is designed to effectively serve businesses in Dubois…
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Indiana Furniture launches Spark & Catalyst additions to power modern learning and collaboration
Indiana Furniture announced a series of new product introductions designed to support the evolving needs of today’s learning, training, and collaborative environments. This Spring, the company is launching the Spark…
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Dubois farmers win national awards in 2025 National Corn Yield Contest
Three Dubois farmers are among the top corn producers in the nation. Kevin, Rhylan, and Shawn Kalb won national awards in the 2025 National Corn Growers Association National Corn Yield…
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Jasper Chamber hosting two ribbon cuttings
The Jasper Chamber of Commerce will host two upcoming ribbon-cuttings before the end of March. A ribbon cutting will be held at The Social Pour, 225 River Centre Drive –…
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