Daughters of Isabella March meeting held

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The Daughters of Isabella Jasper Circle #140 met for their monthly meeting on Monday, March 13, 2023, at the St. Joseph Parish Center in Jasper.  Regent Kathy Schneider called the meeting to order.  A prayer began the meeting, followed by the Pledge to the Flag. Draping of the Charter was held for deceased member Martha Schluter….

‘What were you wearing?’ exhibit at the Thyen-Clark Cultural Center

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Jasper Community Arts is pleased to partner with Crisis Connection Inc. for a third year to present aspecial exhibit on display in the atrium at the Thyen-Clark Cultural Center, “What Were You Wearing?” from April 5 through April 16. The “What Were You Wearing?” Survivor Art Installation originated at the University of Arkansas in 2013….

Uebelhor Chevy Cadillac hosting Car Seat Safety Day

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Uebelhor & Sons, St. Vincent DePaul and Jasper Police Department is hosting Car Seat Safety Day at Uebelhor Chevy Cadillac from 1 to 3 p.m. this Saturday, March 25. They will be offering free inspections of child’s car seat with certified car seat technicians on hand and new car seats will be available for those…

Remembering Paul Ash 10 years later: Pearl of Great Price

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Paul Michael Ash made me cry. This was way before he died 10 years ago (March 28, 2013), back when I barely knew the man. It was during a Spoken Word event. I loved Paul’s music at Spoken Word. One night I handed him lyrics I wrote 30 years prior, hoping he would put music…

RWB Music Festival features huge lineup of Country talent

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The Red, White, & Brauen (RWB) Music Festival returns to Jasper for a third year. The event, presented by Shoe Sensation, takes place behind Uebelhor & Sons Toyota at 788 West 12th Avenue on Saturday, August 26, 2023. Produced by Rally Point Events, proceeds from the event will be used to purchase shoes for local children and veterans. This year’s lineup features Clay…

Special car show celebrates Twinners 21st

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Caroline Hartman knows exactly how her twin sons, Carter and Noah Atterson, will likely respond when they are surprised this Saturday for their 21st birthday. Regardless, she can’t wait to see that moment when they look out over the south parking lot of Jasper High School and see all the cars on display. The special…

St. Patrick’s Day celebration this weekend

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The Town of Ireland will host its annual St. Patrick’s Day celebration this weekend. Festivities have already begun with the opening of the Tator Tot Baby Photo Contest, announcement of the honorary mayor and Light Up Ireland party, St. Paddy Whack, and the Miss Shamrock Pageant earlier this month. This weekend marks the culmination of…

St Anthony Conservation Club 3D Archery match March 25

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On March 25th, 2023, the St. Anthony Conservation Club will have its 12th annual 3D Archery Expo for archers of all ages. There will be a 30-target 3D shoot & there is a N.A.S.P. 3D shooter category using their NASP setup. All shooters can register to win Deer Mineral packages along with other door prizes….

Community Foundation releases overview of 2022 successes

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Dubois County Community Foundation announces the release of its 2022 Report to the Public. The report serves as the nonprofit’s annual report and includes a financial summary, details new endowments, and highlights the impact the Community Foundation and its donors had on the community. Highlights of the Community Foundation’s achievements in 2022 include: To view…

Shiloh holding informational meeting on special trip to Greece

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Shiloh Church of Jasper has scheduled a group travel-learning opportunity called “Greece: In the Footsteps of Paul.” Departure for the 11-day tour is October 17, 2023. The trip is open to everyone. An informational meeting presented by Collette Tours representative, Eric Scott, will occur on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. in the Shiloh…

Grand Ole Opry veteran Daryl Mosley performing in Dale

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The community is invited to a concert by singer, songwriter, and storyteller Daryl Mosley on Saturday, March 18, at 7:00 p.m. at Dale Church of the Nazarene, 210 W. Hammond Street, Dale. From countless appearances on “The Grand Ole Opry” to classic shows at the famous Bluebird Cafe to a touring schedule of over 150…

Rotary Club of Dubois County hosting Clay Shoot April 21st

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The Rotary Club of Dubois County is hosting the annual Clay Shoot event to raise funds for the organization’s Community Grants Program. This year’s event will be Friday, April 21st, and will be held at OFS Cool Springs in Velpen, Indiana. “The Rotary Club of Dubois County is fortunate to partner with OFS Brands for…

“Electric swamp funkin’ blues” to fill the Astra Theatre, Sat. April 8

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American blues guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter Selwyn Birchwood coming to the historic Astra Theatre on Saturday, April 8 The Astra Theatre will be welcoming Selwyn Birchwood, who was described as “a major player. . . highly recommended” by Rolling Stone, on Saturday, April 8.  This “powerhouse young guitarist and soulful vocalist” will take to the…

Paper Shredding Days set for 2023

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The Jasper Chamber of Commerce in partnership with local organizations and businesses has the following shredding days scheduled for 2023. Friday, March 24, from 10 am to 1 pm at St. Joe’s Church south parking lot, Jasper. Sponsored by Jasper Chamber & Piranha Shredding; Info: 812-482-6866 Thursday, April 21, from 9 am to 1 pm…

Sisters of St. Benedict to host concert

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Ferdinand — On Thursday, March 23 at 3:00 p.m. EST, the Sisters of St. Benedict will host a concertdirected by Aaron Boaz, featuring the Academy Chamber Orchestra, Bell Choir and Church Choir at Monastery Immaculate Conception. The concert will be free and open to the public, with a free-will offering for those who want to…

Celebration Singers holding rehearsals

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The Celebration Singers community choir will begin 2023 rehearsals on Monday, March 27 at 7: 00 p.m. EDT at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 140 E 32nd Street, Jasper.   The all-volunteer, non-profit choir comprises singers from Dubois and surrounding counties. They share their vocal and musical talents by performing multiple free concerts annually in the Southern Indiana region.  New…

Greater Jasper School Corp. to host follow-up to Screenagers

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GJCS will host a Community Learning Event on March 29th from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. in the Jasper High School Community Room. This will be a learning opportunity for the Greater Jasper Community as a follow-up to our recent Screenagers event. Detective Greg Brescher and Petersburg Assistant Chief Chad McClellan will present on social media…

80s fun

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Friday evening, the Jasper Mayor’s Youth Leadership Council hosted an 80s Fun Run to raise funds for a project supporting the new Ruxer Disc Golf Course. Despite the cold, about 60 people took part in the run/walk on the Riverwalk and learned about the projects the council has taken on since being formed. You can…

WBDC Country Showdown seeking entries

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One of Southern Indiana’s longest-running country music talent searches returns to the Jasper Arts Center in Jasper, Indiana. Radio station 101 Country WBDC continues to host the local showdown, now in its 41st year. The WBDC Country Showdown will be held on June 8, 2023. Now is the time for acts from around the region to enter and compete for thousands…

Sisters of St. Benedict celebrate Catholic Sisters Week March 8-14.

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Ferdinand — This week, the Sisters of St. Benedict in Ferdinand will join with communities of women religious around the world in celebrating Catholic Sisters Week. This annual event shines a light on the spirituality, mission, and community building of women religious. Since the founding of Monastery Immaculate Conception in 1867, 1,080 Sisters of St….

Huntingburg extends limb pickup

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Huntingburg — Due to the increased demand for tree limb pickup after recent high winds in the area, the Huntingburg Street Department will continue city-wide tree limb pickup on Thursday, March 9 and Friday, March 10. Tree limbs are not required to be bundled during this time; however, they must be collected and placed near…

‘Oklahoma!’ sweeps through Forest Park

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Forest Park High School thespians will present the musical classic Oklahoma! this week. The Forest Park production directed by Chuck Bradley is based on Lynn Riggs’ 1931 play, Green Grow the Lilacs, which tells the story of farm girl Laurey Williams and her courtship by two rival suitors, cowboy Curly McLain and the sinister farmhand Jud Fry….

Area McDonald’s accepting nominations for Ag Scholarship awards

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20 local agriculture students will each receive a $500 scholarship to support their studies. Local McDonald’s restaurants in the Tri-State Area are now accepting nominations for the second-annual McDonald’s Agriculture Scholarship Awards Program. Now through March 22, community members can nominate students studying agriculture to be considered for one of twenty $500 scholarships.  Nominations can…

City-Wide yard sales taking place Friday, May 5 and Saturday, May 6, 2023

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Huntingburg — The City of Huntingburg will host City-Wide Yard Sales on Friday, May 5 and Saturday, May 6, 2023. To be included in event promotion, participants must fill out and submit an application by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, April 24. Applications are available at Huntingburg City Hall or on the City’s website at www.huntingburg-in.gov. 

Daughters of Isabella Jasper hosting annual card party

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The Daughters of Isabella Jasper Circle #140 Annual Card Party will be held Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at the Moose Family Center in Jasper. The public is invited. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Admission is $3 per ticket.  Bring your own cards and games. Coffee and dessert will be served. Food and drinks will be…

Dragons and Mythical Beasts to take over the Jasper Arts Center, March 26

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2022 Olivier Award nominee Dragons and Mythical Beasts will be performed at the Jasper Arts Center on Sunday, March 26 at 3:30 p.m. Calling all brave heroes! Enter into a magical world of myths and legends in Dragons and Mythical Beasts, coming to the Jasper Arts Center on Sunday, March 26. The performance, presented by Jasper Community…

Jasper Police Department reminds public of prescription medication dropbox

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The Jasper Police Department would like to remind residents that there is a dropbox located in the lobby of the police department available for residents to conveniently dispose of any unused, expired, or unwanted prescription medications. The drop box indicates which items are not acceptable. A few of the items NOT acceptedinclude needles/sharps, liquids, inhalers,…

Patoka 2000 seeking donations and volunteers

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Patoka 2000, the beautification committee of the Jasper Chamber of Commerce, is preparing to place beautiful summer flowers in the planters along the Patoka River Bridge.  Patoka 2000 maintains this area as an entryway into the City of Jasper. The planters are spruced up with live flowers three times a year, and flags are rotated…

Ireland St. Patrick’s Shamrock Royalty

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Here are the winners of the Miss, Miss Teen, Little Miss and Little Mister Shamrock contest held at Ireland Elementary on Saturday. Photos provided by Jessica Weisman. Miss Shamrock Miss Teen Little Mister Kolten Goeppner Little Miss