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About Dubois, IN

Population
Approximately 43,600 residents
County Seat
Jasper, Indiana
Coverage Area
427 square miles in southern Indiana

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Jasper police report shows high call volume and recoveries

Jasper police report shows high call volume and recoveries

Jasper Police detailed December activity at a public meeting, underscoring traffic enforcement, domestic-violence respon...

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Community

League Stadium anchors Huntingburg summer baseball and downtown tourism

League Stadium anchors Huntingburg summer baseball and downtown tourism

League Stadium in Huntingburg is a historic community hub for baseball, events, and tourism, drawing local teams and vis...

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Government

Longtime deputy Tim Lampert files for Dubois County sheriff

Longtime deputy Tim Lampert files for Dubois County sheriff

Tim Lampert filed to run for Dubois County sheriff on the Republican ticket, pledging grant-focused policing and program...

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Education

Jasper High earns AP Honor Roll rankings, boosts college access

Jasper High earns AP Honor Roll rankings, boosts college access

Jasper High School earned silver and platinum AP Honor Roll rankings, expanding AP access and college credit opportuniti...

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Healthcare

New board members join Memorial Medical Center Foundation in Jasper

New board members join Memorial Medical Center Foundation in Jasper

Two community leaders were added to the Memorial Medical Center Foundation board, strengthening local philanthropic supp...

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Business

Tropical Smoothie Cafe opens in Southgate Plaza, expanding healthy fast-casual options

Tropical Smoothie Cafe opens in Southgate Plaza, expanding healthy fast-casual options

Tropical Smoothie Cafe opened Jan. 13 in Southgate Plaza, bringing customizable smoothies, wraps and kids options to Jas...

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Community

Dubois nonprofit leader joins statewide philanthropic leadership program

Dubois nonprofit leader joins statewide philanthropic leadership program

Christian Blome, president of Being for Others, was selected for the 2026 Mutz Philanthropic Leadership Institute. This ...

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Government

State police train truckers to spot human trafficking on highways

State police train truckers to spot human trafficking on highways

Indiana State Police briefed truck drivers on spotting and reporting human trafficking during a coordinated safety initi...

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Business

New Ziggi's Coffee opens in Jasper's south side drive-thru

New Ziggi's Coffee opens in Jasper's south side drive-thru

Jasper gains a drive-thru Ziggi's Coffee today, adding early hours and quick service near the hospital and Vincennes Uni...

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Community

Dubois County Community Foundation adds two members, shifts leadership

Dubois County Community Foundation adds two members, shifts leadership

The Community Foundation appointed two new board members and adjusted officer roles, affecting local grant decisions and...

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Community

Longtime Birdseye resident and veteran Jim Aul remembered for community service

Longtime Birdseye resident and veteran Jim Aul remembered for community service

James F. "Jim" Aul, 85, a Birdseye resident and U.S. Army veteran, died Jan. 10; his civic involvement leaves a gap in l...

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Community

Local Knights of Columbus host youth free-throw contest

Local Knights of Columbus host youth free-throw contest

Knights of Columbus held a local free-throw contest for 36 youth at Northeast Dubois; winners advance to district compet...

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Government

Dubois County clerk Amy Kippenbrock enters GOP race for statehouse

Dubois County clerk Amy Kippenbrock enters GOP race for statehouse

Amy Kippenbrock filed to run in the Republican primary for state representative, bringing clerk experience and a focus o...

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Community

Tribute concert at Astra benefits Anderson Woods special needs camp

Tribute concert at Astra benefits Anderson Woods special needs camp

A John Cougar Mellencamp tribute on Feb. 21 will raise funds for Anderson Woods camp. Tickets are $33.85 on Eventbrite....

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Community

House fire displaces Jasper family, pets rescued with oxygen masks

House fire displaces Jasper family, pets rescued with oxygen masks

A West 36th Street house fire left a Jasper family displaced and damaged a neighboring home; local crews, pets and utili...

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Healthcare

Area hospitals restrict visitors amid spike in respiratory illnesses

Area hospitals restrict visitors amid spike in respiratory illnesses

Local hospitals imposed visitor limits after rising influenza and respiratory illnesses. The rules protect patients and ...

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Education

Dubois County students shine in national math contest results

Dubois County students shine in national math contest results

Southwest Dubois students competed nationally in problem-solving math; one made the National Honor Roll and 62 earned ho...

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Community

Astra Theatre opens 2026 season with Magnolia Boulevard concert

Astra Theatre opens 2026 season with Magnolia Boulevard concert

The Astra Theatre will host Magnolia Boulevard on Saturday, February 7, marking the venue's first 2026 season event; tic...

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Community

Dubois County plans events to mark nation's 250th anniversary

Dubois County plans events to mark nation's 250th anniversary

Dubois County's America 250 Committee will meet Jan. 22 at Jasper Public Library to coordinate local semiquincentennial ...

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Community

Optimist Club of Jasper marks 50 years with growing membership

Optimist Club of Jasper marks 50 years with growing membership

The Optimist Club of Jasper held a 50th anniversary dinner Jan. 10, marking membership growth from 58 to 134. That growt...

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Government

Incumbent Alex Hohl seeks re-election to Dubois County Council

Incumbent Alex Hohl seeks re-election to Dubois County Council

Alex Hohl announced his re-election bid for County Council District 4. His focus on balanced budgets and agricultural pr...

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Government

Indiana troopers train truckers to spot human trafficking in county

Indiana troopers train truckers to spot human trafficking in county

State police and trucking groups are speaking with drivers during roadside checks to raise awareness and share reporting...

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Business

Dubois County Names 2026 Business Hall of Fame Laureates Kaiser, Schwenk

Dubois County Names 2026 Business Hall of Fame Laureates Kaiser, Schwenk

Junior Achievement of Southwestern Indiana announced Bill Kaiser and Raymond “Ray” J. Schwenk as the 2026 JA Dubois Coun...

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Community

Patoka Lake Remains Hub for Outdoor Recreation and Local Economy

Patoka Lake Remains Hub for Outdoor Recreation and Local Economy

Patoka Lake, the largest inland lake in southern Indiana, continues to anchor outdoor tourism and recreation for Dubois ...

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Community

Local vendors showcase services at Ferdinand prom and bridal expo

Local vendors showcase services at Ferdinand prom and bridal expo

Ferdinand's 23rd annual prom and bridal expo took place Jan. 7 at the Community Center. The show connected local couples...

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Government

Dubois County Prosecutor Beth Schroeder Seeks Re-election in 2026

Dubois County Prosecutor Beth Schroeder Seeks Re-election in 2026

Republican incumbent Beth E. Schroeder filed for re-election as Dubois County prosecutor on January 8, 2026, setting up ...

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Business

Payne & Mencias Named Indiana’s No.1 Wealth Team Again

Payne & Mencias Named Indiana’s No.1 Wealth Team Again

Payne & Mencias Group was named Indiana’s top wealth management team for the fourth straight year, a win that highlights...

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Government

Downtown Fourth Street deterioration prompts repair debate, safety concerns

Downtown Fourth Street deterioration prompts repair debate, safety concerns

A Huntingburg business owner fell on loose pavers on Fourth Street, renewing debate over costly repairs that affect down...

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Business

Jasper Chamber Plans Four January Ribbon-Cuttings to Highlight Businesses

Jasper Chamber Plans Four January Ribbon-Cuttings to Highlight Businesses

The Jasper Chamber of Commerce has scheduled four ribbon-cutting ceremonies in January to recognize new or expanding loc...

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