Dubois County Communities Unite in Town Halls to Resist Mid-States Corridor Highway Amid Local Impact Concerns
In Dubois County, Indiana, a series of town hall meetings is underway, organized by local groups opposing the proposed Mid-States Corridor highway.
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In Dubois County, Indiana, a series of town hall meetings is underway, organized by local groups opposing the proposed Mid-States Corridor highway. The first meeting was held on October 13, 2025, at the St. Anthony Community Center, with additional sessions scheduled across the county through October 21. These grassroots events aim to mobilize residents before the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) hosts a public open house on October 22 at Jasper Middle School.
All the town halls begin at 7 p.m. Eastern Time, and the schedule includes gatherings in Celestine, Holland, Dubois, Jasper, and Huntingburg, ensuring broad participation across the county. Opponents argue the proposed corridor could fragment farmland, require land acquisition and property impacts, increase heavy-vehicle traffic and associated hazards, and shift local economic dynamics without sufficient benefit.
The town halls are intended as a way for residents to raise concerns directly before the state’s planning process advances. INDOT’s public meeting on October 22 will run from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. and include project displays and opportunities to meet with project team members.
The event is described by officials as a “public information session,” meaning oral comments will not be part of the official record. From publicly available information, the meetings are being promoted by local advocacy groups such as the Property Rights Alliance, Mid-States Update, and the Coalition to Stop the Mid-States Corridor. The broader context of the project includes INDOT’s recent decision to narrow its focus to two expressway alternatives, known as 2B and 3B, as part of its ongoing screening process.
The public comment period for this phase remains open through November 5, 2025. The Mid-States Corridor is a proposed highway project intended to improve transportation connections across southern Indiana.
Supporters say it could bring economic growth and safety improvements, while opponents believe it threatens farmland, rural character, and local autonomy. As of mid-October, attendance numbers and outcomes from the early meetings were not yet reported, but the events mark a significant moment of civic engagement for Dubois County residents who want a stronger say in how major infrastructure projects shape their future