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County businesses tee it up at DeMotte Chamber golf outing
DeMOTTE — The DeMotte Chamber of Commerce’s 32nd annual Chamber golf outing was held June 5 at Curtis Creek Golf Course in Rensselaer. The day started with a small thunderstorm, but it eventually became an outstanding day for golf. Ci Insurance took top prize with Emily Waddle, Jasper...
Splash of colors: City council approves tourism commission's request to paint new water tower
RENSSELAER — The City of Rensselaer’s new water tower near the I-65/State Road 114 corridor will get a new paint job this summer. City council members approved a request from the Jasper County Tourism Commission to paint the newly developed tower by a 5-0 vote Monday night. The commission hopes painting the 132-foot structure will entice people from other communities to visit the county’s many features.
INDOT receives $255M for welcome center projects
The State Budget Committee on Tuesday approved more than $255 million in funding for the Indiana Department of Transportation to support six welcome center renovation projects. The projects are part of INDOT’s Rest Area & Welcome Center Improvement Plan, which will ultimately improve 21 rest area and welcome centers across...
Jasper County Arrest Log, June 5-11
Collin L. Utley, 28, of DeMotte, was arrested by the Jasper County Sheriff’s Department for operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated with endangerment and operating a motor vehicle with an ACE of .15 or more. Brett M. Winters, 29, of Gary, was arrested by the Indiana State Police for...
NWI Forum seeks submissions for panorama contest
The Northwest Indiana Forum is seeking photo submissions showcasing communities in the Region for their 2025 panorama contest. The post NWI Forum seeks submissions for panorama contest appeared first on Northwest Indiana Business Magazine.
Coming Events in Jasper County
• CHORALIERS FUNDRAISER: The Jasper County Choraliers are having a Quilt Raffle Fund Raiser. The drawing will be held July 21 at 9 p.m. at the Jasper County Fair following the group’s free concert at 8 p.m. in the Community Building. Tickets are available from any choir member. •...
100 years of county fair fun: Jasper County Fair celebrates centennial with weeklong festivities
RENSSELAER, Ind. — The Jasper County Fair is marking its 100th anniversary with a spectacular celebration July 20-27. This milestone event promises a blend of tradition and excitement. The opening ceremony at 5 p.m. on July 20 in the Show Arena will feature a 100-year presentation, the National Anthem...
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