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Petersburg Rehabber finds new purpose with The Talon Trust
Saving an owl from an abandoned fishing line is all in a day’s work for local raptor rescue and rehabber Jill Keepes. It all started when The Talon Trust came to the local Pike County Library for an educational program. “I attended because I had read they were bringing an American Kestrel and being a nature/bird photographer, I knew I had to see one up close!” said Keepes. “After attending the program, I approached the volunteers on how I could get involved with this wonderful group. And here we are, five years later.
Former Ohio Congressman Tim Ryan is Keynote Speaker at Annual Ninth District Democratic Party Lee H. Hamilton Dinner in French Lick
FRENCH LICK—Hoosier Democrats will welcome fellow Midwesterner and former Ohio Congressman Tim Ryan to French Lick, Indiana, next week as the keynote speaker at the annual Lee H. Hamilton Dinner. Nobody knows Donald Trump’s Vice Presidential pick J.D. Vance better than Tim Ryan. Ryan took on Vance in the...
Lick Creek to perform at historic Lindley House this Saturday
PAOLI — The Lick Creek Band will entertain attendees this coming Saturday, July 27th for the 50th anniversary observance of the historic Lindley House Museum in Paoli. The event will run from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. The public is welcome and encouraged to bring their lawn chairs and...
Springs Valley Bank & Trust Company announces promotions
Springs Valley Bank & Trust Company is delighted to announce the promotion of three employees — Kathy Edwards to Universal Banker, Amanda Seng to Compliance Analyst and Sandra Smitson to Universal Banker. Kathy has been a dedicated team member at Springs Valley Bank & Trust Company since January 2018....
OC Historical Society to mark 50th Anniversary of Historic Lindley House Museum July 27
PAOLI — The Orange County Historical Society will play celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Historic Lindley House Museum on Saturday, July 27th. The event will be held (weather permitting) at the Thomas Elwood Lindley House in Paoli and will run from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Planned activities include guided house tours, special guests, musical entertainment by Lick Creek Band, arts & crafts, heritage related activities & more. Hometown Scoops will be offering up cool and delicious ice cream treats. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs.
Invision gets a new look at a new location
TELL CITY — The Invision team had put so much hard work into their new establishment. Chamber director Sarah Zuelley stated that Dr. Mark Labhart has always been a pillar in the community for delivering exceptional eye care. The new location will allow for more services now that the...
St. Charles to Mill Street Multi-Use Trail connection construction to impact Jasper streets
The City of Jasper plans to restrict traffic on Northwood Avenue as it completes work associated with the multi-use trail connection between Mill Street and St. Charles Street. As part of the Multi-Use Trail Extension Project, the city and its contractor will work on the Multi-Use Trail along Northwood Avenue...
RENT Fans! The Stars of the Original Broadway Cast are Coming to Jasper, IN
How we gonna pay? How we gonna pay? How we gonna pay? Last year's RENT!. Jasper Community Arts has announced its 2024-2025 season and four Broadway legends are going to be part of it. First, on December 7th, Norm Lewis is coming to town and hitting the stage with The Norm Lewis Christmas Show. Among Lewis' Broadway credits- Porgy & Bess, Chicken and Biscuits, and Andrew Lloyd Weber's The Phantom of the Opera, a production in which he made history in 2014 when he became Broadway's first black Phantom.
ISP INVESTIGATING 2 VEHICLE FATAL TRAFFIC CRASH
(EFFINGHAM) The Illinois State Police are continuing to investigate a two vehicle traffic crash that occurred at approximately 5:45 this past Friday evening in Jasper County. Troop 9 Headquarters reports that a car, driven by 47 year old Jason Nation of Springfield, Illinois, was traveling westbound on Illinois Route 33, about three miles northwest of Newton, when he attempted to pass another westbound vehicle, and struck an eastbound utility van head-on. While Nation was pronounced deceased at the scene while the driver of Unit Two, 31 year old Christopher R. Huckelby of Jasper, Indiana, and a passenger, 47 year old Jason J. Trentz of Raleigh, Illinois, were both taken to area hospitals with injuries. Route 33 was closed for nearly seven hours for the crash investigation and clean up. Emergency crews from Jasper County assisted the ISP at the accident scene. No other details are available.
Greater Jasper Consolidated Schools Prepares to Welcome Students
Staff preparation and student achievement topped the agenda at the last school board meeting before the first day of school for Greater Jasper Consolidated Schools. The board was provided a curriculum update, including the ILEARN assessment results for 2024. In addition, they were given an overview of summer 23-24 Advance Placement testing, transportation services, staff preparedness, and reappointments. In other business, the agreement with the City of Jasper for School Resource Officers Fiscal Year 25 budget was approved. Authorization was also given to publish the CPF and Bus Replacement Plan on the GJCS website.
Local law enforcement issues reminder on stop arm violations as new school year nears
Students from Dubois County are preparing to head back to school for the 2024-2025 school year, which means you will see school buses on our roads. The Jasper Police Department, Dubois County Prosecutor’s Office, and the Greater Jasper Consolidated School Corporation want to remind everyone to be vigilant for stopped school buses while they are picking up and dropping off students on roadways. You must stop for school buses and don’t attempt to pass. It is the law.
Jasper to work on multi-use trail project
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Officials say as part of the Multi-Use Trail Extension Project, the city of Jasper and its contractor will be doing work associated with the multi-use trail along Northwood Avenue from Newton Street to St. Charles Street. City officials say this work will require the closure of the eastbound and the center […]
Stop Arm Violation Information from JPD
Students from Dubois County are preparing to head back to school for the 2024-2025 school year, which means you will be seeing school buses on our roads. The Jasper Police Department, Dubois County Prosecutor’s Office, and the Greater Jasper Consolidated School Corporation want to remind everyone of the importance of being vigilant for stopped school buses while they are picking up and dropping off students on roadways. This is why you must stop for school buses, and don’t attempt to pass. It is the law!
Road Closure - Section of 3rd Street - Huntingburg
Due to Water Dept work on a section of 3rd Street, the Water Dept has the road closed between Geiger and Walnut, today July 24, 2024, until further notice. Please find an alternate route during the work. For more information, please contact Andrea Brown, City of Huntingburg Safety/Risk Management Director...
Shirley A. Hackman, age 89, of Huntingburg
Shirley A. Hackman, age 89, of Huntingburg, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024, at Rivercrest Senior Living in New Albany. Shirley was born June 27, 1935, to Elmer “Billy” and Clarissa (Mehling) Fischer. She married Gerhard Hackman on October 10, 1959, at the Archabbey Church in St. Meinrad. Shirley was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Huntingburg. Shirley was first and foremost a devoted mother, wife and grandmother. In her early years, she was elected and took pride in being a member of Indiana Girls State. She worked as a dental assistant prior to marriage and then focused on being a homemaker thereafter. She worked part-time with St. Mary’s Title One helping young students sharpen their reading skills. She enjoyed crafting, cooking, playing cards, antiquing and bird watching.
Jasper Community Arts Unveils Stellar 2024-2025 Performance Season at Jasper Arts Center
Jasper, IN – Jasper Community Arts is thrilled to announce an extraordinary lineup for the 2024-2025 performance season, featuring renowned artists and diverse genres at the Jasper Arts Center. This season promises to captivate audiences with performances from award-winning musicians, Broadway legends, and celebrated comedians. Season Highlights:. Hunter Hayes:...
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